Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Senior Sleep Staff Writer

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

Young woman is wide awake at night and wants to fall back to sleep fast
Too wired for bed? Here's how a simple habit switch saved my sleep

By Ruth Jones Published

For International Relaxation Day I explore how changing my evening routine helped me start winding down, and sleeping, better.

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A mattress in a hotel made up with pillow and sheets, with folded towels and a breakfast tray on top of the bed
I learned the surprising reason why hotels use white sheets — and I'm never buying colorful bedding again

By Ruth Jones Published

White bedding isn't just boring — these practical and elegant sheet sets are a must in hotels. Here's why I'm adding them to my own home.

Pillows & Bedding
A man wearing a laurel holds a conch shell to his lips and blows into it, practicing the ancient ritual of shankh breathing
Blowing into a conch could be new, accessible treatment for sleep apnea, says research

By Ruth Jones Published

New research finds that the ancient ritual of conch blowing could reduce sleep apnea symptoms. Here's what that means for you.

Sleep Problems
On the left, an image of a young women checking her bed sheets and mattress for any sigs of bed bugs. On the right, a close up of bed bugs in a mattress
3 signs there are bed bugs in your dorm room mattress — and how to get rid of them

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Dorm rooms can be a haven for bed bugs with visitors arriving from across the U.S. but with these tips, you can stay pest free.

Mattress Care
On the left, an overhead shot of a person using their laptop while sitting on their bed, a phone to one side. On the right, two mattress testers sitting on top of a mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, discussing the comfort and quality
Would you let TikTok choose your bed? Shoppers are using social media to find a mattress — but I think it’s a bad idea

By Ruth Jones Published

Social media might be a great place to find opinions but I'm wary of its uses when mattress shopping — here's why.

Mattresses
Two Tom's Guide mattress testers sat crossed legged on the Birch Luxe Natural mattress laughing and smiling
I'm a mattress tester — here's how to break in your new bed quickly

By Ruth Jones Published

Don't like that 'fresh out the box' feel of your new bed? Here's how to break your mattress in plus how long it takes.

Mattress Care
A woman stands in front of a window in her bedroom during time, with her hands on the curtains preparing to pull them closed
Experts say the caveman method can help you sleep in a heatwave — but I tried it and no thanks

By Ruth Jones Published

The caveman method did make my room slightly cooler in heatwave but my messed up body clock meant I still couldn't sleep.

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Woman performing upward dog on yoga mat during hot yoga class
Can't sleep? Yoga could add almost two extra hours to your rest, study finds

By Ruth Jones Published

Can a quiet stroll or meditative yoga practise this evening help you sleep better tonight? A recent review explores the positive impact of gentle exercise on better sleep.

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An old mattress leans against the side of a building
Redditor's ‘gross’ new mattress is making me itch — what to do if your bed is delivered damaged

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Unboxing a new mattress only to discover it's unusable turns your dream bed into a nightmare — at least for this Redditor.

Mattresses
A woman sits on her bed wrapped in a blanket and holding a cup of green tea
These 'sneaky' caffeine sources might be why you can't fall asleep quickly — here's what to look for

By Ruth Jones Published

We ask an expert about the unexpected sources of caffeine in your daily diet and why this is bad news for your sleep.

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A woman wearing a pink sleep vests lies in bed with a white hot water bottle
I was going to try the viral frozen hot water bottle sleep hack — but this method is safer (and better)

By Ruth Jones Published

Freezing your hot water bottle risks damaging the material but you can create a safer cooling pack using water from your faucet.

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The image shows a woman with nighttime anxiety laying in bed with her eyes open in the darkness
How to sleep during the 4th of July fireworks — expert shares top tips for adults, children and pets

By Ruth Jones Published

Expert tips on how to sleep during the noise, light and stress of a firework display, plus advice for kids and pets.

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A man sleeping with his arms stretched overhead with grey bedsheets and light shining in through blinds
Don't sleep naked — 7 top tips for sleeping better in a heatwave

By Ruth Jones Published

Our guide to the best (and most unexpected!) methods for sleeping in the summer heat — from closing the windows to putting your clothes on.

Sleep
Two mattress testers sitting on the Nectar Premier Memory Foam Mattress in a bedroom, testing the bed to see if it deserves a place in our memory foam mattress guide
Can you put a memory foam mattress on an adjustable bed?

By Ruth Jones Published

Want a memory foam mattress for an adjustable bed? Our expert guide to what to look for (and what to avoid.)

Mattress Care
A woman making the bed in a using white bedding in a room
The cheap bedding product that has kept me sleeping cool so far this summer

By Ruth Jones Published

I'm settling the debate: yes, you need a top sheet. This simple layer helps you stay cozy in summer without overheating.

Pillows & Bedding
A man lies in bed relaxing, with headphones over his ears, his eyes closed, and his hands behind his head.
Pink noise can help you sleep better, say experts — but what is it?

By Ruth Jones Published

The lower frequencies of pink noise sound gentle to the ear — we asked the experts how it can help you sleep.

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A simba mattress on a wooden bed frame in a clean and tidy bedroom with a price drop label over the top of the image
I test beds for a living — the luxury mattress I sleep on at home is up to £420 off in new sale

By Ruth Jones Published

The organic comfort of the Simba Earth Escape is my go-to mattress and you can save up to 20% in the new sale.

Mattresses
Image shows bed bugs nestled inside folds on a mattress
This city is the worst in the US for bed bugs — but with my top bed bug prevention tip you don't have to cancel your 4th of July getaway

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Diatomaceous earth is an affordable bed bug treatment that can keep your mattress pest free, even in the height of bed bug season.

Mattress Care
A woman struggling to sleep in a hot room
'No flipping required' — how a simple pillow switch helped me sleep cooler

By Ruth Jones Published

My firm and breathable pillow has changed my sleep for the better this summer, right in time for a heatwave.

Pillows & Bedding
A closeup of the MUSICOZY Headphone Sleep Mask in green against a white sheet with the straps showing at the back
I tried Amazon’s best-selling headphone sleep mask — it’s only $29.99 and it's coming with me on summer vacation

By Ruth Jones Published

The MUSICOZY Bluetooth eye mask creates an immersive cocoon and its lightweight design makes it perfect for better sleep on the go.

Sleep Tech
A hand holds a piece of dry cloth over a dark brown stain on a mattress, ready to blot away the stain.
Baking soda for self tan stains — plus other tips for keeping your mattress clean this summer

By Ruth Jones Published

From self tan to sweat to sand, expert mattress cleaning tips for keeping your bed clean even as you enjoy the summer.

Mattress Care
A woman asleep at desk in front of laptop and yellow mug as she's tired all the time
70% of college students don't get enough rest — 5 tips to transform your dorm room into a sleep sanctuary

By Ruth Jones Published

Good sleep helps us learn — we've done our homework to find the best tips to help college students get more and better sleep.

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Woman wearing sleep apnea mask
Sleep apnea is on the rise and climate change is to blame, study shows

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Climate change is coming for your sleep as study links rising temperatures to increased cases of severe sleep apnea — here's what we know.

Sleep Problems
woman sleeping on back
I slept terribly for days until I went against this expert advice to beat my fatigue

By Ruth Jones Published

Oversleeping can ruin play havoc with your body clock but after a week of bad sleep I needed to ditch the alarm and enjoy some extra shut-eye

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Golfers carrying their bags
Rory McIlroy reveals impressive sleep routine as he aims for success in US Open

By Ruth Jones Published

I'm a sleep expert and Rory McIlory's nighttime routine is a hole in one — here's how you can sleep like a golf pro.

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