Latest articles by Ruth Jones
This $4 household staple might help you prevent a bed bug infestation naturally — but there's a catch
Rubbing alcohol can be used to kill bed bugs but we recommend using these affordable alternatives instead.
I'm waking up full of energy after a doctor helped me fix this simple sleep hygiene mistake I didn't realize I was making
Doctors explain how my pre-bed routine was harming my sleep and the easy changes that have me sleeping through the night and waking up before my alarm, full of energy.
Vagus nerve stimulators promise to ease nighttime anxiety and prevent 3 a.m. wakeups — here's how to do it at home (without spending $900)
An expert explains how to employ vagus nerve stimulation for free at home, to ease anxiety and improve sleep. All you need is some cold water...
Over 65? Doctors say spending less time in bed could increase how much deep sleep you get — here's how and why it's vital for ageing well
Presented by Helix Sleep
Deep sleep declines with age, but experts explain how maximizing sleep efficiency can help seniors enjoy more deep sleep and avoid 3 a.m. wake ups.
5 signs your mattress is why you keep waking up during the night — plus, 3 quick fixes to boost your comfort
Presented by Helix Sleep
Insights and hacks from a professional mattress tester
'80% of people with sleep apnea don't know they have it' — the signs and sleep tracker metrics to look for, according to a Samsung Health scientist
Snoring is the 'hallmark of sleep apnea', a doctor says, but there are other signs and metrics to look for on your sleep tracker. Here's what you need to know...
3 doctors recommended this sleep hygiene tip and it's why I'm finally waking up with loads of energy — here's how it works
Here's the simple, doctor-approved sleep hygiene tip that's finally helping me to wake up with energy
Research shows 53% of us only sleep well 4 nights a week and anxiety is a leading cause — an expert explains how to sleep better every night and skip the 3 a.m. wake ups
Resmed has found only one-third of adults claim to sleep well every night — Dr. Carlos Nunez explains expert rules for beating the odds and getting good sleep, night after night.
Naps are a great way to stave off sleep deprivation and cope with burnout and fatigue but timing is key to prevent 3am wake ups
Presented by Helix Sleep
An expert explains how to nap without ruining your sleep and why siestas are so loved by people in 'Blue Zones.'
Check out the best mattress deals for March 2026
Is it time to upgrade your bed? This month's best mattress sales include offers from Bear, Saatva, Siena, and many more.
'You're not winding down, your stimulating your nervous system' — expert pinpoints the nighttime routine mistake that kept waking me up at 3 a.m. and the $10 gadget that stopped it
Can't keep your hands off your phone at bedtime? This analog alarm clock switch minimizes distractions so you can fall asleep faster and stay asleep
Experts reveal why over 65s with back and hip pain need a warmer bedroom for sleeping — here’s the temperature they recommend
Pain experts explain how adjusting the thermostat can stop you waking up with tight, sore muscles, plus the bedding essentials to stay warm without overheating.
I asked the experts what’s the number one rule of good sleep hygiene and they all said the same thing
There’s no ‘easy fix’ for better sleep — but this gold-standard rule is the best starting point if you want to fall asleep fast and stay asleep.
I’ve been tracking the amount of deep sleep I’m getting using my Apple Watch and I thought it was nowhere near enough — I asked a doctor and their answer surprised me
Two sleep doctors explain what deep sleep is, how much we need and the real number you should be looking for on your Apple Watch sleep tracker.
‘Your sleep banking account is in the red’ — an expert explains why I’m tired all the time, despite getting plenty of sleep at the weekend
Are you catching up on sleep or are you stealing sleep from the week ahead? An experts explains why you're feeling tired and what to do about it.
5 things I would never do after midday as a sleep writer — avoiding these stops my 3 a.m. wake-ups and helps me fall asleep fast
I've spoken to the sleep experts and these are the daytime habits that were keeping me awake — plus the sleep-friendly routine I've switched to.
'What people don’t always see is the recovery that makes it possible': Team GB's Matt Weston explains how sleep powers him to gold
Matt Weston on how sleep is powering his Olympic success, how to sleep like an Olympian, and his Dreams mattress collaboration.
Forget blue light blocking for better sleep — this is the hidden iPhone feature to use instead
This hidden gem iPhone feature turns my phone from a carnival of excitement to an absolute snoozefest. Here's how to do it.
What mattresses do hotels use?
Our expert guide to the mattresses used by the most celebrated hotels around the world (and yes, you can buy them)
Are your best years for sleeping behind you? Women’s health specialist shares what to expect in your 30s, 40s and 50s — and how to fight back
From pregnancy insomnia to postmenopause joint ache, women's hormones can cause a rollercoaster of sleep issues. Our experts explain what to do about it.
Following the 7:1 sleep rule can add 4 years to your life, but sleeping in at the weekend is undoing all of your good work — an expert explains why
An expert explains how 'catching up on sleep' at the weekend might be ruining my sleep for the following week (and beyond), and the gold standard sleep habit I should stick to instead.
My sleep tracker says I keep waking up at 3 a.m. but an expert told me not worry as long as my sleep score also shows these 3 things
I thought my 3 a.m. wake ups were a disaster but my sleep tracker tells a different story. An expert explains why
This Nordic sleep hack will help you fall asleep fast — but experts issue warning to anyone waking up at 3am
I gave this cold weather sleep hack a go and asked doctors how to nail this Nordic favorite to avoid waking up in the night.
Expert reveals the 10-minute bedroom decluttering task that's like a silver bullet for falling asleep in minutes — what happened when I tried it
The mess and clutter of an unmade bed can set off a cortisol spike right as you're trying to sleep. A professional organizer explains the fuss-free hacks for making your bed in the morning.
