Latest articles by Nicola Appleton
Are soft mattresses supportive or are they bad news for your back?
A mattress can be both soft and supportive, provided that it contains enough supportive layers.
Everything you need to know about non-toxic mattresses for greener sleep.
Everything you need to know about non-toxic mattresses for greener sleep.
5 things to avoid right before bed if you want to sleep through the night
Avoid these five things right before bed if you want to fall asleep fast and sleep through the night.
Five signs you need a firm mattress for your back pain
A firm mattress isn’t the only suitable sleep solution for back pain, but it could be — here’s how to tell.
This is the worst type of mattress to buy if you have back pain
There are so many myths around mattress for back pain – here's what to avoid and what to buy instead.
How to get rid of dust mites from your mattress, pillows and bedding
Dust mites can aggravate allergies and disrupt your sleep. Here’s how to remove them from your mattress, pillows and bedding.
How much does a mattress cost and how much should you spend?
There’s a mattress to suit every budget and sleep style, so let’s break down what'll you get for your money whether you have a few hundred to spend thousands.
Neuroscientist explains why we binge eat and doom scroll more after a bad night’s sleep
A neuroscientist explains how to break the cycle of bad decision making and get better sleep tonight.
Why you should sleep with the windows open — even in winter
‘‘Lüften’ is a simple but effective sleep hack that can immediately improve your sleep quality. Here’s how…
If you see or smell this on your mattress, it has gone moldy — here’s what to do next
A moldy mattress impacts your health and sleep quality, but it isn’t always easy to detect. We’ll walk you through how to spot mold on your mattress, plus what to do if you find it.
How to remove mattress stains — get rid of pee, vomit, yellow stains and more
Accidents happen, so here's how to remove pee, vomit and yellow mattress stains in seven easy steps.
Sleep expert shares biggest mistake people make when waking up in the middle of the night
Staying asleep all night is hard — here are three things you should do if you keep waking up in the middle of the night, and one thing to avoid at all costs.
How to make a memory foam mattress sleep cooler
Memory foam mattresses can trap heat and cause you to overheat — here are five ways to help your memory foam mattress sleep cooler.
7 signs that you have dust mites in your mattress — and why that's bad for your sleep
You can’t see dust mites, but these are the seven tell-tale signs they're lurking in your mattress. Plus, we reveal how to get ride of dust mites quickly.
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...
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...
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.
