Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries
My husband and I tried the Scandi Sleep Method and love it — 3 reasons you will too
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
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
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 2024
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.
Since switching to a memory foam mattress I've slept better and more deeply — but should you buy one this Black Friday?
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.
What are mattress certifications and why do they matter?
From environmental regulations to safety hazards, mattress certifications are essential. Here, we explore exactly what each certification means.
I upgraded to a king mattress — here’s why you should do the same this Black Friday
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
I can fall asleep in five minutes flat — here's how I do it night after night
Here's the easy method I use to fall asleep in just five minutes, plus I ask multiple sleep expert for their top tips and what you'll need to fall asleep fast too.
Sleep expert shares her simple but effective three-step bedtime routine
We break down Olivia Arezello's 3-step bedtime routine and give you some tips on what not to do at night.
What is mattress off-gassing? What to expect and how to speed it up
Wondering why your new bed smells? Here's everything you need to know about mattress off-gassing plus 3 steps to speed up the process.
How to stop sleepwalking — 3 expert tips from a doctor
Sleepwalking can disrupt our sleep and put us in danger. We ask a doctor what causes it and how to stop it.
I didn’t realise how alcohol affected my sleep until I quit 3 weeks ago
Alcohol affects sleep by increasing nighttime wakeups and decreasing the quality of rest we get. I’m taking part in sober October to transform my sleep. Here’s what’s changed so far.
Antidepressants used to help me sleep, now I rely on these 3 things instead
How stopping taking antidepressants affected my sleep and the three things I rely on to get good sleep in its place.
What are mouthguards for sleep apnea and do they work? We asked an expert
Mouthguards for sleep apnea are a well-regarded treatment — we explore how and why they work.
Quick! This budget hybrid mattress has dropped to just £224 — and couples love it
You can now save up to £569 on the REM-Fit Pocket 1000 mattress — why you should take advantage of this autumn deal
I have nighttime anxiety — how a weighted blanket has eased it and improved my sleep
I tested the YnM Cooling Bamboo Weighted Blanket for nighttime anxiety — here's how it changed my sleep for the better.
Should you sleep on a mattress on the floor in winter and what are the risks?
Sleeping on a mattress on the floor can help posture and save space, but doing so in winter comes with additional health risks.
I used a sunrise alarm clock for a week and it didn’t wake me up once — here’s why I'll still use it
I tested the Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 for a week and while it didn't wake me up one, I'll still use it everyday — here's why.
Should you purchase a mattress online during Amazon Prime Day?
Online shopping is the new normal, but is it a good idea if you're buying a mattress in the Prime Day sales?
Is buying a second-hand mattress safe? No, and here's why
We look at why buying a second-hand mattress isn't safe, the biggest risks, and the best alternatives.
I live next to a nightclub — how I slept using Loop Earplugs to block out the noise
The Loop Quiet 2 Earplugs are designed to muffle 24dB of sound, but is it enough? I put them to the test.
How to fall asleep when you can’t — tried and tested tips I've learned from experts
The Tom's Guide sleep team tests expert tips and techniques to fall asleep when you just can't drift off.
I tested 3 anti-snoring devices — only one stopped my partner snoring
I tested 3 anti-snoring devices to stop my partner from snoring — only one worked.
