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"Sleep happens" – it's time to stop micromanaging your nights, says sleep specialist

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Focusing on clocking up 8 hours a night isn't the be-all and end-all for good sleep.

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A woman lies on bed writing in her sleep diary
What is a sleep diary? And why should you keep one?

By Ruth Jones Published

A sleep diary helps you identify patterns and behaviors that might be causing your bad rest. Here's how to keep one.

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A woman lies in bed at night looking at the clock, unable to sleep
Clock-watching could be killing your sleep – why clocks have no place in the bedroom

By Ruth Jones Published

Is watching the time tick away causing sleep anxiety? An expert explains why you should remove the clock from your bedroom.

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A woman wakes up and stretches on her bed in a bedroom
Give your bedroom some TLC: how to use temperature, light and comfort to create the perfect sleep setup

By Ruth Jones Published

A touch of TLC can transform your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary. Here's how to use temperature, light, and comfort.

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Aura smart sleep mask review

By Ruth Jones Last updated

With total blackout and immersive sound, the Aura smart sleep mask is a new sleep experience, but not the most user-friendly.

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A man wakes up happy after a great night's sleep
If you're going to nap, do it every day, say sleep experts

By Ruth Jones Published

When it comes to napping, consistency is key. A sleep expert explains why naps are best when you have them regularly.

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Amazon Echo Dot smart speaker on a bedside table
Your Alexa is your secret weapon for better sleep

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Here's how to use your smart speaker to help you wind down and sleep better.

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A couple in bed with their dogs
Letting your pet sleep in your bed with you might actually improve your sleep

By Jim McCauley Published

Dogs on the duvet? Cats on the covers? This sleep expert is all for it, for the most part.

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A woman sits on her mattress and stretches as she prepares to get out of bed
I’ve stopped lazing around in bed thanks to the 3-2-1 method – here’s how to do it

By Ruth Jones Published

The 3-2-1 method gets you up with a simple countdown. To celebrate World Sleep Day, I gave it a try.

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Amazon Echo smart speaker on a bedside table
How to use your Alexa to create a relaxing sleep routine (no screens required)

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Alexa routines can help you follow a regular wind-down routine... and they can make your mornings brighter too.

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