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

Brooklyn Bedding 3" Latex Mattress Topper
5 signs you need a bed topper and not a new mattress in the Memorial Day sales

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Thinking of buying a mattress this Memorial Day? You may only need to buy a bed topper instead if you spot these signs.

Mattress Toppers
A man sits on the edge of his bed because he can't sleep
'Game-changing': Headspace's new Better Sleep course shown to reduce insomnia symptoms fast

By Ruth Jones Published

We explore how a CBT-I inspired Headspace course has been helping users sleep better, reduce symptoms of insomnia, and feel happier overall.

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coffee maker
Experts reveal how long caffeine stays in your body — and it might be the reason you can't sleep

By Ruth Jones Published

Caffeine can linger in your body many hours after consumption — we explore how this impacts your sleep.

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Rubber gloves hands holding a spray bottle and cleaning brush over white mattress surface
'The only thing that worked for us' — the pet-friendly pest killer that gets rid of bed bugs

By Ruth Jones Published

CrossFire is the mattress-friendly solution Reddit users swear by for getting rid of bed bugs.

Mattress Care
Bed bugs
Bed bugs in your mattress? Experts say this $10 garden product gets rid of them fast

By Ruth Jones Published

We explore if diatomaceous earth can kill bed bugs and how to use it.

Mattress Care
Two women sit on the Helix Dawn Mattress for stomach sleepers, photographed on a light wooden bed frame in a blue bedroom
I'm a stomach sleeper who switched to a firm mattress a year ago — here's why I'm never going back to soft beds

By Ruth Jones Published

I though soft beds were necessary for a cozy sleep feel but firm mattresses have revamped my sleep comfort.

Mattresses
A woman sits up in bed unable to sleep
What is cortisol addiction — and is it ruining your sleep?

By Ruth Jones Published

We asked the experts if a cortisol addiction is why you can't sleep and what you can do about it.

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A woman sits on the side of the Nectar Ultra Hybrid Mattress in a bedroom, testing the edge support
Which Nectar mattress should you buy?

By Nicola Appleton, Ruth Jones Last updated

Which Nectar mattress is the bed in a box for you? Here's our guide to the Nectar mattress line-up, tested and chosen by experts.

Mattresses
A woman stays awake in the night because she needs to fix her sleep schedule
"Your body and mind are pushed to their absolute limits" — expert reveals how long you can go without sleep

By Ruth Jones Published

Sleep deprivation damages your mental and physical wellbeing. We asked an expert what happens after 24, 36, 48 and 96 hours with no sleep.

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A woman lies on a bed relaxing
People with this bed type are most satisfied with their mattress — and it’s not what we expected

By Ruth Jones Published

A new study explores if people are happy with their beds and what features you should consider for mattress satisfaction.

Mattresses
Attractive heavy woman sitting on a bed smiling at the camera
Your mattress' weight limit might be the reason you can't sleep — here's why

By Ruth Jones Published

How much weight can a mattress hold? In this guide we explore mattress weight capacity and how it impacts your sleep comfort.

Mattresses
A woman's hand holding a magnifying glass magnifying bed bugs on a mattress
How to get rid of bed bugs naturally with the $6 household staple you might already own

By Ruth Jones Published

Tea tree oil could act as a natural insecticide to kill bed. bugs — how to use it on your mattress.

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Mattress Care
A hand tests the thickness of the 3" Latex Topper
Can you use a mattress topper as a mattress? Yes, but there are risks — here's why

By Nicola Appleton Last updated

Want to save money and switch your mattress for a bed topper? We don’t recommend it, here’s why…

Mattress Toppers
A person lying on their stomach on the Leesa Legend Hybrid Mattress
What’s so bad about stomach sleeping? Expert dishes the dirt on so-called ‘worst sleeping position ever’

By Ruth Jones Published

A chiropractor explains why stomach sleeping is bad for your body and why you should switch to a healthier sleep position.

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Two women sit on the Helix Midnight Elite mattress as they look for the right mattress for their sleep position, a Tom's Guide Sleep Awareness Week deals graphic (right)
5 signs your mattresses no longer suits your sleep position — and what to pick instead

By Ruth Jones Published

Presented by Helix Sleep

Can't get comfortable on your mattress? It's probably not right for your sleep position. Here's how to choose one that is this Sleep Awareness Week.

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A woman purchases on the edge of the Plank Firm mattress in a bedroom, a Tom's Guide Sleep Week 2025 deals graphic (left)
I've tried everything to improve my sleep, but hacks and tricks don't work unless you have the right mattress

By Ruth Jones Published

Presented by Helix Sleep

If you’re serious about sleeping better you need to ditch the TikTok trends and invest in a new mattress — here’s why.

Mattresses
A man places a sleep apnea CPAP machine mask on his face, a Tom's Guide Sleep Week 2025 graphic (right)
Sleep apnea could be diagnosed while you're awake, new research finds — here's what that means

By Ruth Jones Published

Presented by Helix Sleep

Can sleep apnea be diagnosed while awake? Research finds EEG signals can be used to detect sleep apnea outside of sleep.

Sleep Problems
A woman sits on her bed meditating to try to fall asleep, a Tom's Guide Sleep Awareness Week 2025 graphic (right)
Sorry TikTok but sleepmaxxing won't help you sleep better — mindfulness will and here's why

By Ruth Jones Published

Presented by Helix Sleep

We asked the experts why we should switch sleepmaxxing for mindfulness, and how practice, not perfection is key to better sleep.

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A woman lies in bed with her hands covering her face, looking upset due to sleep deprivation. A Tom's Guide Sleep Week 2025 graphic, bottom left
Long-term sleep deprivation has serious health risks — but they can be reversed, says expert

By Ruth Jones Published

Presented by Helix Sleep

For Sleep Awareness Week we explore the causes and health risks of long-term sleep deprivation and how to get your sleep back on track.

Sleep Problems
The Leesa Original Memory Foam Mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom
Leesa Original mattress review

By Alison Barretta Last updated

Review The Leesa Original mattress is a memory foam bed with a classic body-hugging feel. Here's what we learned after weeks of testing the Leesa Original...

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A woman with dark hair lies in bed yawning because she is so tired and ready to sleep
Still tired after a full night’s sleep? A new study claims to know the reason why you’re always exhausted

By Ruth Jones Published

We're sleeping more than ever, so why is everyone so tired? "Circadian mismatch" might explain why you never feel well rested.

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Sleep Number 360 i8 Smart Bed
What is an adjustable smart bed and should you buy one?

By Ruth Jones Last updated

An in-depth look at the advantages of an adjustable smart bed, and whether to buy one now or wait for a major sale.

Mattresses
Bed bugs or fleas on a mattress through a magnifying glass
5 things you should do now to prevent bed bugs infesting your mattress this spring

By Ruth Jones Published

Bed bugs like the warmer weather — but a spring clean can keep them out of your mattress.

Mattress Care
Two women sit on a Leesa Legend Hybrid Mattress in a bedroom, testing the feel of the mattress.
I test mattresses for a living and I've realized the key to a good night's sleep

By Ruth Jones Published

Choosing a good mattress is the best thing you can do for your sleep. Here's how to find the right one for your sleep needs, plus other tips for achieving quality rest.

Mattresses
The image shows a man sleeping on his back with his mouth open and his arm above his head
Scientists develop pajamas that can detect sleep apnea — what that means for your rest

By Ruth Jones Published

Can pajamas help you sleep better? Maybe in the future, scientists claim with development of new AI-driven smart pajamas.

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