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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We asked an expert to explain how resonance frequency breathing helps you fall asleep fast and improves sleep quality

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We break down what a pillow-top mattress is, compared to a euro-top and tight-top, and list the main signs you could benefit from a pillow-top mattress

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Mattress certifications like GOTS, GOLS and USDA Organic will prove your mattress is organic. But what else should you look for when buying an organic mattress?

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I asked Dr. Acostamadiedo what causes night terrors, hallucinations and other parasomnias, to get to the root of my recurring night terror.

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We spoke to a specialist sleep doctor to find out exactly what happens when you sleep too much.

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A new study reveals over 70% of women feel their sleep is impacting their mental health. We asked Dr. Weiss to explain today's findings.

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We asked Dr William Lu, a sleep expert, what is sleep inertia, what causes it and how we can stop it, so you can say goodbye to groggy mornings.

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Polyphasic sleep means breaking up your usual nighttime sleep into shorter naps. We asked an expert if it's a dangerous schedule and alternatives for better productivity.

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Scientists warn that brands manipulating our dreams for commercial gain is becoming a reality, thanks to a practice called Targeted Dream Incubation.

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NASA's study on perceptions of fatigue in men and women has shed light on the gender sleep gap. We take a closer look at the results and what this means for women's health and sleep.

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We've asked a doctor and sleep specialist for their advice on how to sleep next to a partner who snores, as well as when to consider a sleep divorce.

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Most mattresses need rotating at least once a year. Here's why it's essential to the overall comfort and support of your bed.

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Taking part in Dry January will help you fall asleep fast, stay asleep for longer and feel more energized. Here's why.

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We avoided a sleep divorce thanks to the Scandinavian Sleep Method, but will it work for you too? Three telltale signs that it will...

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I've learnt a lot about getting good sleep this year. Here's the 4-step routine I swear by to calm my anxiety and help me fall asleep fast at night...

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I sleep talk and experience night terrors, which are both examples of parasomnias. I'm exploring what this means, why it happens and how to stop it.

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We tested the the Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 for three weeks. Here's how it performed across set up, sunrise simulation, sunset simulation, and sound.

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Torn between a spring mattress and a memory foam mattress this Black Friday? I'm a mattress tester, here's my experience of sleeping on both.

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From environmental regulations to safety hazards, mattress certifications are essential. Here, we explore exactly what each certification means.

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I upgraded my bed in the king mattress sales, and my sleep has improved. Here's why you should do the same this Black Friday

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Here's the easy method I use to fall asleep in just five minutes, plus I ask multiple sleep expert for their top tips and what you'll need to fall asleep fast too.

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We break down Olivia Arezello's 3-step bedtime routine and give you some tips on what not to do at night.

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Wondering why your new bed smells? Here's everything you need to know about mattress off-gassing plus 3 steps to speed up the process.
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