Latest articles by Lauren Jeffries
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.
Simba just dropped a 20% off mattress sale — and the savings are huge
A 20% off flash sale means you can save up to £451 on the Simba Earth Escape mattress
Sleep apnea experts weigh in on the Apple Watch's latest health feature — here's the verdict
After FDA approval, Apple Watches can notify users of sleep apnea symptoms, but experts say we shouldn't rely on it — this is why.
I tried mouth taping for better sleep — here’s what happened
We document our experiences trying Hostage Mouth Tape for sleep, here's why we'd never do it again.
You win, night owls — new sleep study suggests staying up late makes you mentally sharper
Night owls performed better than morning larks in new cognitive test. Here's what that means.
Wearing socks to bed helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer — here's why
Experts weigh in on why wearing socks to bed can improve the quality of your sleep
Cognitive Shuffling helps me fall asleep fast — here's how it works
Cognitive Shuffling is designed to help you fall asleep fast and curb night-time anxiety. Here’s how it works…
Man sleeps for 30 minutes a night to 'double his life' — but does it work? A doctor responds
Daisuke Hori claims that sleeping for 30 minutes a night for the past 12 years is the secret to his success. Should you, too? A doctor responds.
5 things to expect when sleeping on a memory foam mattress for the first time
Memory foam mattresses aren't for everyone. There are 5 main things you can expect when sleeping on one for the first time.
