Ruth is an experienced Senior Staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things sleep and mattresses. She writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of experts who share her passion. She is also our specialist on memory foam — she’s flown around the world to see memory foam being made — and leads our hotel mattress content. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses, from Helix to Nectar to Simba, to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.
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We explore whether to invest in the higher quality of a premium bed, or if regularly replacing a cheap mattress is better?

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Using a side sleeping pillow is helping fix my bad sleep posture, but it's not all been smooth sailing.

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Latex foams are becoming increasingly popular, but are latex mattresses suitable for side sleepers?

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I've tried mattresses from every price bracket. Here's how budget mattresses perform at comfort, support and durability.

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We're all searching for a good night's sleep, but did our hunter-gatherer ancestor's actually find the secret to better rest?

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Turning off screen limits ruined my sleep over the holiday break. Here's how I'm getting my sleep schedule back on track.

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I've tried both firm and soft memory foam mattresses, here's how to find the right feel for your sleep style.

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"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.

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We asked the experts why sleep apnea can't be cured and how effective treatment can minimize its impact on your sleep.

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All the latest and best sleep technology releases from CES 2025, from smart mattresses to sleep trackers.

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The CES 2025 Innovation Award winning mattress topper features sleep tracking, AI-generated advice and active spinal alignment.

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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.

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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.

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Find yourself lying awake at night? We investigate if adjusting your pillow can help send you back to sleep.

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Deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation are key to helping you fall asleep in two minutes. Here's why...

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I tried three methods to help me sleep when I had a bad cold — this is the one that worked.

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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

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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.

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From superior edge support to easy movement, here's why I'm picking an extra firm mattress in this year's Black Friday sales.

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With the polls set to close soon you might experience "electsomnia". here's what to do if election anxieties are keeping you up.

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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.

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Choosing the right pillow for stomach sleepers transformed my rest. Here's what front sleepers should look for in a pillow.

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The Plank Firm convinced me double-sided mattresses could be useful. Here's all you need to know before buying a flippable bed.
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