Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries
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
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.
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
Trick your brain and fall asleep quickly with the hack neuroscientists swear by
Cognitive shuffling is a sleep hack helping millions of people fall asleep quickly — we ask the experts why it's so effective
Can these traps get rid of bed bugs in your mattress? Everything you need to know
Do bed bug traps really work? We take a closer look and offer our top tips on how to spot bed bugs and get rid of them
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.
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.
