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

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We tested the the Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 for three weeks. Here's how it performed across set up, sunrise simulation, sunset simulation, and sound.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Sharing a bed with a partner who snores is difficult. I was on the brink of sleep divorce, but these 3 Cyber Monday deals on mattresses, earplugs and nose tape changed everything.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Torn between a spring mattress and a memory foam mattress this Black Friday? I'm a mattress tester, here's my experience of sleeping on both.

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The comfiest bed I've ever slept on, the Nectar Luxe memory foam, is at its best price in today's Black Friday sale

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From environmental regulations to safety hazards, mattress certifications are essential. Here, we explore exactly what each certification means.

By Rachael Penn, Lauren Jeffries Published
The Nectar Luxe is a premium memory foam mattress designed to suit all sleep styles. We review the bed and test its performance against support, comfort, pressure relief and more.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
I tried the Saatva Classic and loved it. Right now, you can save $400 on all sizes in today's Black Friday sale

By Lauren Jeffries Published
I upgraded my bed in the king mattress sales, and my sleep has improved. Here's why you should do the same this Black Friday

By Lauren Jeffries Published
The PlushBeds Black Friday sale has landed, bringing $1,350 off luxury organic mattresses, like the Botanical Bliss. Plus, get a free bedding bundle worth $599

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Here's the easy method I use to fall asleep in just five minutes, plus I ask multiple sleep expert for their top tips and what you'll need to fall asleep fast too.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Gwyneth Paltrow may have spent $60,000 on her mattress to get the ultimate luxury feel, but you can get the same comfort for less with these 3 alternatives.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
From Brooklyn Bedding to DreamCloud, these are the queen size mattresses in a box we'd buy in this weekend's sales.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow, so here's what to do and what to avoid to sleep well once the clocks go back.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Nolah's early Black Friday mattress sale sees the Evolution mattress discounted by over $1,100 — here's why that's a great deal.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
We break down Olivia Arezello's 3-step bedtime routine and give you some tips on what not to do at night.

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Wondering why your new bed smells? Here's everything you need to know about mattress off-gassing plus 3 steps to speed up the process.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Sleepwalking can disrupt our sleep and put us in danger. We ask a doctor what causes it and how to stop it.

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Alcohol affects sleep by increasing nighttime wakeups and decreasing the quality of rest we get. I’m taking part in sober October to transform my sleep. Here’s what’s changed so far.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
How stopping taking antidepressants affected my sleep and the three things I rely on to get good sleep in its place.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Mouthguards for sleep apnea are a well-regarded treatment — we explore how and why they work.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Buy a queen size DreamCloud Premier Hybrid for just $806 (was $949) in huge Prime Day mattress sale — that's cheaper than shopping directly.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Save over $100 on the Luna Double Sided Sherpa Weighted Blanket today in October Prime Day bedding sales.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
I tested the YnM Cooling Bamboo Weighted Blanket for nighttime anxiety — here's how it changed my sleep for the better.
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