Latest articles by Emilia Hitching
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What is the best mattress firmness? How to find your ideal fit and feel
I asked physical therapists and sleep scientists to talk me through the pros and cons of mattress firmness ratings for different sleep styles
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Best cooling comforter – 6 expert-assessed options for sweat-free sleep
Invest in a lightweight layer to keep you cool and dry as the weather warms up
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Best firm mattress – 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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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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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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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 2025 – tried and tested for every sleep position and budget
I've ranked and reviewed six of my favorites from Saatva, Tempur-Pedic, Helix, and more
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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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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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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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Missing the Yuletides of yesteryear? Magnolia's 2024 Holiday Collection oozes old-school charm
Whether you're shopping for vintage-inspired ornaments and stockings or ornate wreaths and garlands, you'll find them at Magnolia
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No one would guess you bought this Vera Wang bedding on Amazon
I'm a sleep writer and a sales hunter − I've spotted deep discounts on the best luxury bedding in the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sales
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These are the best places to buy Halloween decor – 5 spookily chic collections worth shouting about
Halloween wreaths and garlands, dining and kitchenware, throw pillows and blankets: these stores stock everything you'll need for the holiday season
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Trust me – head to Target for the largest and most affordable Christmas decor collection of 2024
I'm a shopping writer and a sales hunter – these are my favorite finds from Target's Wondershop, from festive wreaths to Christmas trees
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I tried the million-dollar Hästens mattress – but I can't stop dreaming about this $10,000 alternative
There's so much more to Hästens than the Grand Vividus − I took a trip to the luxury mattress factory in Köping, Sweden, to see for myself
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Mattress pad vs mattress topper – what's the difference and which do you need?
Here's everything you need to know about mattress pads vs mattress toppers, from how they feel to who they suit and what they cost
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I tested the Bear Natural Mattress − now, I can't wait to go to bed
I sampled the Bear Natural Mattress back in April before I called it home for long-term testing − breathable and bouncy, it's worth the wait
