Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Senior Sleep Staff Writer

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.

Latest articles by Ruth Jones

Two twin mattresses next to each other in a bedroom with a lamp in between
Twin XL mattress vs twin: which bed size is best for your sleep?

By Ruth Jones Published

Twin XL mattresses and twin beds are both comfy for solo sleepers and teens, but which is right for you? We examine...

Mattresses
A person lies in bed in a dark room, their face lit by an illuminated phone screen
Is TikTok the new bedtime story? New survey shows Americans are embracing viral sleep hacks

By Ruth Jones Published

Over one third of Americans admit to using sleep hacks to drift off, but is your TikTok habit harming or helping your sleep?

Sleep
Two women with bigger builds cuddle up together comfortably on a supportive mattress
What is a mattress for big people?

By Ruth Jones Published

We explore what a mattress for big people is, who can benefit from these specialist beds, and how to know if you need one.

Mattresses
Woman sat up with a duvet wrapped around her, holding a mug and looking tired
7 key signs you're sleep deprived and how to fix it — advice from an insomnia expert

By Ruth Jones Published

If you’re tired during the day but struggle to fall asleep at night, you’re probably sleep deprived. A leading insomnia expert explains how to spot the sleep deprivation symptoms and fix it.

Sleep Problems
Sleeping woman with headphones listening to sleep stories
What is green noise and can it help you fall asleep fast? An expert answers

By Ruth Jones Published

We asked the experts how to use soothing green noise to fall asleep fast, and when to listen to white noise instead.

Sleep
A suitcase in front of a mattress in a luxury hotel room
I've been to four hotels in four weeks — how I avoid bringing bed bugs home with me

By Ruth Jones Published

As a sleep writer who traveled extensively this summer, I've become adept at checking for bed bugs. Here's how I do it...

Mattress Care
A woman with dark hair lies on her side while scrolling on her phone in bed at night, with blue light shining on her face
Blue light isn't as bad for your sleep as you think, new study says

By Ruth Jones Published

Blue light might only delay your sleep by 2.7 minutes

Sleep
A woman with long dark hair holds her back which is sore after sleeping on a mattress that's too firm for her
I switched from a hybrid mattress to a memory foam mattress — here’s why it was terrible for my back

By Ruth Jones Published

I wanted the pressure relief of a memory foam mattress, but all I got was a bad back. Now I know three reasons why.

Mattresses
A dog lying on top of a mattress with his nose right by the bed
Can your dog detect bed bugs in your mattress?

By Ruth Jones Published

With the South Korean Olympic team using sniffer dogs to smell out bed bugs, we explore if your pet can detect bed bugs in your mattress.

Mattress Care
A man sits up in bed at night, holding one hand to his lower back because he's experiencing back pain
Why you have back pain after sleeping on a new mattress and what to do about it

By Ruth Jones Published

Some discomfort isn't unusual when sleeping on a new mattress. Here's what you can do about new bed back pain.

Mattress Care
A woman reaches out of bed to turn her alarm clock off in the morning
Sleep expert says we should ditch the alarm — here’s why and how to wake up naturally

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Dr Hana Patel explains why alarm-free mornings might be best for your sleep overall

Sleep
A man wakes up in bed and stretches after a good night's sleep
Millennials are sleeping longer and better than any other generation, says study – here's how they’re doing it

By Ruth Jones Published

A new survey explores how your generation might be disrupting your rest, and what you can do to sleep better.

Sleep
A woman with a heavy build sits on the edge of a mattress, holding her lower back because she has woken up with back pain
How to choose a mattress for heavy people with back pain

By Ruth Jones Published

These are the features you'll find in all the best mattresses for heavy people with back pain, and how to identify them.

Mattresses
A woman lies in bed sleeping with an eye mask on
How to fall asleep fast — 5 tried and tested techniques

By Ruth Jones Published

From body scans to breathing methods, here are the techniques our sleep team use to fall asleep fast.

Sleep
A woman lies on a Levitex Mattress with a Levitex Sleep Posture Pillow under her head and one between her knees, a cartoon thought bubble with "zzz" is over her head
I've swapped my down pillow for a memory foam one — 3 reasons why I'll never go back

By Ruth Jones Published

Switching my old down pillow for a memory foam alternative transformed my sleep health. Here's how...

Pillows & Bedding
A cardboard bed inside the Paris 2024 Olympic village
'My back is about to fall off' — why everyone's talking about the cardboard beds at the Olympics

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Cardboard bases, rock hard mattresses and anti-sex beds? We explore just what athletes are sleeping on at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Sleep
A woman lies on a luxury mattress with her arms spread, looking relaxed and happy
This is why the best hotel mattresses are so comfortable, plus how to recreate your hotel bed at home

By Ruth Jones Published

Bring a bit of your vacation home with this guide exploring how hotel mattresses are always so comfortable.

Mattresses
Woman asleep in bed, lying on her back, after using the 4-7-8 breathing technique to fall asleep fast
Wim-Hof vs 4-7-8 breathing technique: Which is better for falling asleep?

By Ruth Jones Published

Can't sleep? We explore if the Wim Hof or 4-7-8 breathing technique is better for drifting off, and which helps you wake up feeling more energized.

Sleep
A suitcase in front of a mattress in a hotel room
How to sleep well when traveling this summer — my top 5 tips

By Ruth Jones Published

I'm a sleep writer and here are my tips for sleeping better when traveling this summer.

Sleep
Two women with bigger builds cuddle up together comfortably on a supportive mattress
Are memory foam mattresses good for heavy people? I’m a sleep writer — here’s my take

By Ruth Jones Published

Memory foam mattresses are known for providing cushioned comfort, but do they offer the support a bigger body needs? I'm a sleep writer, this is my take.

Mattresses
The Brooklyn Bedding Dreamfoam Essential mattress on a simple bedframe in a bedroom, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (left)
If you're shopping for a good affordable mattress, here's 3 I recommend

By Ruth Jones Published

These good affordable mattresses have been tested and approved by our team of sleep experts and mattress reviewers.

Mattresses
A woman lies in bed looking peaceful and relaxed
I tried TikTok’s favorite hypnosis technique for falling asleep fast — here’s what happened

By Ruth Jones Published

Hypnosis for sleep is a popular TikTok wellness hack, but can it actually help you fall asleep fast? I tired it to find out.

Sleep
Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress
Are you ruining your mattress by placing it on the wrong bed frame? 5 clear signs to look for

By Ruth Jones Published

Five signs you've your bed frame is wrong for your mattress, and why that's bad news for your sleep.

Mattress Care
The Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress placed on a white wooden bedframe in a blue bedroom at our testing facility
Are memory foam mattresses worth it or a waste of money? I’m a sleep writer — here’s my take

By Ruth Jones Published

Memory foam mattresses are typically cheaper than hybrid beds and offer cushioned comfort — but are they worth your money?

Mattresses
A couple go mattress shopping together in store
Is buying a mattress online better than buying in store? I'm a sleep writer — here's my take

By Ruth Jones Published

I explore the pros and cons of buying a mattress online vs in store, including price, convenience, testing, and delivery.

Mattresses
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