Latest articles by Ruth Jones
I ruined my sleep over Christmas by making some big nighttime routine mistakes — here's how I'm fixing it again
Turning off screen limits ruined my sleep over the holiday break. Here's how I'm getting my sleep schedule back on track.
I’ve slept on firm and soft memory foam mattresses — here’s which one you should buy
I've tried both firm and soft memory foam mattresses, here's how to find the right feel for your sleep style.
Mattresses on the floor is the next big TikTok sleep trend — why I don’t recommend it
"Are we canceling bed frames?" TikTok might be doing away with the base, but here's why I don't recommend putting your mattress on the floor.
You can't cure sleep apnea but you can manage it — doctors explain how
We asked the experts why sleep apnea can't be cured and how effective treatment can minimize its impact on your sleep.
The best sleep tech from CES 2025 so far — from brain bands to singing smart rings
All the latest and best sleep technology releases from CES 2025, from smart mattresses to sleep trackers.
ERA Smart Layer transforms your mattress into a health device — and masseuse
The CES 2025 Innovation Award winning mattress topper features sleep tracking, AI-generated advice and active spinal alignment.
How to sleep with lower back pain — 5 essential tips from the experts
Lower back pain can have a big impact your sleep – we asked the experts why, and for tips on what you can do about it.
Cynthia Erivo got just three hours sleep a night filming 'Wicked' — here’s how to manage your sleep during a busy period
Cynthia Erivo confessed to sleeping just two to three hours a night while filming Wicked... here's how to make the most of a short sleep schedule.
Keep waking up at night? Fall back asleep fast with this 5-second pillow trick
Find yourself lying awake at night? We investigate if adjusting your pillow can help send you back to sleep.
Sleep coach reveals the best technique for falling asleep in 2 minutes
Deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation are key to helping you fall asleep in two minutes. Here's why...
I tried three different ways to sleep with a cold — this is the one that worked
I tried three methods to help me sleep when I had a bad cold — this is the one that worked.
I'm a sleep writer — 3 reasons to buy a mattress online not in store on Black Friday
From the best deals to expert advice, here's why you should buy a mattress online this Black Friday and not from a mattress store
Better sleep starts with morning sunlight, new study suggests
Recent research indicates the timing of sun exposure, not the length, could be key to better sleep. We explore how morning light can help you sleep.
I’ve been sleeping on an extra firm mattress — 5 reasons I recommend buying one this Black Friday
From superior edge support to easy movement, here's why I'm picking an extra firm mattress in this year's Black Friday sales.
How to sleep with election night anxiety
With the polls set to close soon you might experience "electsomnia". here's what to do if election anxieties are keeping you up.
How to sleep after a scary movie marathon — 5 expert tips for Halloween
What's scarier: zombies or you after a bad night's sleep? Find out how to drift off after a scary movie marathon with our expert tips.
I’m a stomach sleeper, here’s why I’m super fussy about my pillows
Choosing the right pillow for stomach sleepers transformed my rest. Here's what front sleepers should look for in a pillow.
I thought double-sided mattresses were a gimmick until I tried one — here's what happened
The Plank Firm convinced me double-sided mattresses could be useful. Here's all you need to know before buying a flippable bed.
Should you buy a memory foam mattress or a hybrid for side sleeping?
We explore if memory foam or hybrid mattresses are better at delivering the pressure relief side sleepers need.
Jet lag knocked me out for a week — how I got my sleep back on track
Learn from my mistakes and beat jet lag quicker with these tips I'll be using the next time I fly.
Are memory foam mattresses good for side sleepers? I'm a bed tester — here's my take
All-foam mattresses offer deep pressure relief across the hips, shoulders and knees, which is great news for side sleepers.
Stress often wakes me up in the middle of the night — why it happens and how sound therapy is helping me sleep better
This World Mental Health Day I explore how underlying stress can cause temporary insomnia, and what you can do about it.
Twin XL mattress vs twin: which bed size is best for your sleep?
Twin XL mattresses and twin beds are both comfy for solo sleepers and teens, but which is right for you? We examine...
