Becky George

Becky George

Sleep Staff Writer

 Becky is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom’s Guide covering all things sleep-related including product reviews, research studies, news and explainers. She works on specialist mattress content and is responsible for bedding buyer’s guides like pillows for all sleepers, focusing on popular brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Avocado and more. Becky is a PPA accredited journalist who is keen to explore the intricacies of sleep, its effects on skincare, mental wellbeing and work performance. While not thinking of sleep, she can be seen reading in cosy bookshops or learning about global food culture. 

Latest articles by Becky George

Girl lying on her front smiling on a new mattress

What are mattress comfort layers and why are they important?

By Becky George published

Mattress comfort layers are an important consideration when investing in a new mattress — here's why.

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Man lying on his bed on a new mattress with his hands behind his head smiling

How long does a mattress in a box take to expand and when can you sleep on it?

By Becky George published

While a mattress in a box is practical, you'll need to wait for it to expand before you can go to sleep — here’s all you need to know.

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Woman sitting on the edge of her old mattress holding her neck in pain

5 things that happen to your mattress after 10 years

By Becky George published

The average lifespan of a mattress is approximately 10 years, here's what you'll notice when it's time to buy a new one.

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Best mattress for back pain: A man clutches in his lower back in agony shortly after waking up

5 simple ways to make a hard mattress more comfortable

By Becky George published

A mattress that is too firm can lead to join pain and a build up of pressure. Here's how to make your too-hard mattress more comfortable

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A woman with dark hair lies in bed yawning because she is so tired and ready to sleep

Weekend lie-ins could lower your risk of heart disease by a fifth, says new study

By Becky George published

If a consistent sleep schedule isn't an option, making up for lost sleep on the weekend is the next best thing, say researchers.

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Image shows inside the Saatva Classic innerspring hybrid mattress

What's inside a mattress and how are they made?

By Becky George published

We explore what a mattress is made of and how it's constructed, and what that means for your comfort.

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