Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries
I downsized from a queen mattress to a full and ruined my sleep — here's why
I downsized from a queen size mattress to a full size and now I can't sleep through the night. Here's why.
I swear by this quick way to fall asleep fast — and all you need is a pen and paper
Ease your nighttime anxiety and fall asleep quickly with my simple go-to trick.
Mattresses, bedding and more — 5 sustainable shopping tips for non-toxic sleep this Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day by investing in a truly sustainable and eco-friendly sleep set up with my 5 top shopping tips for mattresses, bedding and more
Are children really being exposed to dangerous chemicals from their mattresses? We look at the new study causing headlines around the world
Two new studies have been published showing that children are breathing in dangerous chemicals whilst in bed, but not all mattresses are to blame. Here's why...
Shift workers experience poorer sleep, says new study — here's why and 3 ways to get better rest
Working shifts disrupts your circadian rhythm, leading to poor sleep efficiency and mood disturbances. We take a closer look at the research.
The best organic mattress 2025: Toxin-free mattresses for cleaner sleep
We've slept on and tested the best organic mattresses to pick the top 5 non-toxic beds that promise healthy sleep for this 2025 guide.
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.
8 things I wish I knew before I bought my first mattress
Since becoming the Tom's Guide Sleep Features Editor, I've learned a lot about what to look for in a mattress. Here are eight things I wish I'd known before I bought my first bed.
This one underrated mattress material could transform your sleep this summer
Incorporate wool into your sleep set up this summer and experience cool, comfortable and dry sleep night after night
You could get 18 minutes more sleep a night with this easy diet change
Increasing your protein intake by 6% can give you 18 minutes more sleep a night. Here's how.
Are pillow-top mattresses good for a bad back? A chiropractor answers
Pillow-top mattresses offer an extra layer of cushioning. We asked a chiropractor whether that can benefit sleepers with a bad back.
The Navy SEAL Sleep Technique is one of the most effective ways to fall asleep quickly — here's how to try it
We asked an expert why the Navy SEAL sleep technique is so effective for falling asleep quickly — and how you can try it at home
7 reasons why your mattress and pillow are turning yellow — and how to tell if they're still safe to sleep on
Yellow stains on your mattress and pillow are normal, but are they safe to sleep on and how do you get them out? We take a look...
Increased depression, poor sleep quality and higher alcohol intake — is your late night worth it?
New research from the University of Surrey reveals that being a night owl can lead to increased depression, poor sleep quality and increased alcohol intake.
I interview sleep experts for a living — the one thing I've learned about sleep that I wish I knew sooner
I've learnt that sleep regularity is more important than sleep duration, and that fact has transformed my rest. Here's why.
Does cheese cause bad dreams? A sleep scientist shares the truth behind the myth
Most of us believe that late-night cheese leads to bad dreams. But where did this myth come from? We ask a sleep scientist to explain
Nolah Natural 11 vs Essentia Stratami: Which organic latex mattress suits your sleep?
Which mattress, the Essentia Stratami or the Nolah Natural 11, suits your sleep? We've tested them both and now we're comparing them on support, comfort, price and more.
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.
What is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and what does it mean for my mattress?
The OEKO-TEX Standard 100 label means mattresses won't contain harmful substances – we take a closer look at the certification, as well as the OEKO-TEX Organic Cotton and Made in Green.
Sleep Awareness Week 2025: All the best tips, tech and hacks to help you sleep better
Presented by Helix Sleep
For Sleep Awareness Week 2025, we're bringing you expert interviews, sleep tech recommendations and the best hacks and methods to improve your sleep.
I took part in a gold standard sleep study to find out what happens during a sleep cycle — here are my results
Presented by Helix
Healthy sleep cycles are essential in getting quality rest. I had my sleep monitored to find out exactly what these cycles look like.
My anxiety is worse at night — I asked a neuropsychologist why and how to cope
Presented by Helix Sleep
This Sleep Week, I ask a neuropsychologist why my nighttime anxiety is worse at night and what I can do to calm my mind
"I'm the last to go to bed and the first to wake in the morning" — 9 women on the gender sleep gap and why they're tired all the time
9 women share their gender sleep gap stories and reveal why they're tired all the time
