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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I tested the Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 for a week and while it didn't wake me up one, I'll still use it everyday — here's why.

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Online shopping is the new normal, but is it a good idea if you're buying a mattress in the Prime Day sales?

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DreamCloud's most luxurious memory foam mattress is 50% off — but is it right for you?

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The DreamCloud Premier Memory Foam mattress is supportive and adaptive, but you should you buy it in today's flash sale?

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We look at why buying a second-hand mattress isn't safe, the biggest risks, and the best alternatives.

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Save up to $1,019 on the specialised Tempur-Flex Supreme Breeze cooling mattress in huge close-out sale — but act fast, this sale ends soon.

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The Loop Quiet 2 Earplugs are designed to muffle 24dB of sound, but is it enough? I put them to the test.

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The Tom's Guide sleep team tests expert tips and techniques to fall asleep when you just can't drift off.

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I tested 3 anti-snoring devices to stop my partner from snoring — only one worked.

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Save $200 on the Zinus Original Green Tea Hybrid mattress in this summer clearance event.

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The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud mattress topper is at its best price yet with 40% off, but you'll need to act fast.

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After FDA approval, Apple Watches can notify users of sleep apnea symptoms, but experts say we shouldn't rely on it — this is why.

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We look at how to purchase the right mattress for your sleep needs for under $1,000, plus our top picks.

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We document our experiences trying Hostage Mouth Tape for sleep, here's why we'd never do it again.

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Night owls performed better than morning larks in new cognitive test. Here's what that means.

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Experts weigh in on why wearing socks to bed can improve the quality of your sleep

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Cognitive Shuffling is designed to help you fall asleep fast and curb night-time anxiety. Here’s how it works…

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The Simba Sleep Hybrid mattress range has launched in the US, with an extended Labor Day deal taking 15% off plus free pillows.

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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.

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Memory foam mattresses aren't for everyone. There are 5 main things you can expect when sleeping on one for the first time.

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Save up to 25% on top-rated body pillows from Coop Home Goods, Twilla, and Naturepedic this Labor Day.

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Save up to 60% on mattress protectors in today's Labor Day sales — 5 top deals.

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Want the Saatva Classic but don’t have the budget? 3 beds to buy instead in today's Labor Day sales.
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