Latest articles by Ruth Jones
The best memory foam mattress topper in 2024: tested by sleep experts
We've tested the best memory foam mattress toppers of 2024. These are the ones we recommend for every sleep style, budget and mattress.
Cynthia Erivo got just three hours sleep a night filming 'Wicked' — here’s how to manage your sleep during a busy period
Cynthia Erivo confessed to sleeping just two to three hours a night while filming Wicked... here's how to make the most of a short sleep schedule.
The best comforters in 2024: Cozy picks for all seasons
Explore our guide to find the best cozy comforter for your sleeping style, bed size and budget.
Keep waking up at night? Fall back asleep fast with this 5-second pillow trick
Find yourself lying awake at night? We investigate if adjusting your pillow can help send you back to sleep.
Sleep coach reveals the best technique for falling asleep in 2 minutes
Deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation are key to helping you fall asleep in two minutes. Here's why...
I tried three different ways to sleep with a cold — this is the one that worked
I tried three methods to help me sleep when I had a bad cold — this is the one that worked.
What is the Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra smart mattress cover and should you buy it in Black Friday sales?
The Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra smart cooling mattress cover and base might be $400 off but it's not at its lowest price. We explore whether you should buy it in the Black Friday sales.
I'm a sleep writer — 3 reasons to buy a mattress online not in store on Black Friday
From the best deals to expert advice, here's why you should buy a mattress online this Black Friday and not from a mattress store
Better sleep starts with morning sunlight, new study suggests
Recent research indicates the timing of sun exposure, not the length, could be key to better sleep. We explore how morning light can help you sleep.
I’ve been sleeping on an extra firm mattress — 5 reasons I recommend buying one this Black Friday
From superior edge support to easy movement, here's why I'm picking an extra firm mattress in this year's Black Friday sales.
How to sleep with election night anxiety
With the polls set to close soon you might experience "electsomnia". here's what to do if election anxieties are keeping you up.
How to sleep after a scary movie marathon — 5 expert tips for Halloween
What's scarier: zombies or you after a bad night's sleep? Find out how to drift off after a scary movie marathon with our expert tips.
I’m a stomach sleeper, here’s why I’m super fussy about my pillows
Choosing the right pillow for stomach sleepers transformed my rest. Here's what front sleepers should look for in a pillow.
I thought double-sided mattresses were a gimmick until I tried one — here's what happened
The Plank Firm convinced me double-sided mattresses could be useful. Here's all you need to know before buying a flippable bed.
Should you buy a memory foam mattress or a hybrid for side sleeping?
We explore if memory foam or hybrid mattresses are better at delivering the pressure relief side sleepers need.
Jet lag knocked me out for a week — how I got my sleep back on track
Learn from my mistakes and beat jet lag quicker with these tips I'll be using the next time I fly.
Are memory foam mattresses good for side sleepers? I'm a bed tester — here's my take
All-foam mattresses offer deep pressure relief across the hips, shoulders and knees, which is great news for side sleepers.
Stress often wakes me up in the middle of the night — why it happens and how sound therapy is helping me sleep better
This World Mental Health Day I explore how underlying stress can cause temporary insomnia, and what you can do about it.
Twin XL mattress vs twin: which bed size is best for your sleep?
Twin XL mattresses and twin beds are both comfy for solo sleepers and teens, but which is right for you? We examine...
Is TikTok the new bedtime story? New survey shows Americans are embracing viral sleep hacks
Over one third of Americans admit to using sleep hacks to drift off, but is your TikTok habit harming or helping your sleep?
What is a mattress for big people?
We explore what a mattress for big people is, who can benefit from these specialist beds, and how to know if you need one.
What is an adjustable smart bed and should you buy one in the Labor Day sales?
An in-depth look at the advantages of an adjustable smart bed, and whether to buy one in this year's Labor Day sale.
7 key signs you're sleep deprived and how to fix it — advice from an insomnia expert
If you’re tired during the day but struggle to fall asleep at night, you’re probably sleep deprived. A leading insomnia expert explains how to spot the sleep deprivation symptoms and fix it.
