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Stomach sleeping is bad for you — I'm using this side sleeping pillow to kick the habit

By Ruth Jones published

Using a side sleeping pillow is helping fix my bad sleep posture, but it's not all been smooth sailing.

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A woman unboxes a mattress in a box, the rolled mattress is placed on a bed frame in its packaging (left), two women set up a traditional mattress delivered flat on a bed frame.

Mattress in a box vs traditional mattress: which should you buy?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Should you buy a mattress in a box or a traditional mattress? We've tested them both, here's how they compare in price, delivery and comfort.

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A woman sleeps happily with her arm raised on a comfortable white mattress

This simple bedroom hack helps you fall asleep faster and sleep through the night – here’s why

By Becky George published

Achieving the perfect bedroom temperature can help you fall asleep fast, stay asleep, and sleep for longer. Here's why.

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Woman lying in a hammock

Should you sleep in a hammock or is it a recipe for a bad back? We asked a chiropractor

By Becky George published

Hammocks are great alternatives to beds when you're camping or snoozing by the beach. But can you sleep in one every night? We asked a chiropractor.

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A woman with dark hair stacks pillows on a bed to sleep upright

How to choose the right pillow for your sleep position

By Becky George published

From type, fill and loft, here's our guide to choosing the right pillow for your sleep position.

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A woman sleeps on her side on the Nolah Natural 11

Are latex mattresses good for side sleepers? I’m a sleep writer, here’s my take

By Ruth Jones published

Latex foams are becoming increasingly popular, but are latex mattresses suitable for side sleepers?

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A woman sat on bed wearing white vest and orange shorts with a glass of water in hand, looking out of window with wooden frame and plants outside.

These 5 habits are making your mattress dirty — here's why and how to stop

By Rachael Penn published

Are your little habits making your mattress dirty? These hygiene habits that could be damaging your sleep quality.

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Image shows a white innerspring mattress on a grey box spring placed on a pink and blue ombre style background

Do mattresses need box springs?

By Alison Barretta published

What you need to know about using a box spring with a hybrid, memory foam, latex or innerspring mattress.

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A woman sitting outside drinking her morning coffee in the sun

An early walk on a winter's day is the best sleep hack if you're stressed — here's why

By Jenny Haward published

Stepping outside for a stroll in the colder months might not seem appealing, but it can do wonders for your sleep and mental health.

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A woman with long brown hair sits up in bed covered in a pink comforter and yawns because she is so sleep deprived

I’ve been sleep deprived for over two years — my three top tips for easing symptoms

By Claire Davies published

I’m a sleep coach dealing with longterm sleep deprivation. Here’s what I do day-to-day to reduce my symptoms of brain fog, fatigue and irritability…

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