Lauren Jeffries
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
Sleep apnea experts weigh in on the Apple Watch's latest health feature — here's the verdict
By Lauren Jeffries published
After FDA approval, Apple Watches can notify users of sleep apnea symptoms, but experts say we shouldn't rely on it — this is why.
Can you buy a decent queen mattress for under $1,000? Yes, here's what to look for
By Lauren Jeffries published
We look at how to purchase the right mattress for your sleep needs for under $1,000, plus our top picks.
I tried mouth taping for better sleep — here’s what happened
By Lauren Jeffries published
We document our experiences trying Hostage Mouth Tape for sleep, here's why we'd never do it again.
You win, night owls — new sleep study suggests staying up late makes you mentally sharper
By Lauren Jeffries published
Night owls performed better than morning larks in new cognitive test. Here's what that means.
Wearing socks to bed helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer — here's why
By Lauren Jeffries published
Experts weigh in on why wearing socks to bed can improve the quality of your sleep
Nolah's new Almost Perfect range reduces its best mattress to $750 — but what's the catch?
By Lauren Jeffries published
Save up to $1,599 on the Nolah Evolution mattress in the extended Labor Day sales with the Almost Perfect range — but what's the risk?
Cognitive Shuffling helps me fall asleep fast — here's how it works
By Lauren Jeffries published
Cognitive Shuffling is designed to help you fall asleep fast and curb night-time anxiety. Here’s how it works…
Simba Sleep launches US hybrid mattress range — and there's already 15% off
By Lauren Jeffries published
The Simba Sleep Hybrid mattress range has launched in the US, with an extended Labor Day deal taking 15% off plus free pillows.
Man sleeps for 30 minutes a night to 'double his life' — but does it work? A doctor responds
By Lauren Jeffries published
Daisuke Hori claims that sleeping for 30 minutes a night for the past 12 years is the secret to his success. Should you, too? A doctor responds.
5 things to expect when sleeping on a memory foam mattress for the first time
By Lauren Jeffries published
Memory foam mattresses aren't for everyone. There are 5 main things you can expect when sleeping on one for the first time.
Last chance! Save 27% on Amazon's best side sleeper pillow for neck pain in extended Labor Day sale
By Lauren Jeffries published
If you're a side sleeper who experiences neck pain, the Tempur-Pedic Neck Pillow can help, and right now it's 27% off in Amazon's extended Labor Day sale.
Quick! Don't miss these 5 best Labor Day bedding sales still live today
By Lauren Jeffries published
Save up to 40% on sheets, duvets, and weighted blankets in the extended Labor Day sales today
I'm a side sleeper with back pain — these are the body pillows I'd buy in Labor Day sales
By Lauren Jeffries published
Save up to 25% on top-rated body pillows from Coop Home Goods, Twilla, and Naturepedic this Labor Day.
Bought a new bed this Labor Day? You need a mattress protector — 5 deals to shop ASAP
By Lauren Jeffries published
Save up to 60% on mattress protectors in today's Labor Day sales — 5 top deals.
Want the Saatva Classic but don’t have the budget? Try these Labor Day sales instead
By Lauren Jeffries published
Want the Saatva Classic but don’t have the budget? 3 beds to buy instead in today's Labor Day sales.
I'm a side sleeper and I tested a body pillow for the first time — here's how my sleep changed
By Lauren Jeffries published
I tested the Simba Body Pillow for side sleepers and can't think of going to bed without it. Here's why.
Halt the sleep divorce! 5 mattresses for couples to shop in the Labor Day sales
By Lauren Jeffries published
Motion isolation is your secret weapon to a peaceful night's sleep when sharing a bed, and these mattresses (all on sale for Labor Day) have it in spades.
I have $250 to upgrade my bedding in the Labor Day sales — here's what I'm buying
By Lauren Jeffries published
I'm buying new sheets, pillows and a weighted blanket, scoring big Labor Day bedding deals from Helix, Brooklyn Bedding, and Nectar.
Quick! There's 50% off Beautyrest’s best luxury hotel mattress in epic Labor Day sale
By Lauren Jeffries published
Save up to $2,279 on the Beautyrest Black Hyatt Luxury Firm mattress in this year's Labor Day sale.
Saatva's best twin Labor Day mattress deals — luxury beds from just $895
By Lauren Jeffries published
Choose from the best Saatva twin mattresses for under $1,200 in this year's Labor Day sales.
This is the best time to go to bed for quality sleep, according to a doctor
By Lauren Jeffries published
The time we go to bed can impact our quality of sleep significantly, so what is the best time to go to bed? A sleep doctor answers.
Can't wait for a new bed? 5 Labor Day mattress sales with super speedy shipping
By Lauren Jeffries published
Don't wait to start enjoying better sleep. These 5 Labor day mattress deals offer super speedy shipping and big discounts.
Save up to $775 on Helix's top mattress for back pain in new Labor Day sale
By Lauren Jeffries published
This exclusive Labor Day discount saves you 27% on the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress, plus you'll get up to $418 of free bedding.
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