Nicola Appleton
Nicola Appleton is Sleep Features Editor at Tom’s Guide, specialising in quality news content surrounding sleep and wellbeing. Nicola cut her teeth as a journalist in a busy newsroom in Bristol, UK, 15 years ago as part of a team at Britain's largest independent press agency. Since then, her job as a journalist has taken her to the States, to Sydney, and then back to Blighty, where she has written and edited features for a whole host of prominent British and international brands, including The Independent, The Sydney Morning Herald, HuffPost, Refinery29, Stylist and more. As well as tackling the vast topic of sleep, Nicola will be joining the raft of expert mattress reviewers at Tom's Guide, helping steer readers towards the very best mattresses on the market.
Latest articles by Nicola Appleton
Going to bed late could damage your mental health, new study says
By Nicola Appleton published
Staying up late could be harming your mental health, says a study. We explore why — plus how to fix your sleep schedule, according to an expert.
3 luxury mattresses that are worth their premium price tag
By Nicola Appleton published
The best luxury mattresses provide a unique sleep experience and next-level comfort — 3 beds that are worth their premium price tag.
How to buy the best cooling mattress for under $1,000
By Nicola Appleton published
The best mattresses for hot sleepers share these features — here’s how to choose the best cooling mattress for under $1,000.
I slept on the Helix Midnight Luxe and yes you should definitely buy it in today's 30% off Memorial Day sale
By Nicola Appleton published
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a dream for side sleepers — and I should know, I slept on it for seven weeks. Take 30% off the Luxe this Memorial Day, and get two free pillows.
How to buy a mattress online during Memorial Day sales — 5 pro tips
By Nicola Appleton published
A mattress editor's tips for how to buy a mattress online in the Memorial Day sales and get it right, first time
The 3 best Memorial Day bed sales that include free old mattress removal
By Nicola Appleton published
We've rounded up three of the best Memorial Day deals that include free old mattress removal when you buy a new bed.
What is the Helix Plus and should you buy it in the Memorial Day mattress sales?
By Nicola Appleton published
The Helix Plus is one of the best mattresses for heavy people, but is it the right mattress for you to buy in the Memorial Day sales? Let’s take a look.
Saatva Latex Hybrid vs Awara Natural: Which luxury mattress best suits your sleep needs?
By Nicola Appleton published
We look at the key differences between the Saatva Latex Hybrid vs Awara Natural mattress, comparing price, design, comfort, and more.
Should you buy the Helix Midnight Luxe in the Memorial Day mattress sales? I reviewed it, here’s what I think
By Nicola Appleton published
The Helix Midnight Luxe is our best mattress for side sleepers and is a whopping $712 cheaper this Memorial Day. But is it worth buying? I reviewed it, here’s what I think.
I’m a sleep writer with back pain — this is the Saatva Memorial Day mattress sale I've been waiting for
By Nicola Appleton published
Our exclusive Saatva’s Memorial Day mattress sale is live, and it means that the Saatva Rx is now just as cheap as it was during Black Friday.
The best Beautyrest mattress sales for July 2024: up to $1,200 off with new deals
By Nicola Appleton last updated
May's Beautyrest mattress sale saves you up to $1,200 on these top-rated luxury beds
Helix Midnight vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which is the best mattress for side sleepers?
By Nicola Appleton published
How to choose between the Helix Midnight and the Helix Midnight Luxe in the Memorial Day mattress sales
Don’t wait for Memorial Day — I found 3 of the best cooling mattresses on sale up to $1,859 off
By Nicola Appleton published
Can't wait for Memorial Day to buy your luxury cooling mattress? Tempur-Pedic, Avocado and Leesa have gone early with their sales — and the discounts are epic.
Helix Midnight vs Amerisleep AS3: Which is the best side sleeper mattress for you?
By Nicola Appleton published
We compare the Helix Midnight and the Amerisleep AS3 mattress in terms of comfort, design and price to help you choose between them.
I'm a hot sleeper — Tempur-Pedic’s best cooling mattress is worth the splurge in epic 30% off sale
By Nicola Appleton published
Yes, the Tempur-Pedic Tempur LUXEbreeze is still expensive even at 30% of, but if sleeping hot is wreaking havoc with your sleep it's well worth the investment — here's why.
Save 30% on Brooklyn Bedding’s best cooling mattress for hot sleepers
By Nicola Appleton published
Save up to $799 on the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe, one of the best cooling mattresses for hot sleepers, in a 30% off flash sale.
Doing this before looking at your phone each morning helps you fall asleep fast at night
By Nicola Appleton published
Doing this one crucial thing before you check your phone in the morning helps you fall asleep faster at night, say experts.
7 signs of bed bugs in your mattress — and whether it can be saved or not
By Nicola Appleton published
Think you have bed bugs in your mattress? Learn the telltale signs and symptoms, plus when a mattress can be saved and when it's time to buy new.
This is the worst sleep position for back pain, according to a chiropractor
By Nicola Appleton published
Sleeping in this position is ‘almost guaranteed’ to make your back pain worse, says a chiropractor. Here’s how to stop.
I've slept on a pillow-top mattress for the last three weeks — here's why I'll never sleep on anything else again
By Nicola Appleton published
Now that I’ve slept on the Helix Midnight Luxe and its sumptuously plush pillow top, I can’t ever go back. Here’s why.
Quick! Buy a queen size Tempur Adapt mattress topper for just $251 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale
By Nicola Appleton published
The Tempur-Adapt mattress topper boasts 3 inches of NASA-developed Tempur foam — and it's currently 40% off in the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
5 signs your mattress is too firm, plus how to make it softer
By Nicola Appleton published
A mattress that is too firm can cause hip, shoulder and neck pain, plus tingling in the hands and feet. Here’s how to make your firm mattress softer.
I tried TikTok’s viral sweater sleep hack — here’s what happened
By Nicola Appleton published
The viral TikTok sweater sleep hack is a DIY version of the Sleep Crown pillow — but is it just as good? I tried it and here’s what it did for my sleep.