The best anti-allergy and hypoallergenic pillows, tried and tested for every type of sleeper

From feather-free to vegan down, we tested (and tussled with) 17 pillows to reveal the best

How I learned to love my alarm clock

This week: mornings made better; affordable jewellery; and the ultimate wild swimming kit list

Why is it so hard to go to bed? Maybe science has the answer

I’m an intractable bedtime procrastinator. Why do the sensible thing when I can just lie on the couch, phone in hand, however exhausted I am?

How to choose a mattress: the features worth paying for – and the ones that aren’t

Is memory foam the way to go? Will a firm mattress save your back? Do you really need a washable cover? Our expert tells all …

The best mattresses: sleep better with our six rigorously tested picks

From luxury Simba and Otty mattresses to brilliant budget buys, here’s what we recommend

‘One person’s luxury is another’s torture rack’: how I tested mattresses for comfort, cost and sustainability

There’s more to testing beds than simply sleeping on them. Here’s how I put top-rated mattresses through their paces to pick the best for a peaceful slumber

Scientists find that things really do seem better in the morning

UCL study into mental health and wellbeing finds that people generally feel worse at night and on Sundays

Declutter, add a flat sheet and turn down the heat: hoteliers reveal how to get the best night’s sleep … at home

Hospitality experts, sleep consultants and interior designers share their tips for creating dream conditions in your bedroom

Rise and shine with the seven best sunrise alarm clocks, tried and tested

Our reviewer sheds some light on adding brightness to your mornings with the best dawn simulation alarms, from Lumie and Philips to Hatch

I clock up to 20,000 steps a night: my life with restless legs syndrome

I spent years desperate for help and exhausted from lack of sleep. But the condition is badly misunderstood – even by doctors