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

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

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Want to know if a thin 8 inch mattress is comfortable for your sleep style? We explore the benefits and disadvantages.

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Do you need to put anything under your mattress? We explore mattress foundations, bases, and box springs and what to use them for.

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These common mattress unboxing mistakes risk damaging your new bed in a box. Here's the right way to unbox a mattress.

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Have you ordered the wrong mattress size? Three steps we recommend taking now to remedy the situation, plus how to choose the right size for your sleep needs.

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Memory foams and hybrid mattresses are both very popular but with different feels – here's how to prepare for your new bed.

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Back sleeping is one of the healthiest sleep positions. Here's how to adopt a back sleeping position

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Want to sleep better? We explore is smart beds vs sleep trackers are the better tool for collecting sleep data.

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Tips and tricks for cleaning your organic mattress, including how to deal with dust mites and how to get rid of stains.

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Recreate hotel-style comfort at home with these tips for turning your bed into the Westin Heavenly Bed for less.

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Three easy techniques you can incorporate into your bedtime routine to help you fall asleep easily, stop waking up and start sleeping through instead.

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Hotel mattresses from Westin, Hilton, and Ritz-Carlton are premium buys. Can sleep brands like DreamCloud and Beautyrest offer a similar feel for less?

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We explore the pros and cons of roll up mattresses, whether they’re worth it, and how they differ to roll-up floor beds.

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Do you need the smart cooling of the Eight Sleep Pod 4 or the added adjustable base of the Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra? We help you decide.

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The Tempur-ProAdapt offers next-level pressure relief, and this Tempur-Pedic sale is a rare discount – but is it worth it?

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Racing thoughts stopping you from sleeping? A sleep expert explains why it happens, plus some steps to take to help you sleep better.

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From instant comfort to hotel luxury, here are the reasons why I'm choosing a pillow-top mattress – and the deals I'd shop today.

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The Nectar Premier Mattress offers cushioned comfort for side sleepers – we explore if you should buy it in the Memorial Day sales.

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The Pod 4 and Pod 4 Ultra are the latest innovations from Eight Sleep, offering next-level cooling, smarter tracking, and comfortable sleep.

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“Green, eco, natural, we never go near these words because they mean nothing” — Naturepedic's Arin Schultz gets candid about organic mattresses.

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We explore how a smart cooling mattress topper might be able to help you keep cool overnight — plus 3 of the best deals to shop today.

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A mattress on the floor might seem save you money and space, but you're at risk of mold growth. Here's how to avoid it...
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