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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What is an orthopedic mattress? Your expert guide
An orthopedic mattress could align your spine and ease your aches and pains – just try not to be taken in by the marketing jargon
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I finally tried the custom Pluto Pillow and now I get the hype
As seen on Shark Tank, this custom pillow is made to your exact specifications so that you can get the best night's sleep
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Latex vs memory foam mattress – what's the difference and which will suit you best?
Here's everything you need to know about latex vs memory foam mattresses, from how they're made to what they cost
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What is a pocket sprung mattress? Your expert guide
For responsive support with minimal motion transfer, try a pocket sprung mattress – I've outlined the pros and cons to help you shop smart
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Nectar vs Tempur-Pedic − which mattress is best on test?
To settle the score between Nectar vs Tempur-Pedic, I compared their best beds for comfort, cooling, and the all-important cost
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What is an innerspring mattress? Your expert guide
For responsive support and enhanced airflow, try an innerspring mattress − I've laid out all the pros and cons to make your choice easier
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Nectar vs Helix − which mattress is best on test?
To settle the debate between Nectar vs Helix, we took their best beds and scored them for comfort, cooling, and the all-important cost
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What is a plush mattress? Your expert guide
I've outlined the pros and cons of a plush mattress to help you find the right balance between comfort and support
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What is a gel mattress? Your expert guide
For the look and feel of foam without the heat retention, try a gel mattress − I've outlined all the pros and cons to help you shop smart
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What is a latex mattress? Your expert guide
For the best balance of breathability and durability, try a latex mattress − I've outlined all the pros and cons to help you find your match
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Luxury bedding sales − deep discounts on Frette, Sferra, and Matouk at Bloomingdale's
Save $50 for every $250 you spend on sheets, shams, quilts, and comforters in the luxury bedding sales
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What is a memory foam mattress? Your expert guide
This article should tell you everything you need to know about a memory foam mattress, from how it's made to who it suits to what it costs
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What is a hybrid mattress? Your expert guide
For the best balance of comfort and support, try a hybrid mattress − I've outlined all the pros and cons to help you find your mattress match
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These are the 6 things I keep in my bedroom to fall asleep faster
From black-out curtains to soothing sleep spray, these are six easy and affordable upgrades to help struggling sleepers fall asleep faster
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Best box mattress 2024 – tried and tested for comfort and convenience
The best box mattress offers comfort and support in a neat little package – these are my favorites, ranked and reviewed by expert testers
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Mattress types explained: your expert guide to the best beds
Here are the pros and cons of all the major mattress types, according to mattress sellers, medical professionals and mattress testers
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These are the 15 best rugs to shop right now from Wayfair, Ruggable, Lulu & Georgia, and more
You can build a room around a rug. From runners to round rugs, statement pieces to subtle accents, these are my favorites
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These are the 9 bedroom essentials I can't sleep without − and they're all on sale
I shopped my linen closet to bring you the best bedding I've ever tested at the lowest prices you'll see this summer
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There's up to 60% off Pottery Barn Teen bedding – here's what you need for the perfect dorm room setup
Save on sheets, shams, quilts, comforters, and everything else you need to style your (or your kid's) dorm room in the Pottery Barn Teen bedding sales
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Is it good to sleep on latex mattresses? Sleep experts assess the benefits of a greener bed
I asked mattress makers and sleep experts what makes latex so special and whether it's really the best mattress material
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Best cooling mattress protectors 2024 − ranked and reviewed for sweat-free sleep
I've found the best cooling mattress protectors to help you sleep cool and stay fresh this summer
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Which bedding do luxury hotels use? Hoteliers share their secrets for a five-star bedspread
I asked top hoteliers and head housekeepers all about their sheets and shams, so that you can get that hotel look and feel at home
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Best cooling mattress 2024 – tested by hot sleepers, for hot sleepers
The best cooling mattress is essential for hot sleepers and summer nights − these are our favorites from Tempur, Saatva, Zinus, and more
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The viral 'Cloud Bed Recipe' promises fluffier sheets and comfier sleep – and it's super easy to recreate
Lifestyle blogger Anni Vanderbeek is sharing the secret to deeper sleep, and she's linked everything you'll need in her Amazon storefront
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