Lauren Jeffries
Lauren is an experienced writer and editor in the health and lifestyle industry and has led many campaigns and projects that deliver news, advice, and research on all things sleep. As the Sleep Features Editor for Tom’s Guide, Lauren writes, commissions and edits sleep and mattress content, from in-depth how-tos in sleep and mattress health to interviews with doctors and neuroscientists on the latest news in sleep. Lauren regularly tests new sleep tech and accessories to evaluate their effectiveness for getting good quality sleep and easing specific sleep struggles like nighttime anxiety. Alongside this, Lauren reports on the best mattress brands out there, like Helix, Saatva, and DreamCloud, helping readers find the right mattress for them and the best deals on them.
Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries
What is a sustainable mattress and how do you spot one?
By Lauren Jeffries published
Reduce your carbon footprint with a sustainable, eco mattress. Here's what that means and how to spot one.
Home brand Coyuchi release its first ever mattress with 7 heavenly organic layers
By Lauren Jeffries published
The Coyuchi Natural REM mattress has been released today, and it's a sustainable, organic, luxury 7-layered mattress.
Women are more tired than men — but you're unlikely to notice, new study says
By Lauren Jeffries published
NASA's study on perceptions of fatigue in men and women has shed light on the gender sleep gap. We take a closer look at the results and what this means for women's health and sleep.
How to sleep next to someone who snores, according to a specialist
By Lauren Jeffries published
We've asked a doctor and sleep specialist for their advice on how to sleep next to a partner who snores, as well as when to consider a sleep divorce.
Rotating your mattress is more important than you think — here's why
By Lauren Jeffries published
Most mattresses need rotating at least once a year. Here's why it's essential to the overall comfort and support of your bed.
Is a luxury mattress really worth it? I’ve been sleeping on one, here’s what I think
By Lauren Jeffries published
After sleeping on the luxury Nectar Luxe mattress for two months, I weigh up whether it's worth investing in a premium bed.
My one tip for better sleep in the New Year? Try Dry January
By Lauren Jeffries published
Taking part in Dry January will help you fall asleep fast, stay asleep for longer and feel more energized. Here's why.
8 best sleep products for 2025 based on our testing
By Lauren Jeffries last updated
Our Sleep Team has tried all the best sleep products of the year. Here's our end of year round up of our favorites.
My husband and I tried the Scandi Sleep Method and love it — 3 reasons you will too
By Lauren Jeffries published
We avoided a sleep divorce thanks to the Scandinavian Sleep Method, but will it work for you too? Three telltale signs that it will...
The 4-step nighttime routine that helps me fall asleep fast when I have anxiety
By Lauren Jeffries published
I've learnt a lot about getting good sleep this year. Here's the 4-step routine I swear by to calm my anxiety and help me fall asleep fast at night...
‘The hair dryer is going to be angry at me’ — yup I’m a sleep talker and this is what you need to know about parasomnia
By Lauren Jeffries published
I sleep talk and experience night terrors, which are both examples of parasomnias. I'm exploring what this means, why it happens and how to stop it.
Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 sunrise alarm clock review 2025
By Lauren Jeffries published
We tested the the Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 for three weeks. Here's how it performed across set up, sunrise simulation, sunset simulation, and sound.
I stopped hating my husband at night because of these 3 Cyber Monday sleep deals
By Lauren Jeffries published
Sharing a bed with a partner who snores is difficult. I was on the brink of sleep divorce, but these 3 Cyber Monday deals on mattresses, earplugs and nose tape changed everything.
Black Friday is the best time to buy a twin Saatva Classic mattress — here's why
By Lauren Jeffries published
The top-rated Saatva Classic is still $400 off in Black Friday sales — here's why it's the best time to buy a twin.
I’m a sleep editor — why I think the Saatva Classic Mattress Bundle is worth investing in this Black Friday
By Lauren Jeffries published
Save $440 on a bed, foundation, frame and mattress pad with the Black Friday Saatva Classic Bundle deal— here's why you should invest
Since switching to a memory foam mattress I've slept better and more deeply — but should you buy one this Black Friday?
By Lauren Jeffries published
Torn between a spring mattress and a memory foam mattress this Black Friday? I'm a mattress tester, here's my experience of sleeping on both.
The comfiest mattress I've ever slept on is at its lowest price in today's Black Friday sale
By Lauren Jeffries published
The comfiest bed I've ever slept on, the Nectar Luxe memory foam, is at its best price in today's Black Friday sale
What are mattress certifications and why do they matter?
By Lauren Jeffries published
From environmental regulations to safety hazards, mattress certifications are essential. Here, we explore exactly what each certification means.
Nectar Luxe mattress review 2025
By Rachael Penn, Lauren Jeffries published
The Nectar Luxe is a premium memory foam mattress designed to suit all sleep styles. We review the bed and test its performance against support, comfort, pressure relief and more.
We tested the Nectar Luxe mattress — and we've never slept better
By Lauren Jeffries published
Our panel of mattress testers report on the Nectar Luxe mattress. Find out how it performs across comfort, pressure relief, motion isolation and more.
I’m a side sleeper — the Saatva mattress I tried and loved is $400 off today in Black Friday sale
By Lauren Jeffries published
I tried the Saatva Classic and loved it. Right now, you can save $400 on all sizes in today's Black Friday sale
I upgraded to a king mattress — here’s why you should do the same this Black Friday
By Lauren Jeffries published
I upgraded my bed in the king mattress sales, and my sleep has improved. Here's why you should do the same this Black Friday
PlushBeds' huge Black Friday sale is here! Save $1,350 on a luxury organic mattress
By Lauren Jeffries published
The PlushBeds Black Friday sale has landed, bringing $1,350 off luxury organic mattresses, like the Botanical Bliss. Plus, get a free bedding bundle worth $599
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