Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries
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.
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.
