Sleep music is a popular way to relax before bed and can be effective in helping you get to sleep. There have been many sleep aid websites and apps that include sleep music, sounds, and noises to send you to sleep in recent times. You can also gain free access to thousands of sleep music […]

It is thought that the origins of beauty sleep date back to the mid-19th century when people believed that sleeping before midnight encouraged health and beauty benefits. Nowadays, getting enough sleep is considered by many to improve your appearance or maintain elements of youthfulness.  Keep reading to discover whether there is any truth behind the […]

Sleep is a time when you can truly relax and disconnect from day-to-day life. It is a time when your mind and body can restore and recover, preparing you for the day ahead. However, for many, getting to sleep can be a struggle and the lack of sleep can have serious consequences on your emotional […]

REM sleep is part of the body's natural sleep cycle and takes up about 20-25% of sleep time amongst healthy adults. REM sleep can offer many benefits as it is connected to cognitive functions, dreams and managing stress.  Keep reading to learn more about REM sleep, how it differentiates from non-REM sleep and the various […]

The importance of sleep is well established✓, regardless of age. Sleep is necessary for optimal health and well-being. Conversely, sleep deprivation and deficiency can lead to a host of physical and mental health problems, injuries and lack of productivity. Sleep is divided into two components, namely rapid eye movement sleep (REM) and non-REM sleep. Non-REM sleep […]

Whether you know what they are or haven’t a clue, the words 'beg bugs’ will likely make most people grimace. These little critters are parasites that feed on blood and love to take up residence in mattresses and other bedding. However, there are ways to remove these pests and certain things we can do to […]

The struggle to fall asleep has likely been experienced by many people worldwide, with factors such as stress, irregular working hours, mental health or your home environment all playing a significant part. In the UK alone, it is estimated that around 36% of adults struggle to fall asleep at least once every week.  However, if […]

Sleep paralysis is considered part of the REM sleep phase, which can cause the sleeper to experience temporary paralysis. Studies✓‌ have estimated that 7.6% of the general population will experience sleep paralysis at least once in their lifetime. The rate increases amongst students at 28.3% and 31.9% amongst psychiatric patients.  In this article, we will […]

For many, going to bed should be a relaxing experience and a place where you can get some well-earned rest. A sliding mattress could have the potential to disturb your sleep, especially if you tend to move around a lot during the night. In addition, it can become annoying to constantly move the mattress back […]

With social media taking the world by storm, many people turn to their favourite influencers for tips and advice. While the world of social media and influencers can be problematic at best, plenty of accounts aim to improve lives, help and inspire their followers. Mrs Hinch is a leading influencer in home-care, interior design and […]