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Joanne Chen is a former senior staff writer reporting on sleep and other lifestyle topics. Previously, she covered health and wellness as a magazine editor. After an assignment forced her to sleep eight hours a day for a month, she realized that she is, in fact, a smarter, nicer person when she isn’t sleep-deprived.

Latest articles

  • our six sunrise alarm test models lined up in a row side-by-side

    The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock

    by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou

    We’ve tested over a dozen sunrise alarm clocks to find those with bright lights, soothing dawn and dusk simulations, and sleek designs.

  • A person sleeping on their side while resting on one of our picks for the best mattresses for side sleepers.

    The Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers

    by Caira Blackwell and Joanne Chen

    If you regularly sleep on your side, you’ll likely want a cushy mattress that aligns your spine and offers good support. These are our favorites.

  • A person wearing black boots, shirt, and leggings sits at the edge of the WinkBed innerspring mattress. A light wood nightstand and bookshelf are visible at the edges of the image.

    The Best Mattresses for 2024

    by Joanne Chen and Caira Blackwell

    The perfect mattress is highly individual. We’ve researched and tested dozens of mattresses, in a range of prices, to help you find your best night’s sleep.

  • A person sleeping on their side while using two white pillows and a comforter.

    The Best Mattresses for Back Pain

    by Joanne Chen

    There is no actual “best” mattress for back-pain sufferers, though one that feels medium-firm to you is likely to be the best choice. We have six to recommend.