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 man lying in bed listening to white noise through headphones

Drift off to rainfall and wake up to sizzling bacon – is crafting your own ASMR soundscape the key to good sleep?

By Ruth Jones published

Take white noise to a luxurious level with hotel-inspired ASMR soundscapes.

A person sleeps happily

Do memory foam mattresses sleep hot?

By Ruth Jones published

We explore why some memory foam mattresses sleep hot and how to choose a cooler bed.

A woman in her bedroom, tidying sheets by the bed

Do you really need to make your bed everyday? We asked an expert, and the answer is yes… and no

By Ruth Jones published

You should let your mattress breathe, but neat sheets might help you get to sleep.

A teen uses their phone in bed at night

'Time for a break?' Instagram plays parent with new nighttime nudge feature

By Ruth Jones published

Designed to encourage healthier social media habits, the notification will 'nudge' teens to close Instagram after prolonged late night use.

A man waking up in bed after a good night's sleep

What is the 10-3-2-1-0 sleep method?

By Ruth Jones published

These five simple rules teach you how to adapt your daytime routine for better slumber every night.

A woman sleeping in bed with her mouth open

Expert explains the science behind mouth taping for better sleep

By Ruth Jones published

Mouth taping is a scary-sounding TikTok trend – here's how to get the same benefits without sticking your mouth shut.

A woman lies on a bed eating crisps and scrolling through her phone

Bed rotting – self-care or sleep saboteur? We got an expert’s take on this viral TikTok trend

By Ruth Jones published

This TikTok self-care trend promotes the laziest of lazy days, but it might leave you feeling more tired than before.

A woman sitting in bed, checking the Sleepwave sleep tracker tab on her smartphone

This app takes an unexpected approach to sleep tracking – instead of listening for sound, it makes its own

By Ruth Jones published

While many sleep trackers listen for sound, this unique app creates ultrasonic sound waves to monitor your movements.

A man sitting up in bed stretching

5 quick bedtime tricks to make Blue Monday a bit less miserable

By Ruth Jones published

'Blue Monday' might be totally made up, but it's still a depressing time of year. Here's how to hack your sleep to brighten up your day.

Aman reaches out of bed to turn off his alarm clock

Hitting snooze can ruin your morning energy levels – here's how to kick the habit

By Ruth Jones published

It might be just a few extra minutes in bed, but pressing snooze might actually make you feel more tired.

The DeRUCCI T11 Pro Smart Mattress on the beach

This smart mattress uses AI to adjust your sleep setup and warn users about potential health problems

By Ruth Jones published

Hate going to the doctor? This mattress thinks it can diagnose you in your sleep.

A woman lying in bed with a cold, blowing her nose

Is a blocked nose making you snore? Here are 5 tips for dealing with it

By Ruth Jones published

A case of the sniffles can block the nasal passages, increasing snoring and leading to more disturbed nights.

ANSSil String mattress

This smart mattress swaps springs for strings and uses AI to adjust firmness as you sleep

By Ruth Jones published

Millions of strings are connected to AI sensors to provide a surface that can adapt to your exact sleep style.

Rezet mattress topper

This smart mattress topper uses AI to boost sleep and help your body recover faster

By Ruth Jones published

The Rezet mattress topper promises to provide both personalized health plans and the most restful night sleep.

A person wrapped up in a blanket, sitting on a bed, holding a cup of coffee

The best time in the morning to drink coffee is 10am, not first thing – here's why

By Ruth Jones published

How you can hack your coffee drinking habits to suit your cortisol levels for a better morning routine.

A man lying in bed listening to white noise through headphones

5 places to find free white noise for sleep

By Ruth Jones published

From the classic fan to a calm garden in Japan, these are the best places online to find white noise.

Two men deliver a new mattress to a bedroom

What is white glove delivery for mattresses?

By Ruth Jones published

We take a look at what is included with white glove delivery, and which mattress brands offer it.

A woman reads a book in bed before going to sleep

Want to sleep better in 2024? Here's the one thing you should do before bed

By Ruth Jones published

Just a few minutes of reading can lower stress and improve your sleep.

A woman sits on the corner of her bed wearing workout clothes and tying the laces on her running shoes

When should you stop exercising before bed?

By Ruth Jones published

An intense workout sometimes leaves us feeling ready to drop, but might evening exercise be sabotaging your sleep? Or could a nighttime run be key to healthy rest?

A woman in her bedroom, tidying sheets by the bed

3 quick bedroom decluttering tips that'll help you sleep better

By Ruth Jones published

A tidy room can actually improve your sleep – we spoke to an expert to find out how.

Woman stretching in bed

How to optimize your sleep posture to help your body recover faster: 3 expert tips

By Ruth Jones published

Find out how to aid recovery literally in your sleep.

A woman lying on a bed eating fruit

Is eating better your New Year’s resolution? It can help your sleep as well – we asked a nutritional therapist

By Ruth Jones published

Plus a few small diet changes you can make for better sleep (and healthier living).

A person places a pillow on a bed

Fancy a hug? Here’s why cuddling your pillow could improve your sleep

By Ruth Jones published

This simple trick for side sleepers can boost your sleep posture – and all you need is an old pillow

A woman waking up in bed after a bad night's sleep

7 signs your mattress isn't supporting you properly

By Ruth Jones published

Is the wrong mattress causing your bad sleep? From long nights to achy mornings, we look at how to tell a mattress isn't working.

A woman wakes up smiling while stretching her arms

This expert-recommended pillow trick can help improve your sleep posture

By Ruth Jones published

A sleep posture-perfecting trick – all you need is an old pillow.

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