Lauren is an experienced writer and editor in the health and lifestyle industry and has led many campaigns and projects that deliver news, advice, and research on all things sleep. As the Sleep Features Editor for Tom’s Guide, Lauren writes, commissions and edits sleep and mattress content, from in-depth how-tos in sleep and mattress health to interviews with doctors and neuroscientists on the latest news in sleep. Lauren regularly tests new sleep tech and accessories to evaluate their effectiveness for getting good quality sleep and easing specific sleep struggles like nighttime anxiety. Alongside this, Lauren reports on the best mattress brands out there, like Helix, Saatva, and DreamCloud, helping readers find the right mattress for them and the best deals on them.
Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries

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Drinking lettuce water won't help you fall asleep quickly — but these 3 science-based hacks will.

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Choosing between a full vs queen size mattress? My husband and I upgraded to a queen and have never slept better

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Choosing between a luxury latex mattress and a luxury memory foam mattress is difficult — I've tried both, here's how they compare

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The Egyptian Sleep Method promises cooler sleep during a heatwave — so I put it to the test

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We asked an expert what the best position to sleep in is during a heatwave to stay cool at night

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This go-to hack helps me fall asleep fast even during summer heatwaves — an expert explains why

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How I slept well for six nights at Glastonbury Festival — even during a heatwave. Here's how I did it...

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Social media and news apps are ruining my sleep. I asked the doctors to explain why, plus how to get better sleep.

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These 5 things help me fall asleep in just seven minutes every night

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My wool mattress and wool duvet have transformed my sleep this summer—here's how

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New research shows our brains are alert, active and more awake when we sleep after consuming caffeine.

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We asked a doctor whether 'cricket feet' is a sleep hack worth trying to fall asleep fast

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After switching to a latex mattress I fall asleep fast, sleep through the night and feel consistently comfortable

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"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

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Two experts share seven ways to stay awake after a sleepless night — plus whether you should nap or not

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We compare the differences between memory foam mattresses and pillow-top beds, who they suit and the benefits and drawbacks of each.

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Reading for just 6 minutes a day can reduce stress and improve your sleep — here's how.

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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.

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Bed bug infestations are more common in summer — but you can protect your mattress with these 5 bed bug prevention tips

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Simba announce new partnership with Benson for Beds with its Hybrid and Earth range available to try-before-you-buy in store

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We look at what coir mattresses are, why coconut is being used in beds and whether they're right for you

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Cognitive shuffling is a sleep hack helping millions of people fall asleep quickly — we ask the experts why it's so effective

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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
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