Becky is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom’s Guide covering all things sleep-related including product reviews, research studies, news and explainers. She works on specialist bedding content and is responsible for buyer’s guides like the best pillows for all sleepers and best mattress protectors focusing on popular brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Avocado, Coop Home Goods and more. Becky is a PPA accredited journalist who is keen to explore the intricacies of sleep, its effects on skincare, mental wellbeing and work performance. While not thinking of sleep, she can be seen reading in cosy bookshops or learning about global food culture.
Latest articles by Becky George

I’m a side sleeper and bedding tester — these are the 3 body pillows I’d shop for cozy rest this fall
By Becky George published
Side sleeper alert! Three body pillows to grab now in early Black Friday sale — now up to 25% off.

What is gel-foam in mattresses?
By Frances Daniels last updated
Gel-foam mattresses are different to pure memory foam mattresses — here’s what you should know and whether you should buy one.

How long does a mattress last? Memory foam, latex and hybrid types explained
By Becky George last updated
Wondering how long a mattress should last? Here's a guide to understand if your mattress has an expiry date, based on its type.

What is Tencel fabric and how does it keep you cool?
By Eve Davies published
Hot sleeper? Here's why you should add Tencel to your checklist when looking for a new mattress and bedding.

What are the different types of mattress coils and how do they impact your sleep?
By Alison Barretta last updated
Confused about mattress coil-jargon? Here's everything you need to know about them and how they impact your sleep.

Innerspring vs pocket coil mattresses: which one is better for your sleep?
By Becky George last updated
Confused about mattress coils? Here's everything you need to know about innerspring and pocket coil mattresses, and learn which one might better suit your sleep.

What is temperature regulation in a mattress — and why is it important for sleep?
By Eve Davies last updated
Too hot (or too cold) at night? A mattress with good temperature regulation can go a long way in helping you sleep soundly. Here's what we learned during our latest visit to 3Z Brands in Arizona.

What are mattress comfort layers and why are they important?
By Becky George last updated
Don't know what a comfort layer is in a mattress? Our expert guide explains it all, including how to pick a bed with the right comfort layers for your sleep needs.

Black Friday Bedding Sales 2025: what to expect and early sleep deals to shop now
By Becky George last updated
Black Friday is soon approaching, here's how you earn great savings on both luxury and affordable bedding and sleep accessories.

Recreate the luxury Ritz-Carlton bed for less with these early Black Friday mattress deals
By Becky George published
Snag these incredible early Black Friday deals on budget-friendly alternatives to the Ritz Carlton.

The best weighted blankets in 2025 to reduce anxiety and sleep better
By Becky George last updated
Reduce stress and sleep better as the season changes, with our top 5 expert-tested weighted blankets to shop this Black Friday.

This one gross sign means it's time to change your pillow
By Becky George published
This one issue is a sure sign that your pillows need replacing, plus, tips on making them last longer.

Eco-conscious shopper? Enjoy hotel-like luxury sleep on this organic bed — now $1,679 for a queen
By Becky George published
Sleep well for less on the Avocado Green Mattress, now starting from $1,199

I put Amazon's bestselling $30 pillows to the test — this is why I don’t agree with its 250,000 rave reviews and what I'd shop instead
By Becky George last updated
Ahead of October Prime Day 2025, I slept on Amazon’s best-selling $30 pillow — here’s why I think it isn’t for all sleepers.

There are hundreds of pillows on sale at Amazon this Prime Day — this is the one I recommend for all sleep styles
By Becky George published
Quality sleep for less — the Coop Original Adjustable is back on sale this Prime Day. Here’s why it’s still our top pillow pick.

Coop Cotton Percale Sheet Set review 2025: Crisp texture and soft feel for year-round cozy comfort
By Becky George published
Our tester slept on the Coop Cotton Percale sheet set for a week, assessing their overall comfort and breathability. Here's what we found.

Love your Eight Sleep Pod? This new cooling pillow cover is the ultimate accessory for hot sleepers
By Becky George published
“Your pillow, just cooler”— Eight Sleep launches new temperature-regulating Pod Pillow Cover

Best bedding sales in October 2025 — up to 20% off Helix, Avocado, Brooklinen and more
By Becky George last updated
A roundup of all the top fall deals we've find this month on bedding of every kind from pillows, weighted blankets to cozy comforters.

Want to give your bedroom a ‘dopamine decor’ makeover? Here’s how to try the viral trend without ruining your sleep
By Becky George published
We asked design experts how to make dopamine decor work in the bedroom, without disrupting your sleep.

Utopia Bedding Sheet Set Review 2025: Hotel levels of luxury at a budget-friendly price
By Becky George published
We slept on the Utopia Bedding Sheet Set for a week to see if this low-budget option from Amazon genuinely feels as good as it looks.

Forget silk — this crisp percale sheet set made me feel like I was sleeping in a luxury hotel bed and it costs a fraction of the price
By Becky George published
I slept on this percale sheet set and found it to deliver the same cool, luxury sleep you’d expect from a premium hotel. Here’s everything you need to know.

Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set Review 2025: Luxuriously soft and cooling for those prone to sleeping hot
By Becky George published
The Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet set could be one of the softest sets we've ever tested. But how do they stack up for their cooling and overall comfort? We slept on them for a week to see....

The 6 best pillows for side sleepers 2025: tested by sleep experts
By Becky George last updated
From neck pain to night sweats, we've handpicked the 6 best pillows for side sleepers for all budgets and sleep needs.
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