Lauren is an experienced writer and editor in the health and lifestyle industry and has led many campaigns and projects that deliver news, advice, and research on all things sleep. As the Sleep Features Editor for Tom’s Guide, Lauren writes, commissions and edits sleep and mattress content, from in-depth how-tos in sleep and mattress health to interviews with doctors and neuroscientists on the latest news in sleep. Lauren regularly tests new sleep tech and accessories to evaluate their effectiveness for getting good quality sleep and easing specific sleep struggles like nighttime anxiety. Alongside this, Lauren reports on the best mattress brands out there, like Helix, Saatva, and DreamCloud, helping readers find the right mattress for them and the best deals on them.
Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries

The best organic mattress 2025: Natural beds for cleaner sleep
By Claire Davies last updated
These 5 non-toxic beds are the best organic mattresses we've slept on this year for pressure relief, support, temperature regulation and more

I wouldn't have slept a wink so far this summer if it weren't for these 4 Prime Day deals — and they're still live
By Lauren Jeffries published
I found the top cooling sleep deals still live at Amazon and they saved my sleep during a heatwave — here's how

Prime Day has ended but these 5 sleep deals from $10 are still live — and they're all you need for a good night's rest
By Lauren Jeffries published
Starting from just $10 you can sleep better this summer with these 5 deals still live at Amazon

The best Prime Day sleep and mattress deals still available, from $15 — picked by our expert team
By Lauren Jeffries last updated
The Amazon Prime Day sleep deals have ended — From our handpicked 65+ best savings, including sleep trackers, cooling bed sheets, mattresses and pillows, these 10 are still live

I tried the Egyptian Sleep Method during a heat wave and regretted it — here's why
By Lauren Jeffries published
The Egyptian Sleep Method promises cooler sleep during a heatwave — so I put it to the test

This is the best sleeping position to cool down quickly during a heatwave, says expert
By Lauren Jeffries published
We asked an expert what the best position to sleep in is during a heatwave to stay cool at night

Loop Earplugs helped me fall asleep fast, but now I've found an even better alternative — and they're only $15 for Prime Day
By Lauren Jeffries published
The Alpine Silence Earplugs saved my sleep — and they're only $14.95 in this Prime Day

'It works every time' — my go-to sleep hack for summer nights, backed by science
By Lauren Jeffries published
This go-to hack helps me fall asleep fast even during summer heatwaves — an expert explains why

Don't wait for Prime Day to start — 3 queen mattresses under $160 on Amazon now
By Lauren Jeffries published
We've found the top three mattress deals on Amazon ahead of Prime Day — starting from just $151 for a queen

LIVE: I’m a pro mattress tester and deals hunter — today’s 30+ best 4th July sales on top-rated beds, sleep tech and bedding
By Frances Daniels last updated
All the latest sleep deals from this morning's 4th July mattress sales — plus expert advice from our team

Sleeping at Glastonbury Festival in a heatwave was brutal — here's what actually worked
By Lauren Jeffries published
How I slept well for six nights at Glastonbury Festival — even during a heatwave. Here's how I did it...

The luxury organic mattress I recommend to everyone is up to $843 off in early 4th of July sale
By Lauren Jeffries published
Save up to $843 on the Birch Luxe Natural Mattress in an early 4th of July mattress sale

I write about sleep for a living and won't let my phone near my bedroom at night — here's why
By Lauren Jeffries published
Social media and news apps are ruining my sleep. I asked the doctors to explain why, plus how to get better sleep.

Forget your old nighttime routine — I'm asleep in 7 minutes flat, here's my proven method
By Lauren Jeffries published
These 5 things help me fall asleep in just seven minutes every night

This simple bedding switch is my secret to staying cool at night and getting better sleep this summer
By Lauren Jeffries published
My wool mattress and wool duvet have transformed my sleep this summer—here's how

Drinking coffee keeps our brains alert even when we sleep, new study finds — what that means for your rest
By Lauren Jeffries published
New research shows our brains are alert, active and more awake when we sleep after consuming caffeine.

Is 'cricket feet' the easiest way to fall asleep fast tonight? An expert weighs in
By Lauren Jeffries published
We asked a doctor whether 'cricket feet' is a sleep hack worth trying to fall asleep fast

Avocado Green Mattress vs PlushBeds Botanical Bliss: Which organic bed suits your sleep?
By Lauren Jeffries last updated
In this Avocado Green vs PlushBeds Botanical Bliss comparison piece, we’ll look at which organic mattress suits your sleep

I ditched my memory foam mattress for latex and I’ve never slept better — here’s why
By Lauren Jeffries published
After switching to a latex mattress I fall asleep fast, sleep through the night and feel consistently comfortable

Is CBT the best way to treat insomnia? We asked an expert on sleep disturbances
By Lauren Jeffries published
"CBT-I is the gold-standard treatment for insomnia" – an expert on sleep disturbances shares his go-to method for helping people to sleep better again

The best pillow-top mattress in 2025: our expert picks for hotel-style comfort at home
By Jo Plumridge last updated
Our expert mattress testing team have slept on the best pillow-top mattresses of the year to create this guide to our 9 top picks

Memorial Day mattress sales: What you need to know
By Claire Davies last updated
Memorial Day is one of the best times of year to buy a mattress for less, with discounts to rival Black Friday from many of our favorite brands.

7 ways to stay awake after a sleepless night — from hydration to mindfulness
By Lauren Jeffries published
Two experts share seven ways to stay awake after a sleepless night — plus whether you should nap or not
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