Written by Loren Bullock, Lead Mattress Tester Methodology Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches have reviewed hundreds of mattresses and sleep products for over eight years using hands-on testing. We assess each sleep product for comfort, support, cooling, firmness, pressure relief, and more. Learn more. In This Article I explain how the Emma Hybrid Comfort mattress feels, performs, and costs, so you can decide if it’s the bed for you. » The Emma Hybrid Comfort is supposed to be a breathable, supportive hybrid mattress that supports all body types—well, I’ll be the judge of that ..read more

Have you ever woken up from a bizarre dream, only to forget what happened? Have you ever wanted to know what these odd actions, emotions, and experiences in dreams mean?  Dream journaling can be a way to understand why you’re dreaming the things you are and a way to document these unique stories past the morning time.  To test the benefits of dream journaling, I decided to follow a dream expert’s guide to document my dreams every day for a week.   Bottom Line: What is Dream Journaling? Dream journaling is the practice of documenting your dreams. This can help you remember ..read more

Written by Lianna Bass, Contributor Methodology Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches have reviewed hundreds of mattresses and sleep products for over eight years using hands-on testing. We assess each sleep product for comfort, support, cooling, firmness, pressure relief, and more. Learn more. In This Article I’ll tell you how the Helix Midnight Elite feels, performs, and costs. Together, we’re gonna find out if this luxury mattress is worth it. » Crafted with comfort in mind, the Helix Midnight Elite mattress is a medium-firm hybrid mattress that offers a beautiful balance betwe ..read more

Duvet inserts are designed to work with your favorite duvet cover to add loft, softness and coziness to your bedding. Whether your preferences run toward toasty warm or light and breathable, there’s a duvet insert for the job. Our product testers rounded up the best duvet inserts on the market, from traditional down to cooling bamboo to luxurious silk, so you can enjoy the dreamiest nights. Bottom Line: What’s the Best Duvet Insert? Our expert product testers chose the Saatva All-Year Down Comforter as the Nerd’s Pick due to its soft, cozy feel, hypo-allergenic properties, and impressive dura ..read more

Methodology Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches have reviewed hundreds of mattresses and sleep products for over eight years using hands-on testing. We assess each sleep product for comfort, support, cooling, firmness, pressure relief, and more. Learn more. In This Article We’ll do an in-depth review of the Saatva Adjustable Base—evaluating different factors such as construction, durability, special features, and more—to see if it’s the best choice for your bedroom. » If you’re considering switching from a traditional base to an adjustable one, this review’s for you. In this arti ..read more

Written by Loren Bullock, Mattress & Bedding Expert Methodology Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches have reviewed hundreds of mattresses and sleep products for over eight years using hands-on testing. We assess each sleep product for comfort, support, cooling, firmness, pressure relief, and more. Learn more. In This Article I’ll go over the features, pros/cons, and policies of the Nectar Adjustable Bed Frame, so you can find out if it’s a good fit for your needs. » Adjustable bases are a great addition to any bedroom. They allow you to customize your sleep, whether that be t ..read more

Sleep tourism is a trend that aims to turn weary travelers into well-rested ones. People travel around the world to hotels and retreats that are specifically designed to promote sleep. However, there are only a few of these sleep tourism hotels in the world, and they are very expensive. Not everyone has the money – or time – to enjoy one of these experiences, so I decided to find out if there was a way to DIY sleep tourism. Here’s how I turned a night at a regular hotel room into a sleep-friendly stay. Bottom Line: How Can I Experience Sleep Tourism on a Budget? Sure, your local chain hotel p ..read more

If you’re a poor, unfortunate soul like me, you’ve probably had one of those days with a migraine that just won’t go away. It hurts to read, look at a screen, and sometimes even just plain think. So, you probably turn to the one thing requiring the least brainpower to provide respite: sleep. But even just lying still on the bed with your eyes squeezed shut can become an impossible task with a troublesome migraine. Fortunately, we’re here to help. Read on to learn more about the link between sleep and migraines, and some tips with how to effectively sleep while your head is pounding. What Are M ..read more

Most people have heard of the “morning bird” and the “night owl” to describe your body’s inclination to get up early or stay up late. This tendency toward a certain sleep schedule is called a chronotype. Dr. Michael Breus developed a system for understanding chronotypes that breaks it down into four groups, each represented by a different animal: lion, bear, wolf, and dolphin. He also outlined the basic routines that would work best for them, and I wanted to put my chronotype’s schedule to the test.  Here’s what I learned from my experience living like the wolf chronotype. Finding my Anim ..read more

Grinding your teeth at night can make it tough for you to get enough sleep and can even disrupt your partner. But besides being a nuisance to your sleep hygiene, teeth grinding (also called bruxism) can cause painful jaw and tooth damage. Here’s what causes bruxism and what treatments are available to help you avoid teeth grinding while you sleep.  Bottom Line: What is Bruxism and How is it Treated? Bruxism causes people to grind or clench their teeth together. Teeth grinding often happens at night while you sleep and can be mild or severe enough to damage your jaw and teeth. Bruxism tre ..read more