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.
Latest articles by Ruth Jones

Sleep Number has filed for bankruptcy — here's what that means for your smart mattress
By Ruth Jones Published
Sleep Number plans a sale to bedding brand Sleep Country Canada — here's what will happen to your Sleep Number mattress and app.

I tried a Chief Medical Officer's hack to fall asleep fast after waking up at 3 a.m. and it worked — here's why
By Ruth Jones Published
It's all about putting the brakes on stressful, anxious thoughts so that you can drift back to sleep quickly

'I was exhausted after waking up at 3 a.m. each night — until I tried this 20-minute energy reset approved by doctors'
By Ruth Jones Published
Are 3 a.m. wake-ups making you feel exhausted by midday? Try this 20-minute technique to beat the afternoon slump without ruining your nighttime sleep.

Tempur-Pedic is having a secret sale and you can save up to $3,500 on a luxury cooling mattress
By Ruth Jones Published
Shop Tempur-Pedic's sectret sale and save big on a luxurious cooling mattress that can help soothe aches and pains. Here's everything you need to know.

These are the best hotel mattresses of 2026
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Good sleep is the best souvenir of any vacation and with the best hotel mattresses, tested and approved by experts, you can enjoy luxury comfort every night.

'I sleep much faster and way deeper': DUSQ's new wearable detects 3 a.m. wake ups and sends you straight back to deep sleep in first for sleep tracking
By Ruth Jones Published
The DUSQ sleep tracker doesn't just monitor your sleep, it aims to actively improve it by detecting even minor disruptions and sending you straight back to deep sleep. Here's how it works.

Is dreaming a sign of good sleep? It depends on one key factor, experts say
By Ruth Jones Published
Dreams are a regular part of sleep but are your dream-filled nights a sign your sleep quality is being affected? I asked the experts and this is what they told me...

Anxiety and stress were keeping me awake — until experts shared a simple bedtime rule to help me fall asleep fast
By Ruth Jones Published
Struggling to sleep due to anxiety and stress? Discover the simple, expert-backed bedtime rule that eased my racing mind so that I could fall asleep faster.

I kept waking up at 3 a.m. until I ditched this 'healthy' sleep habit — an expert explains why I had to stop it
By Ruth Jones Published
Experts explain why your 'early nights' might actually be causing your poor sleep and 3 a.m. wake-ups, and how to catch up on rest without ruining your sleep...

Amazon Prime Day queen mattress deals for under $200 — better sleep on a budget, chosen by experts
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Prime Day is coming but don't wait to save on a mattress — I've found 3 queen beds under $200 in the Prime Day sales, with deals from Zinus, EGOHOME and more.

What mattress does the Hilton use — and where to buy it
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Hilton's exclusive mattresses serve guests around the globe and with this guide, we'll explore how to get one in your own home — and how to save on one of the most affordable hotel beds.

This $2 household staple stops bed bugs ruining your vacation and is small enough to fit in your carry-on
By Ruth Jones Published
Bed bug infestations often start with a vacation but you can avoid bringing pests home with this one simple item you can slip in your carry-on.

Waking up with zero energy this summer? You're probably making this common sleep mistake — here's how to fix it
By Ruth Jones Published
Running a fan might seem like the only way to sleep in the summer heat but if you're making this common mistake, you might end up sleeping worse than ever.

The naturally cooling Helix Talalay Latex pillow was the best sleep I've ever had in a heat wave — here's what happened when I tested it
By Ruth Jones Published
Editor's ChoiceI slept on the Helix Talalay Latex pillow for two weeks (and that includes during a heatwave), and its bouncy, albeit unusual, feel delivers naturally cooling support

No, you don't need 8 hours sleep a night — new study shows this is all the sleep you need for healthy aging
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Research shows under-and over-sleeping can both lead to accelerated aging, plus the sweet spot sleep duration to aim for. With these expert tips you can get the right amount of rest every night.

Saatva Memorial Day mattress sale 2026: The best deals still live
By Claire Davies Last updated
Our expert guide to Saatva's still-live Memorial Day sale, including how to save on the mattress that transformed our editor's sleep.

Helix Memorial Day mattress sale 2026: Last chance to save 27% on top-rated hybrid beds
By Alison Barretta Last updated
You can still save 27% in the Helix Memorial Day mattress sale 2026 when you use our discount code

Memorial Day mattress sales 2026
By Claire Davies Last updated
The Memorial Day mattress sales 2026 were one of the biggest sales events of the year so far and there's still a chance to grab a last minute saving from brands like Helix, Saatva and Tempur-Pedic.

The Saatva mattress I recommend to everyone is $400 off in a huge last-chance Memorial Day sale
By Ruth Jones Published
I tested the Saatva Classic mattress and I recommend it to anyone who asks (and even people who don't). Here's how to save $400 in the last chance Saatva Memorial Day sale.

I've spent weeks tracking the Memorial Day mattress sales and these extended deals still deliver the most bang for your buck — from $349
By Ruth Jones Published
Want to upgrade your sleep and still save money? Shop these mid-range mattress favorites in the last chance Memorial Day sales — all under $800 for a queen.

This 4-star side sleeper mattress has dropped to $204 for a queen in flash Memorial Day deal
By Ruth Jones Published
The Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress is ideal for side sleepers looking to save, thanks to its squishy feel for less.

I tested the Saatva Classic and the DreamCloud Classic — there's a clear winner for most this Memorial Day
By Ruth Jones Published
The Saatva Classic mattress is a luxurious dream I recommend to everyone, but might the DreamCloud prove a better (and cheaper) choice for side sleepers? I put them to the test.

'Luxury hotel sleep for less': Why the $649 queen DreamCloud Classic Hybrid is the best value mattress in the Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones Published
I've tested some truly luxurious mattresses but the budget-friendly DreamCloud proves you don't have to spend $1,000+ to get a good night's sleep.

Turn your room into a 5-star suite with this luxury Saatva mattress deal — plus hotel-worthy accessories from $8
By Ruth Jones Published
How to save on the Saatva Classic, a luxury hotel-style mattress, in today's Memorial Day sales, plus the best bedding deals for a touch of vacation comfort.

What mattress does the Four Seasons hotel use? Here's where you can buy this 5-star luxury bed, plus how to find alternatives in the Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones Last updated
We explore whether the Four Seasons Signature Mattress is actually worth buying in this year's Memorial Day sales — plus the luxury hotel-style deals we're shopping
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