How Did People Keep Warm in Bed Before Central Heating?
Warming pans, box beds, nightcaps and shared beds: the true story of how people kept warm in bed before central heating, and what it means for you.
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Should You Sleep With Socks On? A UK Winter Guide
Should you sleep with socks on? For most people it is fine and may help you fall asleep faster. See what a bed socks study found, the best socks to wear and who should speak to a…
How Often Should You Replace Your Pillow? A UK Guide
How often should you replace your pillow? Most need replacing every 1 to 3 years. See how long each pillow type lasts, the simple fold test, and what to do with old pillows in…
Can You Sleep With an Electric Blanket On? UK Safety Guide
Can you sleep with an electric blanket on all night? Only if it is made for it. Here is what UK fire services say, who should avoid one, and how to warm your bed safely for…
The Night Snow Train: A Winter Bedtime Story for Adults
A calm, original winter bedtime story for adults. Board a warm night train through snowy hills, listen to the gentle rhythm of the wheels and let yourself drift off to sleep.
Why Am I So Tired in Winter? A Simple UK Guide
Feeling tired in winter is common. Less daylight can shift your body clock and affect melatonin and serotonin. Here is why it happens, NHS-backed tips that help, and when to see…
How to Sleep With a Blocked Nose: A Simple UK Guide
How to sleep with a blocked nose: raise your head, rinse with salt water, keep your bedroom cool and skip the bowl of hot water. Here is what the evidence says and when to see a…
How Often Should You Wash Your Bed Sheets? A UK Guide
How often should you wash your bed sheets? Most people should wash sheets and pillowcases weekly at 60°C where the label allows. Here is what builds up in bedding, how UK habits…
Did People Used to Sleep Twice a Night? The True Story of First and Second Sleep
Did people used to sleep twice a night? Many in pre-industrial Europe had a "first sleep" and a "second sleep". Here is the true story, what the critics say, and what it means…