Alongside the shorter and darker days, the dreaded cold and flu season makes its annual appearance and there’s no hiding from it! At The Sleep Charity, we know that maintaining good sleep is essential to keeping our bodies healthy and our immune systems strong,...
Sleep & Wellbeing
The Gift of Better Sleep: Why a New Mattress Could Be the Perfect Present This Festive Season
As the holiday season approaches, we think about giving gifts that bring joy, comfort and a touch of magic. But what about giving yourself — or someone you love — the ultimate gift: better sleep? Just make sure they choose their own bed - what is comfortable for you...
Discover Better Sleep with “Sleep On”—A Podcast Series Sponsored by Bed Advice UK
The Sleep Charity is thrilled to partner with Bed Advice UK, brought to you by the National Bed Federation (NBF), for the second series of its engaging podcast, ‘Sleep On’. The NBF understands the importance of sleep for overall health and wellbeing, and the essential...
Why the Bed Can Make or Break Your Holiday
City minibreak or a watersports adventure? Self-catered apartment by the coast or a rustic villa nestled in the hills? When we plan our holidays, we usually try to do as much research and planning as possible before we click 'book now' and part with our cash. We check...
How to Sleep Better During Difficult Times
In tough times, we often seek refuge in the cosy comfort of our bed. But instead of seeing it as a retreat from the world, let's view it as a place to recharge and find peace through quality sleep. When we sleep well, we have more ability to deal with worries and...
To Cuddle Or Not To Cuddle In Bed?
We’re not all cuddly sleepers but did you know there are some surprising benefits of cuddling in bed? Fall in love with cuddling in bed Some evidence shows that couples who sleep together not only stay together but stay happier and healthier too. Sharing a bed is the...
Does Size Really Matter? Why a Bigger Bed is Better
For many, February is considered the season of love, and one thing most of us can agree on is the love we share for our beds and that glorious feeling of waking up after a fantastic night’s sleep. Whether you share your bed with a partner or get it all to yourself,...
Healthy Habits to Create a Restful Bedroom
Whether or not you're a believer in New Year's resolutions, carrying these healthy habits into 2024 will create a calm, restful bedroom environment and significantly increase your chances of getting a great night's sleep. Make your bed every day Making your bed daily...
How to Create Comfortable Guest Sleeping Arrangements for the Holidays
The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, but it also raises some important questions like, "How many different ways can we cook potatoes for our Christmas dinner?" and "Do we really need to buy crackers this year?" Another crucial question is, where will...
What is a Vegan Mattress and How Can I Buy One?
It’s World Vegan Month, and if you are in the market for a mattress that doesn’t directly contain animal by-products, here's your go-to guide to buying a vegan-friendly mattress. Non-vegan mattress materials to avoid Many mattresses, often at the more expensive end,...
Sleep & the Clock Change from The Sleep Charity
When do the clocks go back 2023? As National Sleep-In Day approaches, the day the clocks go back and we get an extra hour in bed on Sunday October 29, we got the expert low down from The Sleep Charity about the importance of sleep and how the clock change affects our...
11 Ways to Keep Cool in Bed This Summer
While it’s lovely to have the sunshine and warmth during the day, it’s never fun sleeping at night in a bedroom that feels like an oven. Ideally, bedrooms should be around 16-18°C (60-65°F) but if, at night, the outside temperature remains higher, or your bedroom has...