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 …
‘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
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
Chocolate biscuits, cosy bedding and moments of calm: a sideways look at self-care
This week: feel-good January fixes; interior designer-approved bed linen; and Grace Dent on the best extra-chocolatey biscuits
‘Expect to see snake-like peeling’: 19 self-care treats for the perfect pick-me-up
From weighted blankets and de-puffing masks to sunrise alarm clocks, our self-care buys are sure to brighten your mood
The bedding buying guide: everything you need to know, from Egyptian cotton to thread count and washing rules
Is Egyptian cotton the holy grail? Should you be buying bamboo? Will silk save your hair? We asked the experts