Ruth is an experienced Senior Staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things sleep and mattresses. She writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of experts who share her passion. She is also our specialist on memory foam — she’s flown around the world to see memory foam being made — and leads our hotel mattress content. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses, from Helix to Nectar to Simba, to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.
Latest articles by Ruth Jones

A tech CEO bought his entire team this $3,000 smart mattress cover — here's why
By Ruth Jones Published
Here's why the Eight Sleep smart mattress cover can help manage insomnia and improve productivity.

Reading in bed was causing me to wake up at 3 a.m. — until an insomnia expert made this simple routine tweak to help me sleep through
By Ruth Jones Published
Reading in bed might help you destress but it can also cause this one major issue in your sleep. An expert explains why and what to do instead.

What pillows do hotels use? Four Seasons, Marriott, Westin and more
By Becky George, Ruth Jones Last updated
Don't try and smuggle a pillow home in your luggage — you can enjoy luxury vacation comfort at home year-round with these pillows used by your favorite hotels.

I tried a Chief Medical Officer's hack to fall asleep fast after waking up at 3 a.m. and it worked — here's why
By Ruth Jones Published
It's all about putting the brakes on stressful, anxious thoughts so that you can drift back to sleep quickly

'I was exhausted after waking up at 3 a.m. each night — until I tried this 20-minute energy reset approved by doctors'
By Ruth Jones Published
Are 3 a.m. wake-ups making you feel exhausted by midday? Try this 20-minute technique to beat the afternoon slump without ruining your nighttime sleep.

Is dreaming a sign of good sleep? It depends on one key factor, experts say
By Ruth Jones Published
Dreams are a regular part of sleep but are your dream-filled nights a sign your sleep quality is being affected? I asked the experts and this is what they told me...

Anxiety and stress were keeping me awake — until experts shared a simple bedtime rule to help me fall asleep fast
By Ruth Jones Published
Struggling to sleep due to anxiety and stress? Discover the simple, expert-backed bedtime rule that eased my racing mind so that I could fall asleep faster.

I kept waking up at 3 a.m. until I ditched this 'healthy' sleep habit — an expert explains why I had to stop it
By Ruth Jones Published
Experts explain why your 'early nights' might actually be causing your poor sleep and 3 a.m. wake-ups, and how to catch up on rest without ruining your sleep...

What mattress does the Hilton use — and where to buy it
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Hilton's exclusive mattresses serve guests around the globe and with this guide, we'll explore how to get one in your own home — and how to save on one of the most affordable hotel beds.

This $2 household staple stops bed bugs ruining your vacation and is small enough to fit in your carry-on
By Ruth Jones Published
Bed bug infestations often start with a vacation but you can avoid bringing pests home with this one simple item you can slip in your carry-on.

Waking up with zero energy this summer? You're probably making this common sleep mistake — here's how to fix it
By Ruth Jones Published
Running a fan might seem like the only way to sleep in the summer heat but if you're making this common mistake, you might end up sleeping worse than ever.

No, you don't need 8 hours sleep a night — new study shows this is all the sleep you need for healthy aging
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Research shows under-and over-sleeping can both lead to accelerated aging, plus the sweet spot sleep duration to aim for. With these expert tips you can get the right amount of rest every night.

What mattress does the Four Seasons hotel use? Here's where you can buy this 5-star luxury bed, plus how to find alternatives in the Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones Last updated
We explore whether the Four Seasons Signature Mattress is actually worth buying in this year's Memorial Day sales — plus the luxury hotel-style deals we're shopping

The Saatva Classic is the most comfortable mattress we've tested but the DreamCloud is over $1,000 cheaper for a queen — here's how to choose between them
By Ruth Jones Last updated
The Saatva Classic and the DreamCloud Classic are two luxury hybrids that sit at the top of our expert mattress rankings — we explore how to choose between them.

Memory foam vs hybrid mattress: Key differences and how to choose
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Do you want the sink of memory foam or the bounce of a hybrid? We've tested both types of mattresses — here's everything you need to know.

What mattresses do hotels use?
By Alison Barretta Last updated
Want to recreate hotel luxury in the comfort of your own home? These are the mattresses and bedding top hotels around the world use, plus their affordable alternatives

I tested these AI sleep earbuds and they do a lot more than muffle your partner's snoring
By Ruth Jones Published
RecommendedThe Fitnexa SomniPods 3 pack sleep earbuds, wellness trackers and your own AI Coach into one tiny package, but makes some sacrifices to do so.

3 bedroom items you should clean weekly to spot early signs of bed bugs
By Ruth Jones Published
Bed bugs multiply fast. Adding these 3 items to your weekly cleaning schedule can prevent a breakout.

Forget the Military Method — the '3-2-1 rule' helps me fall asleep in minutes and it's easier to use
By Ruth Jones Published
The Military Sleep Method is a gold standard sleep hack but it's the 3-2-1 sleep rule that has me falling asleep fast. Here's how it works.

These 3 bed sheet colors increase your risk of a bed bug infestation
By Ruth Jones Last updated
It's not just a style choice. Choosing the wrong color bedding can make your mattress more appealing to bed bugs but we have some simple hacks to make your bed a no-go area.

3 warning signs you’re headed for insomnia — and why mood swings are a major red flag
By Ruth Jones Published
"You don’t measure sleep health by time in bed, you measure it by daytime function" — the signs to look for during the day that can help you recognize problems at night.

Spraying this DIY bed bug repellent on your mattress could prevent an infestation — and it's only $6
By Ruth Jones Last updated
Get ahead of bed bug season with this simple spray you can use on your mattress and pillows. Bonus — it's good for your sleep as well.

Slept for 7 or 8 hours but still exhausted? Work these 3 ‘sleep muscles’ for more energy, experts say
By Ruth Jones Published
Morning exhaustion is often caused by poor sleep quality, even if you clocked 7, 8 or 9 hours in bed, but working these key 'sleep muscles' will turn things around.

I tried this handheld 'breathing coach' to stop stress ruining my sleep, and it ended up solving my morning fatigue — here's why
By Ruth Jones Published
I’m falling asleep faster and waking up with more energy—and my Heart Rate Variability (HRV) data proves it's working.

That's not how you get rid of bed bugs — new study discovers what they really hate, and the methods that will banish them
By Ruth Jones Published
Scientists have found bed bugs hate water but this has some unexpected implications for your DIY bed bug treatments — here's everything you need to know.
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