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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6 best cooling sheets 2024 − tested by hot sleepers, for hot sleepers
I've ranked and reviewed the world's best cooling sheets – these 6 sets are moisture-wicking, thermoregulating, and seriously stylish, too
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Best firm mattress 2024 – 6 tried and tested options for sturdy support
I've ranked and reviewed six options in the search to find the best firm mattress for pressure relief and spinal alignment
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These are the 3 best organic mattress toppers I have ever tested – an essential for clean and comfy sleep
I've ranked and reviewed 3 of the best organic mattress toppers from Avocado, Birch, and Turmerry to help you get better sleep, naturally
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December bedding sales − early Black Friday bedding deals from the biggest brands
I've spent hours shopping the sales to bring you cut prices on sheets, pillows, quilts and comforters in the Black Friday bedding deals
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December mattress sales – early Black Friday mattress deals from the biggest brands
I'm a sleep editor and sales hunter − here's my edit of the December mattress sales, so you can make the most of the Black Friday mattress deals
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Why is my mattress hurting my back? Experts share warning signs and how to fix it
I asked sleep scientists and chiropractors to explain why your mattress might be causing your back pain and how to find the support you need
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Can I make my mattress firmer? Yes − here's how
I asked sleep scientists and mattress manufacturers how to toughen up a soft, sagging mattress for more supportive sleep
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Mattress topper types explained: your expert guide
Here are the pros and cons of the major mattress topper types, from plush pillow tops to firm foam, according to our team of expert testers
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Best luxury bed sheets 2024 − selected by a sales hunter and sleep writer
For your consideration, I've ranked and reviewed luxe linens, crisp cottons, and silky sateen sheets from all the best places to buy bedding
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How to fix a sagging mattress – 4 easy hacks to extend its life
I asked mattress manufacturers how to fix a sagging mattress – these are their tried-and-true tips and tricks for a short-term solution
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Best cooling mattress toppers and pads 2024 − tried + tested by hot sleepers
Stop the night sweats with the best cooling mattress toppers and pads – I've ranked and reviewed our thermoregulating favorites
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Mattress jargon buster – all the words you need to know before you buy a bed
I'm breaking down the bedding buzzwords to create the definitive A to Z of mattress terminology so that you can be a smarter shopper
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Best mattress topper 2024 − tried and tested for comfort, cooling, and cost
I've ranked and reviewed 6 of the best mattress toppers from Saatva, Nolah, Tempur, and more to suit every style of sleeper and every style of budget
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Want to be the host with the most this holiday season? Curate a guest welcome box – I've already found all you need for all kinds of stays
Help your friends and family feel at home with a guest welcome box, containing everyday essentials and little luxuries to sweeten their stay
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How we test mattress toppers – H&G's expert review process explained
Here's everything you need to know how we test mattress toppers for pressure relief, thermoregulation, motion isolation, and edge support
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How to keep your mattress topper from sliding – 6 expert tips for a secure fit
I spoke with bedding designers and sleep scientists to work out how to stop your mattress topper from sliding − the solution might be simpler than you think
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What is an egg crate mattress topper? Your expert guide
I spoke with mattress manufacturers and sleep product testers to pick out the pros and cons of egg crate mattress toppers for every sleep style
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Looking for luxury Christmas decorations? Head to Saks Fifth Avenue to deck the halls in style
Whether you're shopping for ornate ornaments, ceramic serveware, or glittering garlands, you'll find it in the Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Shop
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The Pottery Barn holiday collection puts a fresh spin on old classics – it's vintage with a 2024 twist
Between the red berry wreaths and gingerbread serveware, the Pottery Barn Christmas collection looks good enough to eat – these are my favorite finds
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How a mattress is made − inside the mattress factories at IKEA, Hästens, and 3Z
I've traveled from the heart of Arizona to the slopes of Scandinavia to see how foam is poured and springs are coiled to make the world's best mattresses
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Best mattress 2024 − 9 tried and tested favorites
I've ranked and reviewed the best mattresses from Saatva, Nectar, Tempur, and more to suit every style of sleeper and size of budget
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IKEA's Christmas collection has launched, and it's everything I need to add a Scandi charm to my home over the holidays
I've spent hours searching the IKEA Winter Holiday Shop for affordable designs that channel Scandi chic and make the most of smaller spaces
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If you're after designer-approved holiday decorations, head to Target – Joanna Gaines just revealed her favorite finds from her Christmas collaboration
I've spent hours shopping the Magnolia Hearth & Hand Christmas collection to find wreaths, garlands, and festive decor at a fair price
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6 Scandinavian sleep secrets, straight from the heart of IKEA
I took a trip to Älmhult, Sweden, to uncover the six steps to complete sleep, according to mattress manufacturers and design experts at IKEA
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