Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Staff Writer

Ruth is TechRadar’s Sleep Writer. She’s here to help you find the perfect sleep setup for your budget and personal preferences. As well as keeping a keen eye on everything that’s going on in the world of mattresses, she regularly speaks to experts to help you learn how to improve your sleep habits, whether that’s by debunking sleep myths or explaining the science behind it all. Prior to joining the TechRadar team, she put together features and product guides for new parents hoping to get a decent night's sleep, as well as writing for a variety of online spaces.

Articles by: Ruth Jones

A kid sleeps on the sofa with a Christmas tree in the background

How to get your kids to sleep on Christmas Eve: 5 techniques to try (and 1 to avoid)

By Ruth Jones published

Calm breathing, warm drinks, and an early night all round could be the key to getting your kids to sleep.

A woman sleeps wrapped in a blanket with her head flat on a pillow

How to choose the right pillow for better sleep: 3 expert tips

By Ruth Jones published

How upgrading your pillow can improve your sleep.

A couple huddle under the covers on a dark night

Bed rotting, mouth tape, and mushroom coffee – no, it’s not a Saw trap, it’s TikTok’s biggest wellness trends of 2023

By Ruth Jones published

My New Year's Resolution is to steer clear of these terrifying TikTok trends

A Helix mattress on a multicolored background with a deals graphic

Act now! 25% off the best mattress for side sleepers, this weekend only

By Ruth Jones published

Celebrate the holidays early with the Helix sitewide flash sale.

A woman lies on a Purple PLus mattress in a bedroom, looking at her phone

Purple is ending the year with a bang, thanks to this better-than-Black-Friday mattress deal

By Ruth Jones published

Patience has paid off – there's $400 off the top-rated Purple Plus and up tp $400 off the Original

A man sleeps in the 'dreamer' position

What is the best position for sleeping? We asked an expert

By Ruth Jones published

Is your sleep position helping or hurting?

A laptop, phone and notebook lying on a mattress, a pair of hands is typing on the laptop

I tried WFB (working from bed) – here's why I don't recommend it

By Ruth Jones published

I gave it a go and wasn't impressed, but can working from bed work for you?

A pillow-top mattress in a bedroom

5 reasons you don’t need a pillow-top mattress (and 2 reasons why you do)

By Ruth Jones published

It might sound luxurious, but is the pillow-top really the right mattress for you?

A dog sleeps on an Avocado Organic dog bed

3 dog-approved pet beds to pamper your pooch this holiday season

By Ruth Jones published

Dog beds as chosen by sleep experts

A man sleeping comfortably in bed, with an eco-INSTiTUT label (right)

What is eco-INSTITUT? And what does this certification mean for your mattress?

By Ruth Jones published

A high standard for eco-friendly mattresses, we explore what eco-INSTITUT means for your sleep setup.

A person lies in bed with their covers pulled up over their head

Feeling sluggish? Here's why you need more sleep in winter, according to a doctor

By Ruth Jones published

Perhaps not hibernation for humans, but a few extra hours is what the doctor orders.

A girl sleeps wrapped up in a blue knitted blanket, to the left is a don't miss logo

These 3 weighted blankets are the perfect gift to beat holiday stress

By Ruth Jones published

For the loved one who deserves to relax.

A woman lies in bed with an OEKO-Tex logo to the left

What is OEKO-TEX? And what does this certification mean for your mattress?

By Ruth Jones published

OEKO-TEX is a textile safety certification, but what does it mean for your sleep setup?

A pillow-top mattress (left) and a Euro-top mattress (right)

What is a pillow-top mattress? And do I need one?

By Ruth Jones published

Discover the advantages and disadvantages of a pillow-top, and how it compares to a tight-top or Euro-top.

A woman wearing a sleep mask lies in bed

Spending the holidays in your old bedroom? Returning to your childhood routine might help you sleep

By Ruth Jones published

Find you sleep better when you return to you childhood home? Nostalgia might be the reason. Learn more here.

The corner of an Emma Original mattress with bedding on top

The Emma Black Friday deals are still live – but which Emma mattress should you buy?

By Ruth Jones last updated

Emma mattresses are super cheap in the extended Black Friday sale, but which one is right for you?

The Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress shown on a brown fabric bed frame in a white bedroom

I'm on a tight budget, what should I look for in a mattress this Cyber Monday?

By Ruth Jones published

Get a budget bed that's worth the money with these buying tips.

A Saatva Classic mattress on a bed frame by the sea

Saatva's legendary $400 off sale is about to end – last chance to save on our #1 rated mattress

By Ruth Jones published

We love the Saatva Classic luxurious hybrid innerspring mattress, especially with this exclusive Cyber Monday discount.

A Saatva Classic mattress on a bed frame by the sea

3 best queen size Black Friday mattress deals

By Ruth Jones published

Black Friday is here, and there are deals galore. We've picked the best queen size bed bargains.

Nectar vs Casper, featuring the Casper Original on a platform with a box next to it

CostCo? Amazon? Casper direct? This is the best place to buy a Casper mattress on Black Friday

By Ruth Jones published

Casper mattresses are available from a few different places – here's where to buy, for the best price and customer service.

Nectar Memory Foam mattress vs Cocoon by Sealy Chill mattress press photos

Should you buy the Nectar or Cocoon by Sealy Chill mattress this Black Friday?

By Ruth Jones published

We've tried them both and here's what we think

A Casper Wave Hybrid Snow mattress on a bed with bedside tables either side

Casper has finally dropped some good Black Friday deals and here's what I'm buying

By Ruth Jones published

There are record low prices in the Casper Black Friday sale

A woman lying on a bed made up with the Saatva Classic mattress

I found the ultimate luxury sleep setup for $536.60 off in the Black Friday mattress sales

By Ruth Jones published

Enjoy hotel-like luxury from the comfort of your own bedroom

A couple sleep on a bed with a TechRadar deals logo

Is your spare room ready for the holiday season? Avoid the family arguments with these Black Friday sleep picks

By Ruth Jones last updated

Delight your guests with a new and refreshing sleep setup

A woman lying on a Casper mattress with a deal logo in the background

The Casper mattress Black Friday sale has started, but I'm waiting for better deals

By Ruth Jones published

Casper early Black Friday deals are live, but I'm hoping for a bigger price drop on the day.

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