Nicola Appleton
Nicola is the Sleep Editor at Tom’s Guide. With a career in journalism spanning two decades, Nicola brings experience to the team and the knowledge of what makes a great article, whether that’s a how-to mattress cleaning feature, a deep dive into melatonin gummies, or an in-depth mattress review. As a sleep editor, few better understand how important a decent mattress is to the overall quality of our sleep, and precisely how our sleep impacts our physical and mental health. As well as tackling the vast topic of sleep, Nicola joins the raft of expert mattress specialists at Tom’s Guide, who test and compare a wide range of mattresses in order to guide readers towards the very best options on the market.
Latest articles by Nicola Appleton

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Beautyrest has launched its Presidents’ Day sale and both the Harmony Lux and Beautyrest Black are reduced in price, but which should you choose? Here’s how to pick...

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Staying asleep all night is hard — here are three things you should do if you keep waking up in the middle of the night, and one thing to avoid at all costs.

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Memory foam mattresses can trap heat and cause you to overheat — here are five ways to help your memory foam mattress sleep cooler.

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We take a closer look at the Beautyrest Harmony Lux mattress, helping you to decide whether it's worth the splurge this Presidents' Day.

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From airing your duvet in freezing temperatures to hot baths before bed, there's more to Scandi sleep hacks than separate blankets.

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It might go against your natural instinct to stay warm, but sleeping naked in winter can benefit your sleep in a big way — here’s how.

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Some say an apple is better at waking you up than a cup of coffee, but is that true? Here’s what the nutritionists say...

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Prices start at $449 for DreamCloud's best-selling hybrid mattress this weekend, but should you buy now or wait for the Presidents' Day sales?

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Two sleep doctors answer everything you need to know about melatonin gummies, including the side effects, how long they last and how many you should take.

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Only remove your mattress cover for washing if the manufacturer explicitly states its safe to do so. Here’s why...

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A doctor on TikTok explains how combining your coffee with a daytime power nap maximises your energy levels post-sleep.

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People with obstructive sleep apnea symptoms can now get a diagnosis and treatment much sooner, thanks to a pioneering sleep apnea detection device.

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Longing to stay asleep all night? A certified sleep coach reveals the common bedroom mistakes that could be behind why you keep waking up.

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Avoid these five common mistakes people make when buying a mattress topper for back pain.

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I'm a sleep writer and these are the seven tips I'm following to get the best sleep of my life in 2024.

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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.

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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.

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Let’s take a closer look at whether a warm bath or a cold shower is best for promoting quality sleep.

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Sleep is important to our overall health, but oversleeping can make you feel more tired and increase you risk of disease – here's why...

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My failsafe guide to getting excited kids to sleep on Christmas Eve and to avoid them waking up at the crack of dawn.

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.

By Jo Plumridge Published
From price, design, comfort and more, we explore the key differences between the Nectar Hybrid and the Emma Hybrid Comfort.

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Fully making your bed in the morning could be turning your sleep space into a bacterial breeding ground – here’s why.
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