
Emilia Hitching
Emilia is our resident sleep writer. She spends her days tracking down the lowest prices on the best mattresses and bedding and spends her nights testing them out from the comfort of her own home. Emilia leads a team of testers across America to find the best mattress for every sleep style, body type, and budget.
Emilia's quest to learn how to sleep better takes her all around the world, from the 3Z mattress factory in Glendale, Arizona to the Hästens headquarters in Köping, Sweden. She's interviewed luxury bedding designers at Shleep and Pure Parima, as well as the Design Manager at IKEA. Before she joined Homes & Gardens, Emilia studied English at the University of Oxford.
Latest articles by Emilia Hitching
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Lulu and Georgia deals – how to get the biggest savings on vintage-inspired furniture and boho-chic decor
Here's everything you need to know about what to shop and how to save in the Lulu and Georgia sales, according to our expert team of deals hunters
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Wool vs down duvets − what's the difference and which should you choose?
I asked an expert panel of bedding designers and sleep scientists where they stand on the great duvet debate – and their answers might just surprise you
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Best cooling mattress 2025 − tried and tested by hot sleepers
Weather the warm summer nights with active thermoregulation and moisture-wicking technology
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Brooklinen deals aren't always worth shouting about, but even I'm shocked by this half-price top-rated sheet set
While stocks last, you can bag a bumper bundle of silky sateen sheets for just 50% of its RRP
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Memorial Day might be over, but some of the best deals are still live – this is your last chance to bag these bargains
From a state-of-the-art gas grill to a shade sail for sunny weather
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These are the 3 best organic mattress toppers I've ever tested – an essential for clean and comfy sleep
I've reviewed and ranked 3 of the best toppers from Avocado, Birch, and Earthfoam to help you choose wisely and sleep better, naturally
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I write about sleep for a living − here's everything I'm adding to cart from the Sleep Number sales
Keep cool and shop smart with deep discounts on smart beds and thermoregulating bedding
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Are organic mattresses a hoax? I've asked the experts, so that you can buy with confidence
I asked a panel of industry experts to tell me what makes a mattress organic, which eco authorities we can trust, and the greenwashing warning signs to look out for
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Is it good to sleep on latex? Our expert panel gives their official verdict on this eco mattress material
Breathable, durable, and sustainable, latex is a great option for eco-conscious shoppers and summer nights
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Trust me, I'm a mattress tester – these are the best places to buy American-made mattresses
Plus, the best non-US mattress brands to shop before the tariffs take effect
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7 lessons from a sleep scientist on how to find the sleep schedule that works for you
We asked Sleep Cycle's Dr Mike Gradisar to debunk the sleep trends and share how to build a healthy relationship with sleep
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Best affordable bed sheets 2025 − crisp percales and silky sateens to upgrade your bedroom on a budget
When you buy the best affordable bed sheets, you don't have to compromise quality for cost − I've ranked six of my favorite sets from Amazon, Target, and more
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Is the Always Pan 2.0 worth it? Here's our honest review after a year of use
The best-selling Always Pan from Our Place is certainly pretty and popular, but does it stand the test of time?
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Bedding sales – how to get the best deals on silky sheets, supportive pillows, and cooling comforters
Here's everything you need to know about the bedding sales, from where to shop to what to buy and how to save, according to our Sleep Editor
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The great debate: should you sleep with one arm under your pillow? Experts weigh in
I asked an expert panel of chiropractors and spinal surgeons whether this popular sleeping position is helping or hurting
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How to avoid poison arrows, the ultimate Feng Shui red flags
Poison arrows can lead to uncomfortable energy in your home – I asked a panel of Feng Shui experts to explain what they are and how to counterbalance them?
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The best spring scents for fragrancing your home this season
I asked an expert panel of perfumers and florists to share their favorite spring scents to freshen up your interiors
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What is cozymaxxing and have you tried it yet? Here are 7 ways to embrace the trend and create an oasis of calm
Experts reveal how to take the cozymaxxing trend from social media into your home with color, texture, lighting and natural materials
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These are the 3 best memory foam pillows for more supportive sleep – carefully tested and selected by our Sleep Editor
I've surveyed my panel of expert testers and combed through our back catalog of reviews to bring you the best memory foam pillows on the market
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Best places to buy comforters − 6 stylish stores, selected by our Sleep Editor
From Brooklinen to Woolroom, I've ranked and reviewed the best places to buy comforters to suit any sleep style and every budget
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The great bedding debate: top sheet vs no top sheet − which side are you on?
I asked an expert panel of bedding designers whether you really need a top sheet to keep clean and cool or if it's just another ploy to make you spend money
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I'm a Sleep Editor – these are the 7 mattress features I think are gimmicks and not worth the spend
In my search to find the world's best mattress, I've come across some duds − learn from my mistakes and avoid these mattress gimmicks
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Nectar vs Layla – which mattress brand is best on test?
I've set the Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress and the Layla Hybrid Mattress head to head to help you work out which mattress meets your needs
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Nolah vs Nectar – which mattress brand is best on test?
I set the Nolah Original Mattress and the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress head to head to see which mattress offers the best performance at the lowest price
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