Becky George

Becky George

Sleep Staff Writer

Becky is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom’s Guide covering all things sleep-related including product reviews, research studies, news and explainers. She works on specialist bedding content and is responsible for buyer’s guides like the best pillows for all sleepers and best mattress protectors focusing on popular brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Avocado, Coop Home Goods and more. Becky is a PPA accredited journalist who is keen to explore the intricacies of sleep, its effects on skincare, mental wellbeing and work performance. While not thinking of sleep, she can be seen reading in cosy bookshops or learning about global food culture. 

Latest articles by Becky George

A couple in bed with the man fast asleep and the woman awake because she has insomnia

Can insomnia cause depression? We ask a clinical psychologist

By Becky George published

For World Mental Health Day we talk to a clinical psychologist about whether insomnia causes depression, and how to sleep better with both.

Sleep Problems
Gloved hands washing a red stained cloth in a blue basin

How to get blood stains out of bed sheets — 3 tried and tested methods

By Becky George published

Getting blood stains out of bed sheets can feel impossible. These top tips and 3 simple methods should make it easy.

Pillows & Bedding
Girl lying on her front smiling on a new mattress

What are mattress comfort layers and why are they important?

By Becky George published

Mattress comfort layers are an important consideration when investing in a new mattress — here's why.

Mattresses
Man lying on his bed on a new mattress with his hands behind his head smiling

How long does a mattress in a box take to expand?

By Becky George published

While a mattress in a box is practical, you'll need to wait for it to expand before you can go to sleep — here’s all you need to know.

Mattresses
Woman sitting on the edge of her old mattress holding her neck in pain

5 things that happen to your mattress after 10 years

By Becky George published

The average lifespan of a mattress is approximately 10 years, here's what you'll notice when it's time to buy a new one.

Mattress Care
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