About.com's Interior Decorating section has some valuable tips on selecting the right pillow.
The function of the pillow is to support your head and keep your spine as straight as possible. If you sleep on your back you need something fairly flat, while side sleepers should have something more substantial that can support their heads.
When choosing a filling, choose a down pillow if you like one that can be squished around. If you prefer one that will not shift around during the night, a firm foam pillow is right for you.
Check the firmness, and buy a firmer pillow if you sleep on your side, and a flatter, softer one if you sleep on your stomach.
You can expect a foam pillow to last for about two years, while a down one may last upto ten years.
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