Higher thread count isn’t always better – experts explain what the numbers mean Ever wondered what all the bedding jargon means? Here’s everything you need to know The Independent UK · Aug 25
Your bedroom mirror is wrecking your sleep, and the effects are worse in a heatwave – how to fix it for a better night's rest Ditch 'unease, discomfort and overheating' for a deeper and more restorative sleep Ideal Home · Aug 12
I asked sleep experts how to stop snoring – from sleeping position to pillow setup, this is their advice for a more peaceful night’s rest From sleeping position to pillow setup, these are their top tips for a more peaceful night’s rest Ideal Home · Aug 2
4 sleep experts share how they fall asleep fast and skip waking up at 3 a.m. in hot weather — 4 steps to take tonight Scorching night ahead? Sleep specialists share the 5 simple things they do to fall asleep fast and skip 3 a.m. wake-ups during a heatwave — and the 3 habits sabotaging your rest. Tom’s Guide · Jun 22
'Re-watch your favorite TV show' to fall asleep fast — plus 3 other surprising tips from a sleep researcher Tired of meditation and chamomile tea? An insomnia researcher shares the unexpected evening habits that actually help you drift off faster. Tom’s Guide · Jun 15
Trouble falling asleep? Brushing your teeth right before bed could be to blame, expert says Making toothbrushing the final step of your nighttime routine might be why you can't fall asleep easily. Sleep researcher Hannah Shore reveals how the habit disrupts your hormones—and the 'one-hour rule' to fix it. Tom’s Guide · Jun 13
Too hot to sleep? These 5 cooling bedding materials are 'sleep medicine in fabric form', according to the experts They're the antidote to restless nights in this hot, humid weather Ideal Home · May 28
I Tried the Low-Effort Japanese Kaizen Method to Quickly Improve My Sleep − It's So Easy to Do This method helped me easily make impactful changes for more restful nights Homes & Gardens · May 28
You should be replacing your pillows more often than you think, say experts When was the last time you replaced your pillows? The Independent UK · May 27
Should you buy a new mattress or use a mattress topper? Is it time for a brand new mattress or will a mattress topper suffice? This is what an expert says The Independent UK · May 13
How to clean a mattress topper at home, according to an expert Here’s everything you need to know about removing stains and accidents from your topper The Independent UK · May 12
How to choose the right duvet tog for a heatwave, according to experts Here's everything you need to know, plus our top tried and tested recommendations Read more: Best duvets, tried and tested The Independent UK · Apr 13
This popular household item could be why you're waking up groggy even after enough sleep — here's how to get morning energy in 5 seconds This popular household product helps you fall asleep fast and prevent 3 a.m. wake ups, but it could be why you feel groggy in the morning. Here's why and how to fix it in 5 seconds flat. Tom’s Guide · Apr 9
No, 6.5 hours isn’t enough sleep — 4 ways to sleep for longer, starting tonight Studies show we're getting well under the recommended amount of sleep we need, so we asked the experts what to do about it. Tom’s Guide · Apr 6
Tom’s Guide · Apr 3 I tried these 7 easy tips to stop my brain from racing before a big day — and it actually worked I can't sleep when I have anticipatory anxiety, but trying to fall asleep fast was making it worse. These 7 expert-approved tips finally helped me get over my insomnia
The Independent UK · Mar 18 How to choose a mattress for front sleepers, according to experts We’ve asked sleep specialists and physiotherapists how to keep aches and pains at bay as a front sleeperRead more: 12 best mattresses, tried and tested by experts
The Independent UK · Mar 13 How to choose a mattress for back sleepers, according to experts A physiotherapist, sleep physiologist and a mattress specialist weigh in Read more: 12 best mattresses, tried and tested by experts
The Independent UK · Mar 13 How to choose a mattress for side sleepers, according to experts We consulted with physiotherapists and sleep experts on how to shop for your sleeping position Read more: 12 best mattresses, tried and tested by experts
Tom’s Guide · Mar 3 The simple metabolism hack that helps avoid 3am wake-ups — and it's the Blue Zone secret to longevity, too Can eating "breakfast like a king" help you fall asleep fast and stop you from waking up at 3am? We ask the experts about this Blue Zone diet
Tom’s Guide · Feb 22 My sleep-tracking earbuds discovered how this one thing in my nighttime routine ruined my sleep — here’s why I won't do it again My sleep tracker pinned the cause of my insomnia — an expert explains why this one activity made it harder to fall asleep
Woman & Home · Feb 7 Not blue light or caffeine - sleep scientist reveals the habit she wishes more women would skip before bed Better sleep lies on the other side of making this lifestyle change, she says
Tom’s Guide · Feb 5 My sleep tracker says I keep waking up at 3 a.m. but an expert told me not worry as long as my sleep score also shows these 3 things I thought my 3 a.m. wake ups were a disaster but my sleep tracker tells a different story. An expert explains why
Tom’s Guide · Feb 1 Stop waking up at 3am — 7 quick fixes you can do today, according to a sleep expert From a quick stroll to two-second hacks, here's are the simple things that can help you sleep all night long and avoid 'middle insomnia.'
Tom’s Guide · Jan 31 'I tried foot reflexology and my sleep quality improved after just one session' — here's how Reflexology promotes relaxation — here's what happened to my sleep after trying it
Tom’s Guide · Jan 21 I sleep less than 7 hours a night and didn't think it was an issue until a recent study said otherwise — an expert explains more I function well on around six hours a night, but now I'm wondering if I should try to sleep more and, if so, how?