All year, we have polled experts on their favorite household goods. We wondered: What flatware would an interior designer put on his dining table? Which umbrella would the proprietor of an umbrella shop own for herself? What sunscreen would a dermatologist wear? Each column turned up a handful of tried-and-true winning picks. Now that the year is over, we have gone through and chosen our favorite from each topic — what you might call the best of the best.
When was the last time you thought about your bed pillows? If your answer is “it’s been a long time,” or “not at all,” you’re not alone. I treat many patients who, when they think about their sleep equipment, focus primarily on their mattresses. Mattresses get a lot of attention, for good reason. Your mattress is the largest, most important financial investment you’ll make in your sleep. But when it comes to sleep quality, pillows are almost as important as your mattress.
