Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries
Utopia Bedding Waterproof Bamboo Mattress Protector Review 2025
We tested the very affordable Utopia Bedding Bamboo Mattress Protector to assess its waterproofing and stain resistance. Here's all you need to know.
Ignore this TikTok trend doing the rounds again — these 3 hacks will actually help you fall asleep quickly
Drinking lettuce water won't help you fall asleep quickly — but these 3 science-based hacks will.
Full vs queen size mattress? My husband and I upgraded and it transformed our sleep (and relationship)
Choosing between a full vs queen size mattress? My husband and I upgraded to a queen and have never slept better
I've slept on memory foam and latex luxury mattresses — here's which one should you buy
Choosing between a luxury latex mattress and a luxury memory foam mattress is difficult — I've tried both, here's how they compare
The best organic mattress 2025: Natural beds for cleaner sleep
These 5 non-toxic beds are the best organic mattresses we've slept on this year for pressure relief, support, temperature regulation and more
I tried the Egyptian Sleep Method during a heat wave and regretted it — here's why
The Egyptian Sleep Method promises cooler sleep during a heatwave — so I put it to the test
This is the best sleeping position to cool down quickly during a heatwave, says expert
We asked an expert what the best position to sleep in is during a heatwave to stay cool at night
'It works every time' — my go-to sleep hack for summer nights, backed by science
This go-to hack helps me fall asleep fast even during summer heatwaves — an expert explains why
Sleeping at Glastonbury Festival in a heatwave was brutal — here's what actually worked
How I slept well for six nights at Glastonbury Festival — even during a heatwave. Here's how I did it...
I write about sleep for a living and won't let my phone near my bedroom at night — here's why
Social media and news apps are ruining my sleep. I asked the doctors to explain why, plus how to get better sleep.
Forget your old nighttime routine — I'm asleep in 7 minutes flat, here's my proven method
These 5 things help me fall asleep in just seven minutes every night
This simple bedding switch is my secret to staying cool at night and getting better sleep this summer
My wool mattress and wool duvet have transformed my sleep this summer—here's how
Drinking coffee keeps our brains alert even when we sleep, new study finds — what that means for your rest
New research shows our brains are alert, active and more awake when we sleep after consuming caffeine.
Is 'cricket feet' the easiest way to fall asleep fast tonight? An expert weighs in
We asked a doctor whether 'cricket feet' is a sleep hack worth trying to fall asleep fast
I ditched my memory foam mattress for latex and I’ve never slept better — here’s why
After switching to a latex mattress I fall asleep fast, sleep through the night and feel consistently comfortable
Is CBT the best way to treat insomnia? We asked an expert on sleep disturbances
"CBT-I is the gold-standard treatment for insomnia" – an expert on sleep disturbances shares his go-to method for helping people to sleep better again
7 ways to stay awake after a sleepless night — from hydration to mindfulness
Two experts share seven ways to stay awake after a sleepless night — plus whether you should nap or not
Memory foam vs pillow-top mattresses: Which bed type is right for you?
We compare the differences between memory foam mattresses and pillow-top beds, who they suit and the benefits and drawbacks of each.
Reduce your stress before bed by 68% with this easy 6-minute nighttime routine
Reading for just 6 minutes a day can reduce stress and improve your sleep — here's how.
Trouble sleeping and waking too early? 3 common sleep problems that could be hidden signs of stress
We asked the experts to share the most common signs of stress in your sleep — plus top tips on how to destress for better sleep.
5 bed bug prevention tips to protect your mattress from an infestation this summer
Bed bug infestations are more common in summer — but you can protect your mattress with these 5 bed bug prevention tips
Simba mattresses are coming to a store near you — try before you buy in selected Benson for Beds
Simba announce new partnership with Benson for Beds with its Hybrid and Earth range available to try-before-you-buy in store
What is a coir mattress and should you buy one?
We look at what coir mattresses are, why coconut is being used in beds and whether they're right for you
