Sleep
Can a Full Moon Really Mess With My Sleep, Scientifically Speaking?
It turns out, it’s not just superstition or spiritual powers at play.
By Erica Sloan
Shopping
Some of Our Fave Bedding Brands Are Already On Sale for Labor Day
Brooklinen, Leesa, Cozy Earth, and more are up to 50% off.
By Alexis Berger
How to Get Better Sleep If You Run Hot at Night
Stop sweating through your sheets and pillows once and for all.
By Mara Santilli
The Truth About Popular Sleep Supplements, From Magnesium to Melatonin
Everyone is so, so tired—but popping a pill or sipping a glass of wine at bedtime might do more harm than good.
By Ali Finney
3 Things to Do If You Can’t Resist Your Stupid Little Phone Before Bed
Might we suggest putting a rubber band around it?
By Julia Ries
Upgrade Your Bedroom
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The Very Best Mattresses for All Types of Sleepers
Editor-approved options for side snoozers, night sweaters, and…everyone else.By Shannon Ullman - Health
Looking for the Best Mattress for Side Sleepers? Rest Easy With Our Picks
They've been rigorously tested for pain-free snoozing.By Nicole Gleichmann and Jasmine Lynn Seales The Best Duvets for Your Coziest, Comfiest Bed
We found dreamy options for folks who sweat—and ones who freeze.10 slidesBy Sarah Madaus and Jessica KasparianThe Best Cooling Pajamas for Hot Sleepers
Breathable sets, slips, and shirts that won’t leave you drenched in sweat.9 slidesBy Elizabeth Djinis and Jessica Kasparian12 Comforters That’ll Make Your Nights and Naps Extra Cozy
These are going to make it even harder for you to get out of bed in the morning.12 slidesBy Sarah Madaus and Jessica Kasparian
9 Really Great Budget-Friendly Mattresses
Including the best options for back pain, hot sleepers, and other common bedtime woes.
By Renee Cherry
The Best Mattresses for Every Type of Stomach Sleeper
Bonus: Most are on sale for Labor Day Weekend.
By Megan Falk, CPT
22 Labor Day Mattress Deals You Don't Want to Sleep On
Get up to 50% off our time-tested favorites.
By Alexis Berger
The Best Blue Light Glasses That’ll Give Your Eyes the Break They Deserve
Experts say they can help ease annoying effects from too much screen time.
By Sara Coughlin
The Best Cooling Bedding to Help Hot Sleepers Chill Out
Finally stop sweating your butt off at night.
By Jessica Kasparian
11 Bed-in-a-Box Mattresses That Deliver a Great Night’s Sleep
Good things come in small(er) packages.
By Kells McPhillips
SELF Daily
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The Best Mattresses for Your Achey, Breaky Back
Experts and testers name their top picks for pressure-relieving beds.
By Kells McPhillips
Living dead
3 Things to Do When You’re So, So Tired But Sleeping More Isn’t an Option
When life gets in the way of regular rest, these tips can give you a little bit of juice.
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T.
10 Expert-Approved Memory Foam Mattresses to Help You Sink Into Sleep
Say goodnight to morning body stiffness thanks to these pressure-relieving beds.
By Korin Miller
11 Blackout Curtains That’ll Turn Your Bedroom Into a Sleep Sanctuary
Embrace the darkness.
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By Kristin Canning
These 18 Sheet Sets on Amazon Are a Dream Come True
A great night's sleep starts with the right bedding.
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By Nikhita Mahtani and Sarah Felbin
The Best Silk Pillowcases for Smoother Skin and Hair
Top-selling, editor-approved options for boosting your beauty rest.
By Malia Griggs and Sara Coughlin
What It’s Really Like to Sleep in the Olympic Village, According to the Actual Athletes
Yes, cardboard beds are a thing. So are parties.
By Cindy Kuzma
The Best Mattresses on Amazon in 2024
We've got expert-approved recs for every type of sleeper.
By Jasmine Lynn Seales and Nicole Gleichmann
How to Get Better Sleep If You Have ADHD, According to Therapists Who Also Have ADHD
It’s about adjusting your habits to fit your brain—not the other way around.
By Erica Sloan
Exercise Might Be the Natural Sleep Aid You’re Seriously Overlooking
There’s no one “right” way to do it, either.
By Cindy Kuzma
3 Simple Ways to Make Daylight Saving Time Feel Less Awful
Everybody gird your loins: We’re losing an hour of sleep on Sunday.
By Korin Miller
I’m a Sleep Specialist. Here’s the Bedtime Habit I Swear By for Better Rest
“We often think of falling asleep as turning off a light, but it’s more like going down a ramp.”
By Korin Miller
How to Keep Psoriatic Arthritis Symptoms From Wrecking Your Sleep
Don’t just continue to toss and turn—there are ways to break the pain-stress-fatigue cycle.
By Julia Ries
How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep When You Have Chronic Back Pain
Here’s what pain specialists say they’d do if they were you.
By Ashley Abramson