Ruth Hamilton
Sleep expert and and Certified Sleep Science Coach Ruth is your go-to person for all things snooze-related, from advice on what mattress will suit you best, to tips on how to improve your sleep habits. She was acting Sleep Editor on Tom's Guide for a year, and now heads up the sleep team on sister site TechRadar. Ruth has tested more mattresses than her small flat can handle and will talk at length about them to anyone who shows even a passing interest, and has had to implement a one-in-one-out pillow policy for fear of getting smothered by them in the night. As well as following all the industry trends and advancements in the mattress and bedding world, she regularly speaks to other sleep experts to delve into the science behind a great night's sleep, and offer you advice to help you get there.
Latest articles by Ruth Hamilton
I just learned that pillow-tops are all a big con – but I still want one on my mattress
By Ruth Hamilton published
Pillow-tops aren't what they seem, but here's why I'm not too mad about it
How to get a better night's sleep at any age: sleep expert shares their tips
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Our sleep changes throughout our lives. We asked an expert for their advice for great sleep in your teenage years, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond.
What is a sleep window, and how can it help you have better night's rest?
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
We consulted an expert for their advice on working with your natural sleep window to create a more effective sleep routine.
Does cheese cause bad dreams? We asked a sleep scientist
By Ruth Hamilton published
We're often told that late-night cheese leads to vivid dreams or nightmares. We take a look at where the theory comes from, and if there's actually any science to back it up.
Otty Pure mattress review 2024
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Otty Pure uses innovative bamboo and charcoal memory foam, and it's an outstanding choice for back sleepers. Here's our review.
Daylight Saving Time 2023: Tips for coping with an hour's sleep loss
By Grace Franks last updated
The 'Spring Forward' clock change means you lose an hour of sleep this weekend – here's how to deal with it, starting tonight.
Sleep Week 2023: everything you need to improve your sleep
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Welcome to Tom's Guide's Sleep Week 2023! This is your first stop for expert tips and advice to help you banish sleepless nights for good.
I had Batman interpret my dreams via ChatGPT and you can too—here's how
By Ruth Hamilton published
Other options include Elon Musk, Maya Angelou and Yoda.
Depressive symptoms reported by 50% of adults who sleep under 7 hours
By Ruth Hamilton published
Too little sleep could be damaging your mental health, finds Sleep in America 2023 poll.
World Sleep Day: How to reset your sleep schedule
By Ruth Hamilton published
It's easy to let your sleep routine slide – here's how to get it back on track.
Pokémon Sleep promises to make sleep exciting, and that's not a good thing
By Ruth Hamilton published
For its tween and teen audience, the gamification of sleep is likely to be the opposite of relaxing.
This easy sleep hack improves reaction times and learning skills, study finds
By Ruth Hamilton published
Adding an eye mask to your sleep setup makes you learn more effectively and boosts reaction times, according to new research.
Dunlop vs Talalay latex for mattresses: what's the difference, and which is better?
By Ruth Hamilton published
Dunlop and Talalay latex are both commonly found in 'natural' mattresses, but each offers something slightly different.
Simba Hybrid Luxe mattress review 2024
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Simba Luxe mattress is a super-thick, high-end hybrid. Does the performance warrant the price tag? Here's our review.
Simba mattress sales and deals for May: up to £1,000 off
By Becks Shepherd last updated
Read about the latest Simba mattress deals, and find out if you need a Simba mattress discount code.
Does screen time really affect sleep quality?
By Ruth Hamilton published
Most sleep experts suggest putting away your devices in the hours before bed. We explore if, and how, screens impact on our sleep.
Nectar Mattress review 2024: is this best-seller right for your sleep?
By Claire Davies last updated
The Nectar has been a best-seller for years, but is this memory foam mattress right for you? We review it to help you decide.
Do we really eat 8 spiders a year in our sleep?
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
We take a closer look, to see if there's any truth behind this much-parroted sleep statistic.
Is a lack of sleep making you sad? Expert explains how sleep impacts our emotions
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
We spoke to a sleep expert to find out how sleep (or lack of) affects how we regulate our moods... and if there's anything we can do about it.
This is the perfect winter wake-up routine, according to a sleep expert
By Ruth Hamilton published
Sleep expert shares their advice for starting your winter morning alert and ready to go.
King bed size: exactly how big is a king size mattress?
By Tom May last updated
A clear guide to how big a king size mattress is in the US and the US, and the different king bed options available.
How to sleep when you've got a cold, according to a sleep expert
By Ruth Hamilton published
Here's exactly how to improve your chances getting the sleep you need to recover quickly.
5 tips to keep your bedroom warm this holiday season
By Ruth Hamilton published
Here's how to trap the warm air in (and keep the chill out), so you don't have to have your heating on all winter.