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
Save up to $1,119 on Nolah's best hybrid mattress for back pain — ends Monday!
By Nicola Appleton published
Buy a Nolah Evolution 15 from just $974 in rare 35% site-wide flash sale, and get two free pillows thrown in — that’s as good as Black Friday sale.
What is a nighttime routine for adults and how do they help you fall asleep faster?
By Nicola Appleton published
A nighttime routine can help you fall asleep faster and wake up feeling energized — here's what you need to do.
This Helix Midnight Luxe mattress sale is epic — 25% off plus free luxury pillows
By Nicola Appleton published
A site-wide 25% off Helix flash sale means Black Friday levels of savings on the Helix Midnight Luxe, plus you'll get two free pillows worth $150.
This is why doctors drink coffee before taking a power nap
By Nicola Appleton published
A doctor on TikTok explains how combining your coffee with a daytime power nap maximises your energy levels post-sleep.
Game-changing new wearable detects obstructive sleep apnea symptoms at home
By Nicola Appleton published
People with obstructive sleep apnea symptoms can now get a diagnosis and treatment much sooner, thanks to a pioneering sleep apnea detection device.
7 things in your bedroom that are keeping you awake at night — and how to fix them
By Nicola Appleton published
Longing to stay asleep all night? A certified sleep coach reveals the common bedroom mistakes that could be behind why you keep waking up.
Five mistakes people make when buying a mattress topper for back pain
By Nicola Appleton published
Avoid these five common mistakes people make when buying a mattress topper for back pain.
Quick! There’s 25% off the Helix Midnight in new year sale — plus you’ll get two free pillows
By Nicola Appleton published
The best mattress for side sleepers has been slashed by 25%, plus Helix will throw in two free pillows with every purchase.
7 tips for sleeping better in 2024 — get the best sleep of your life this year
By Nicola Appleton published
I'm a sleep writer and these are the seven tips I'm following to get the best sleep of my life in 2024.
Expert reveals the best position to help you stay asleep all night if you keep waking up
By Nicola Appleton published
A sleep posture expert reveals the two ideal sleep positions to help you stay asleep all night – and it's bad news for stomach sleepers.
Bear vs Helix: Which mattress will best suit your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge published
We explore the key differences between the Bear Elite Hybrid and the Helix Dusk Luxe to help you decide which mattress you should invest in.
Cold shower vs warm bath: Which is best for sleep?
By Nicola Appleton published
Let’s take a closer look at whether a warm bath or a cold shower is best for promoting quality sleep.
Dakota Johnson sleeps 14 hours a night — what is oversleeping and is it bad for you?
By Nicola Appleton published
Sleep is important to our overall health, but oversleeping can make you feel more tired and increase you risk of disease – here's why...
I'm a sleep writer — this is how I help my kids to sleep well on Christmas Eve and not wake up super-early
By Nicola Appleton published
My failsafe guide to getting excited kids to sleep on Christmas Eve and to avoid them waking up at the crack of dawn.
Emma vs Casper: Which is the best hybrid for your sleeping style?
By Jo Plumridge published
Which mattress will give you the best night's sleep, the Emma Hybrid Comfort or the Casper Original Hybrid? Let's explore their key differences.
The 3 best mattress deals to improve your sleep in 2024
By Nicola Appleton published
Invest in your rest with one of these three best mattress sales — buy now and get it for New Year.
Nectar vs Emma: Which hybrid mattress will suit your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge published
From price, design, comfort and more, we explore the key differences between the Nectar Hybrid and the Emma Hybrid Comfort.
Last chance! Save $765 on one of the year's best organic mattresses at Awara
By Nicola Appleton published
Awara has just slashed $765 off the Natural Hybrid, which means you can buy one of the year’s best organic mattresses at a fraction of the price.
The unhygienic reason why you shouldn’t make your bed in the morning
By Nicola Appleton published
Fully making your bed in the morning could be turning your sleep space into a bacterial breeding ground – here’s why.
How to survive Christmas party season without sacrificing your sleep
By Nicola Appleton published
Yes, you can cut loose at the office Christmas party without losing a wink of sleep — here’s how.
Why a weighted blanket is the perfect Christmas gift for the person who has everything
By Nicola Appleton published
A weighted blanket can ease anxiety symptoms, helping your loved one to rest easily and peacefully.
Quick! These five best eye masks for sleep make perfect stocking stuffers
By Nicola Appleton published
Looking for the perfect present for your tired loved one? These are the five best eye masks for sleep to shop now.
5 luxury mattresses to shop now to have the perfect Christmas morning
By Nicola Appleton published
Give yourself the gift of sleep this Christmas with 5 luxury mattresses to shop now — but you’ll have to be quick.