Ruth Jones
Ruth is a staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things mattress and sleep. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. At Tom’s Guide she writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of specialists who share her passion. 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
Hurry! This Casper mattress bundle is my dorm room pick for college students — and it's 40% off right now
By Ruth Jones published
Start the semester right with this Casper mattress sale — mattress, sheet set, and more from $455
Why you have back pain after sleeping on a new mattress and what to do about it
By Ruth Jones published
Some discomfort isn't unusual when sleeping on a new mattress. Here's what you can do about new bed back pain.
Sleep expert says we should ditch the alarm — here’s why and how to wake up naturally
By Ruth Jones last updated
Dr Hana Patel explains why alarm-free mornings might be best for your sleep overall
Millennials are sleeping longer and better than any other generation, says study – here's how they’re doing it
By Ruth Jones published
A new survey explores how your generation might be disrupting your rest, and what you can do to sleep better.
How to choose a mattress for heavy people with back pain
By Ruth Jones published
These are the features you'll find in all the best mattresses for heavy people with back pain, and how to identify them.
How to fall asleep fast — 5 tried and tested techniques
By Ruth Jones published
From body scans to breathing methods, here are the techniques our sleep team use to fall asleep fast.
I've swapped my down pillow for a memory foam one — 3 reasons why I'll never go back
By Ruth Jones published
Switching my old down pillow for a memory foam alternative transformed my sleep health. Here's how...
'My back is about to fall off' — why everyone's talking about the cardboard beds at the Olympics
By Ruth Jones last updated
Cardboard bases, rock hard mattresses and anti-sex beds? We explore just what athletes are sleeping on at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
What is the best Saatva mattress for side sleepers?
By Ruth Jones published
Here are the best Saatva mattresses for every type of side sleeper, plus the key features to look for.
This is why the best hotel mattresses are so comfortable, plus how to recreate your hotel bed at home
By Ruth Jones published
Bring a bit of your vacation home with this guide exploring how hotel mattresses are always so comfortable.
Traveling to Paris for the Olympics? Here’s how to tell if your hotel mattress has bed bugs
By Ruth Jones last updated
From hot irons to your smartphone flashlight, 7 ways to quickly spot bed bugs in your hotel mattress.
What is the best mattress for back and hip pain? 3 key features to look for
By Ruth Jones published
These are the features you'll find in all the best mattresses for back and hip pain, plus how to identify them.
Wim-Hof vs 4-7-8 breathing technique: Which is better for falling asleep?
By Ruth Jones published
Can't sleep? We explore if the Wim Hof or 4-7-8 breathing technique is better for drifting off, and which helps you wake up feeling more energized.
Can't sleep in the hot weather? Emma's best cooling mattress is 50% off right now
By Ruth Jones published
A cooler sleep experience from one of our favorite mattress brands, the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite is up to $1,039 off in the summer sale.
Big Fig launches new hybrid mattress topper for heavy people — buy now from just $299
By Ruth Jones published
One of the best mattresses for heavy people is now available as the Big Fig mattress topper and it's perfect for side sleepers.
Amazon Prime Day queen mattress deals for under $200 — 3 I'd buy for good sleep on a budget
By Ruth Jones published
I've rounded up the best budget-friendly mattress deals this Prime Day, with savings on Linenspa and Zinus beds.
Looking to make your soft mattress harder? Forget Prime Day — this is the bed topper deal I’d buy today
By Ruth Jones published
Save up to $156 on the Birch Plush Organic Mattress Topper with my better than Prime Day deals pick.
I've found the 5 best pillow deals to shop this Prime Day - starting from $25
By Ruth Jones published
The best Amazon Prime Day pillow deals, with savings from brands such as Sealy, Casper, and Coop Home Goods.
Amazon's top-selling mattress gets a Prime Day price cut, but is it worth it? I've tested this bed — here's my take
By Ruth Jones published
The Zinus Memory Foam Mattress is budget-friendly comfort for side sleepers and it's up to 20% off in the Amazon Prime Day sale.
Amazon and Mattress Firm lock horns with up to 60% off Zinus mattresses for Prime Day — where to find the best deal
By Ruth Jones published
Amazon Prime Day offers big savings on Zinus mattresses, but the Mattress Firm deal is one you won't want to miss.
How to sleep well when traveling this summer — my top 5 tips
By Ruth Jones published
I'm a sleep writer and here are my tips for sleeping better when traveling this summer.
Are memory foam mattresses good for heavy people? I’m a sleep writer — here’s my take
By Ruth Jones published
Memory foam mattresses are known for providing cushioned comfort, but do they offer the support a bigger body needs? I'm a sleep writer, this is my take.
Latex vs all-natural latex mattress: Is there a difference and should you buy one?
By Ruth Jones published
Want a latex bed? We explore the differences between latex vs natural latex mattresses and which is best for your sleep.
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