Actionable, Science-backed Sleep Advice
OptimumSleep is committed to helping people experience healthy sleep for life.
We aim to raise awareness of the importance of sleep to our overall health and provide actionable advice and tips that anyone can use to achieve better sleep.
We aim to be your trusted source for everything to do with sleep. This is why we donât do opinions â our educational guides are science-backed and expert-reviewed.
We take the dry language of science and turn it into digestible takeaways that anybody can understand and use.
The importance of sleep in our everyday lives should not be overlooked. It affects us in all areas â our physical and mental performance, work, home life, and even our relationships.
Thatâs why we aim to not only educate but also provide practical, actionable advice that everybody, no matter their age, can follow. We stay on the cutting edge of sleep research to keep you up-to-date.
You can find out more about OptimumSleep and our mission on our About page.
Sleep Hygiene Guides
Sleep hygiene encompasses the habits, routines, and sleep environment we create for good sleep. They say our habits define us â find out the habits that lead to healthy sleep with our sleep hygiene guides.
How Much Sleep Do You Need For Your Age?
Find out how much sleep you should be getting for your age â and the signs youâre not getting enough sleep. Read More â
A Parentâs Guide to Childrenâs Sleep
Our parentâs guide covers everything you need to know about childrenâs sleep needs and disorders. Read More â
Whatâs the Best Temperature for Sleep?
Discover what science says is the ideal temperature for sleeping and how to maintain an optimal sleep environment. Read More â
Sleep Health Guides
Our sleep can have a huge impact on our health and vice versa. Our guides are full of practical advice for maintaining physical and mental health through great sleep.
Stages of Sleep: A Guide to NREM, Deep, & REM Sleep Cycles
Understand the sleep cycle, circadian rhythm, and what happens inside your brain while youâre asleep. Read More â
What Is Circadian Rhythm? (And How Does It Affect Sleep?)
What drives us to sleep and wake up when we do? An explainer on how our internal circadian rhythm drive sleep. Read More â
9 Ways Lack of Sleep Is Preventing You From Losing Weight
If you're not getting enough sleep, it could mess up your weight loss plans. Understand how in this article. Read More â
Sleep Guides for the Family
Our sleep needs, and the way we sleep, change with age. From advice for parents of babies to advice for carers of seniors, our sleep guides have every life stage covered.
How Much Sleep Do You Need For Your Age?
Find out how much sleep you should be getting for your age â and the signs youâre not getting enough sleep. Read More â
A Parentâs Guide to Childrenâs Sleep
Our parentâs guide covers everything you need to know about childrenâs sleep needs and disorders. Read More â
Aging and Sleep: Safe Sleeping Guide for Seniors and Caregivers
Learn how our sleep changes as we age and what should seniors and their families do to promote healthy sleep. Read More â
Mattress Education Guides
Whether itâs time to choose a new mattress and youâre not sure how, or maybe youâd like to know how to extend the life of your mattress, our mattress guides cover the A to Z.
How Often Should You Replace Your Mattress? (And The 9 Signs To Look For)
Discover the average life expectancy of different mattress types â and the 9 telltale signs to watch for! Read More â
The Mattress Firmness Scale Explained: How to Choose the Right Firmness Level?
Firmness is the biggest determinant of comfort. Ensure you pick the right firmness level with our tip-packed guide. Read More â
Mattress Reviews
Get an honest and comprehensive look at how individual mattress models perform under the pressure of professional multi-point testing.
