Latest articles by Nicola Appleton
Quick! Take up to $600 off the Purple mattress in brand new sale — here's how
Save up to $600 off of the Purple Original mattress at Mattress Warehouse — but is it still better to buy direct from Purple?
How to return a mattress in a box — what you need to know before Presidents’ Day sales
Before you buy a new mattress in the Presidents’ Day sales, find out how you can return a mattress in a box.
What is the Beautyrest Harmony Lux mattress and should you buy it in the Presidents' Day sales?
We take a closer look at the Beautyrest Harmony Lux mattress, helping you to decide whether it's worth the splurge this Presidents' Day.
Loved the Scandinavian Sleep Method? Try these 7 hacks for cleaner, better sleep
From airing your duvet in freezing temperatures to hot baths before bed, there's more to Scandi sleep hacks than separate blankets.
There’s only one real benefit of sleeping naked — but it’s a big one, even in winter
It might go against your natural instinct to stay warm, but sleeping naked in winter can benefit your sleep in a big way — here’s how.
Can an apple really wake you up faster than a cup of coffee? A nutritionist responds
Some say an apple is better at waking you up than a cup of coffee, but is that true? Here’s what the nutritionists say...
DreamCloud has launched its early Presidents' Day sale, but is it any good?
Prices start at $449 for DreamCloud's best-selling hybrid mattress this weekend, but should you buy now or wait for the Presidents' Day sales?
Should you take melatonin gummies to fall asleep fast? Here's what a doctor thinks
Two sleep doctors answer everything you need to know about melatonin gummies, including the side effects, how long they last and how many you should take.
Not all mattress covers can be removed for washing — here's why
Only remove your mattress cover for washing if the manufacturer explicitly states its safe to do so. Here’s why...
Save up to $1,119 on Nolah's best hybrid mattress for back pain — ends Monday!
Buy a Nolah Evolution 15 from just $974 in rare 35% site-wide flash sale, and get two free pillows thrown in — that’s as good as Black Friday sale.
What is a nighttime routine for adults and how do they help you fall asleep faster?
A nighttime routine can help you fall asleep faster and wake up feeling energized — here's what you need to do.
This Helix Midnight Luxe mattress sale is epic — 25% off plus free luxury pillows
A site-wide 25% off Helix flash sale means Black Friday levels of savings on the Helix Midnight Luxe, plus you'll get two free pillows worth $150.
This is why doctors drink coffee before taking a power nap
A doctor on TikTok explains how combining your coffee with a daytime power nap maximises your energy levels post-sleep.
Game-changing new wearable detects obstructive sleep apnea symptoms at home
People with obstructive sleep apnea symptoms can now get a diagnosis and treatment much sooner, thanks to a pioneering sleep apnea detection device.
7 things in your bedroom that are keeping you awake at night — and how to fix them
Longing to stay asleep all night? A certified sleep coach reveals the common bedroom mistakes that could be behind why you keep waking up.
Five mistakes people make when buying a mattress topper for back pain
Avoid these five common mistakes people make when buying a mattress topper for back pain.
Quick! There’s 25% off the Helix Midnight in new year sale — plus you’ll get two free pillows
The best mattress for side sleepers has been slashed by 25%, plus Helix will throw in two free pillows with every purchase.
7 tips for sleeping better in 2024 — get the best sleep of your life this year
I'm a sleep writer and these are the seven tips I'm following to get the best sleep of my life in 2024.
Expert reveals the best position to help you stay asleep all night if you keep waking up
A sleep posture expert reveals the two ideal sleep positions to help you stay asleep all night – and it's bad news for stomach sleepers.
Bear vs Helix: Which mattress will best suit your sleep?
We explore the key differences between the Bear Elite Hybrid and the Helix Dusk Luxe to help you decide which mattress you should invest in.
Cold shower vs warm bath: Which is best for sleep?
Let’s take a closer look at whether a warm bath or a cold shower is best for promoting quality sleep.
Dakota Johnson sleeps 14 hours a night — what is oversleeping and is it bad for you?
Sleep is important to our overall health, but oversleeping can make you feel more tired and increase you risk of disease – here's why...
I'm a sleep writer — this is how I help my kids to sleep well on Christmas Eve and not wake up super-early
My failsafe guide to getting excited kids to sleep on Christmas Eve and to avoid them waking up at the crack of dawn.
