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Hotel beds feel off for a reason. They're not what you're used to.While a night at a hotel will never be the same as a n...
09/01/2026

Hotel beds feel off for a reason. They're not what you're used to.

While a night at a hotel will never be the same as a night at home, there are tips to try to make your rest a little more comfortable. Set the thermostat to 65–68°F, black out every light source (glowing alarm clocks included), and ask for a quiet floor away from the elevator when you book.

Small tweaks lead to way better sleep on the road. https://bettersleep.org/blog/how-to-sleep-better-while-traveling-rest-well-no-matter-where-you-land/

08/31/2026

You've probably spent more on mattress accessories trying to fix a dead mattress than a new mattress would cost. The pillows, toppers, heating pads, positional adjustments... none of it works because the problem isn't fixable. You can feel it every time you sleep anywhere else and actually rest.

A new mattress isn't a luxury purchase. It's stopping the bleeding on a solution that's already failed.

08/28/2026

Kids come in many sizes, and they keep growing and changing. Lissa Coffey helps us to figure out how to match the child to the bed during all the transitions! Your thoughts?

You probably aren't getting enough deep sleep. Most people focus on hitting 8 hours total, but your brain needs 1.5-2 ho...
08/27/2026

You probably aren't getting enough deep sleep. Most people focus on hitting 8 hours total, but your brain needs 1.5-2 hours of deep sleep nightly to consolidate memories, regulate emotions, and repair your body. Research shows people with more deep sleep have significantly lower anxiety levels.

A consistent bedtime routine, relaxation techniques, and a supportive mattress help you reach the deep sleep your brain depends on. Read more about the importance of deep sleep: https://bettersleep.org/better-sleep/are-you-getting-enough-deep-sleep/

08/26/2026

Time to wake up! How we wake up in the morning pretty much sets the tone for the rest of the day. Lissa Coffey shares some great ways to get the day started easily and happily! We’d love to hear your ideas as well!

Happy National Dog Day to the best sleep remedy you didn't know you had. 🐶 Some say that sleeping with your dog reduces ...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to the best sleep remedy you didn't know you had. 🐶 Some say that sleeping with your dog reduces anxiety, syncs your heartbeat for deeper rest, makes you feel safer, and actually helps with insomnia. That twitching, snoring, bed-hogging dog? They're improving your sleep quality just by being there. Now if only they'd stop taking up half the mattress.

Back to school is when sleep quality matters most for academic performance and health. More parents are switching from t...
08/24/2026

Back to school is when sleep quality matters most for academic performance and health.

More parents are switching from twin to full-size mattresses for teenagers because twins can leave kids cramped as they grow. Full mattresses give your teen the actual space they need for quality rest, and they give you a comfortable place to sit during evening routines without perching on the edge.

Plus, one mattress investment lasts through high school instead of replacing it in two years. Make back to school count by giving your child a bed that supports both their growth and their sleep.

It takes up to 15 minutes to relax enough to feel a mattress's true support. Most people test for 30 seconds and wonder ...
08/21/2026

It takes up to 15 minutes to relax enough to feel a mattress's true support. Most people test for 30 seconds and wonder why they regret it later.

Here's how to do it:
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in
Lie down in your actual sleep position
Close your eyes and truly relax
Feel the support, not just the initial comfort
Test multiple positions if you switch during sleep

You're feeling for a few things. Does your spine feel supported? Are pressure points (like your hips and shoulders) comfortable? Does it feel good at minute 1 AND minute 15?

The mattress that feels amazing for 30 seconds might feel terrible after 8 hours of actual sleep. Take your time when testing and don't be afraid to get comfortable! More tips: https://bettersleep.org/mattress-education/choosing-the-best-mattress/

The sleep preference split is real: 45% sleep better alone, 45% better with someone. But among partnered adults living t...
08/20/2026

The sleep preference split is real: 45% sleep better alone, 45% better with someone. But among partnered adults living together, most prefer sleeping with their partner.

80% of those surveyed believe cuddling reduces stress and anxiety. Men report more satisfaction with co-sleeping and cuddling than women.

Neither preference is wrong. What matters is honest communication about what actually helps you sleep. Learn more: https://bettersleep.org/research/sleep-and-partners-research-2023/

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