Ruth is an experienced Senior Staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things sleep and mattresses. She writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of experts who share her passion. She is also our specialist on memory foam — she’s flown around the world to see memory foam being made — and leads our hotel mattress content. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses, from Helix to Nectar to Simba, to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.
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You're trapping smells in your mattress every morning without realizing it. Here's the quick 5-second hack that fixes it.

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The 5-star Saatva Classic is worth the splurge in the Labor Day mattress sales — here's how you can save today.

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Bring those graying bed sheets back to bright white with an oxygen bleach plus vinegar pre-machine laundry soak and dive into brand-new looking sheets tonight.

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The Sleepal AI Lamp is a sleep tracker, sunrise alarm clock, white noise machine and more. But does it pack too much in one small package? I put it to the test.

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Neurologist and author Dr. Pedram Navab reveals the simple routine he uses to calm stress and skip 3 a.m. wake-ups

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RecommendedI slept on the DreamCloud Softer Mattress topper — can it turn my firm bed into a mattress for side sleepers? Here's my honest review.

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Before you buy a mattress in the Saatva Labor Day sales, read this guide to understand how long you can expect your new bed to be delivering comfort.

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Sleep Number's Labor Day sale is underway and with up to $1,239.75 off the ComfortNext Lux smart bed, it's one of the biggest sales of the year.

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I slept on the Plank Firm Luxe mattress for over a month and the extra firm feel delivers incredible support. Here's my full honest review including the results of our lab testing.

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A sleep expert explains why you find your thoughts racing before bed and the simple hack that can help you reduce stress and sleep through the night.

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The Saatva Classic mattress is our favorite mattress for every sleeper and this Labor Day sale is the best time to buy. Here's why...

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I'm a supplement skeptic but as research into the benefits of adaptogens adds up, I decided to see if reishi mushrooms could actually help me sleep. Here's what happened after testing for a month.

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I can't scroll TikTok without coming across a recipe for the best sleep of my life. I put them to the test and asked a registered dietician if there's any science to back it up.

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Here's everything you need to know about investing in a Sleep Number bed in 2026, from its bankruptcy to its collection revamp

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The 'fake blink' method is a simple way to calm busy thoughts and help you feel tired. It helped me fall asleep fast after waking up at 3 a.m. — and here experts explain why.

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I tested this Bluetooth Sleep Mask and it helped my sleep in a noisy hotel room I was sharing with a snorer — here's everything you need to know.

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Every bed needs a mattress protector — to see if you should save or splurge, I put two to the test by throwing everything I had at them (literally).

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Sleep trackers have exposed our bad sleep habits — what comes next? I asked the experts how the next generation of sleep tech aims to help us sleep better, without lifting a finger.

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We pitted a $93 luxury cooling pillow against a $20 down alternative pillow by pointing a thermal imaging camera at both. Here's which one kept our testers from searching for the cool side...

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Editor's ChoiceThe Helix Cooling Memory Foam Pillow pairs sink-in softness with clever heat wicking, to keep you cool and supported whatever the weather.

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After thorough testing the Muse S Athena is an obvious addition to our sleep trackers buying guide. Here's why...

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From lab-grade wearables to headbands that actively improve your sleep, here are the best sleep trackers for every sleep style and budget.

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Good sleep helps you learn so don't head off to college without these dorm room essentials, including everything you need to block out your nocturnal roommate.

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The Birch Organic is the best latex pillow we've tested. It's breathable, luxurious, eco-friendly — and 25% off in today's Birch sale.

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Editor's ChoiceWearables that 'just' track your data will be left in the dust by the Muse S Athena. It uses real-time EEG biofeedback to actively improve your rest and recovery while you sleep, and it's the reason why I wake up full of energy now
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