Latest articles by Nicola Appleton
Over 40? The 7:1 sleep rule is the single most important 'longevity hack' you aren't doing
Doctors explain how sticking to two key sleep hygiene habits in middle age and beyond can add four years to your life and protect against cognitive decline
Doctor shares bedroom window hack that helps you skip 3am wake ups and fall asleep fast — I tried it and here's what happened to my sleep
'Shock ventilation' of my bedroom is leading to longer, deeper sleep — here's how to do it...
'Your nervous system thinks you’re in danger' — two sleep doctors explain why I'm waking up at 3 a.m. and how to stop
From breathing activities to strict boundaries surrounding your news consumption, two sleep doctors share their advice to calm your stressed out nervous system for better sleep.
Trouble sleeping was the first sign I was perimenopausal — expert-recommended tips I’m using to combat insomnia and nighttime anxiety
From hot flashes to nighttime anxiety, sleep disturbances are common during perimenopause. Here are four expert-approved strategies to overcoming them...
No more 3 a.m. wake ups — a doctor explains how this viral Japanese wellness practice is lowering my cortisol and helping me fall asleep in minutes
Experts explain how forest bathing, an ancient Japanese meditation technique, is helping me stay asleep all night
Doctor reveals why keeping your bedroom door ajar at night helps you sleep deeper and for longer
As well as sleeping in a bedroom with poor ventilation, burning candles and incense sticks also contribute to rising levels of CO2. A sleep doctor explains how that can impact your sleep.
For months I've been waking up at 3am, unable to fall back asleep — two doctors have finally explained why and how to stop it
Doctors explain why I’m wide awake at 3am, plus share tips on how to fall back to sleep.
My bombsite of a bedroom was stopping me from sleeping — until a professional organizer helped me declutter it
An organisation expert helped me declutter my bombsite of a bedroom. Here's how, plus why tidying up will help me sleep better.
Forget the Scandinavian sleep method — this German mattress hack is the key to better sleep for couples
What exactly is the German mattress hack and is it better for couples than the Scandinavian Sleep Method? We take a closer look.
3 reasons to buy a mattress in this weekend's sales — don't wait for Black Friday
Wait for Black Friday and you'll pay the same price for your mattress and risk having to wait longer for it if it isn't out of stock. We’re calling it — now's the time to buy.
I tried the caveman method to help me sleep cool during a heatwave — here's how it went
Keeping your bedroom dark and cool like a cave is the underrated sleep hack of the summer — here’s how it works.
Could wearing socks to bed help you sleep cooler in summer? I tried this unlikely sleep hack
Wearing socks to bed can actually help lower your core temperature, explain doctors. But does it really work? I tried it to see.
What is a nighttime routine for adults and how do they help you fall asleep faster?
A nighttime routine can help you fall asleep faster and wake up energized — here's what you need to do.
How to remove mattress stains and smells — get rid of pee, vomit, yellow marks and more
Accidents happen, so here's how to remove pee, vomit, smells, and yellow mattress stains in seven easy steps.
Can't sleep? 1 hour of screen time in bed increases insomnia by 59%, study shows
Screen time in bed is linked to poor quality sleep, a new study shows — here’s why, plus how to break the habit.
Can you use a mattress topper as a mattress? Yes, but there are risks — here's why
Want to save money and switch your mattress for a bed topper? We don’t recommend it, here’s why…
7 signs that you have dust mites in your mattress — and why that's bad for your sleep
Seven tell-tale signs dust mites are lurking in your mattress, plus how to get rid of them quickly.
Is sleeping on your stomach bad for you? Yes, but you can fix that — here’s how
Sleeping on your stomach can cause back, neck, and shoulder pain. But the right mattress can help with all that.
How to get rid of dust mites from your mattress, pillows and bedding
Dust mites can aggravate allergies and disrupt your sleep. Here’s how to remove them from your mattress, pillows and bedding.
Don't worry if you keep waking up at night — expert explains why no-one really ‘sleeps through’
Rather than focusing on how often you're waking at night, consider instead how rested you feel overall.
Why you shouldn't panic if it takes you 20 minutes to fall asleep at night
This is how long it should take to fall asleep, according to a doctor. Plus why you shouldn't panic if it takes you 20 minutes.
How to buy a mattress online — 5 pro tips
A mattress editor's tips for how to buy a mattress online and get it right, first time
What is obstructive sleep apnea and how do you know if you have it?
We explore the common symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, plus outline what to do if you think you might have it.
