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Best pillows for side sleepers

Side sleeping is one of Australia's most popular sleep positions. But if you regularly wake up with a stiff neck, a sore shoulder, or that annoying pins-and-needles feeling in your arm, your pillow has let …
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How to choose the right pillow for you

The perfect pillow is a personal thing, and there are literally hundreds out there to choose from. So how do you decide? Ultimately, you want the pillow that feels right for you. Your sleep position, …
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Welcome to the sleep revolution: tech optimised for today's sleep

Pocket springs are a mattress classic for good reason. For over a century, the pocketspring’s durability, motion isolation and conformability have made it a reliable choice for …
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Sleep Length Myths: Is 7 Hours of Sleep Enough?

We’re used to being told that we need to get 8 hours sleep a night, but the science is far more nuanced. In this FAQ we’ll look at common sleep myths and find out why …
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Best Sleep Supplements

Best Sleep Supplements Summary: • Sleep supplements can help with specific sleep issues, but they are not a substitute for sleep hygiene and you should check medication interactions and health conditions first, with doctor advice emphasised.• …
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Fix your sleeping position, fix your sleep

Sleeping positions: which one’s right for you? You spend a third of your life with your bed, which is more time than you’ll spend with your significant other, your children, or your precious pets. It’s an …
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Spring Mattress FAQs: Are Pocket Spring Mattresses Good?

Spring mattresses have evolved significantly since their invention in 1871, leading to the current pocket spring, one of the most popular mattress technologies you’ll find today.  In this FAQ we answer common questions about pocket springs, …
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The Best Pillows for Neck Pain

Are you sick of waking up with neck pain that just won't go away? Discover why your pillow might be the cause, and get expert advice from SleepMaker on finding the best pillows for neck …
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10 reasons to make sleep health your priority

2025’s World Sleep Day theme is Make Sleep Health a Priority. Sleep health is a multidimensional pattern of sleep-wakefulness, adapted to individual, social, and environmental demands, that promotes physical and mental well-being. Good sleep health is …
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Fall back in love with your bed

Are you still in love with your bed? Does it still cradle you gently while you sleep, keep you comfortable through the night and support you properly so you wake up free from aches and …
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8 Simple Steps to Spring Clean Your Bedroom

As the gentle warmth of spring fills the air, it’s the perfect time to rejuvenate your living space. Let’s face it, we’ve all had corners and crevices in our bedrooms that have been overlooked throughout …
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Sleeping Naked vs. Sleeping in PJ's: Uncovering what Aussies wear in bed

Sleeping Naked vs. Sleeping in PJ’s Summary:   A 2018 survey by the Sleep Health Foundation found 8% of Australians sleep naked. Sleeping naked aids in temperature regulation, which helps during hot nights, while pajamas offer insulation during …
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The Rise in Popularity of Bed Rotting: Embracing the Art of Ultimate Relaxation 

Bed rotting – that sounds pretty horrific, so what is it? Bed rotting refers to the act of indulging in prolonged periods of rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation in the comfort of your own bed. In other …
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Best Pillows in Australia 2026

Do you sleep on your side? Or, on your back? Do you find yourself flipping your pillow to the cool side halfway through the night? Do you prefer sleeping on a cloud? Or do you …
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How to Clean a Mattress

How to Clean a Mattress Summary:   A significant portion of our lives is spent in bed, causing wear and accumulation of dust, mites, and stains on mattresses, leading to the need for regular cleaning to maintain …
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SleepMaker’s Australian Bedroom Trend Forecast 2023

Sometimes, in response to our way of life or current events, a design trend appears swiftly. Other times, the pendulum gently swings in the opposite direction, away from anything we’ve seen in bedroom styling for …
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Australian Spring Is Here: How to Spring Clean your Bedroom

The beginning of spring is the ideal time to clean all the corners and crevices you neglected throughout the rest of the year and to resume your regular cleaning schedule. Read on to see our …
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What Are Mattresses Made Out Of?

What Are Mattresses Made Out Of Summary: • Mattress comfort is important, and understanding materials helps you choose a better fit.• Mattresses can be single or multi-layer, and many foams are polyurethane-based• Memory foam (viscoelastic polyurethane) …
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2022 Australian Sleep Awareness Week Survey Results

Sleep Awareness Week is celebrated annually and gives everyone an opportunity to consider why sleep is so important for their body, mind and overall well-being.   At SleepMaker, we're continually educating Australians about sleep and how important …
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How to prepare for the end of daylight saving

  In this article, we’ll discuss why we have daylight saving in Australia and if shifting our clocks just one hour this April can have an impact on your sleep and wellbeing.   When does daylight …
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What to do when you get a new mattress

What to do when you get a new mattress summary:   New mattresses need time to contour to your body shape, with typical body impressions ranging from 25mm to 35mm; regular maintenance can extend their lifespan. Regular mattress …
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Are Australian Women Sleeping Well?

Sleep experts agree the average Australian adult needs seven to nine hours of sleep a night1.  At SleepMaker, we understand how essential sleep is for our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. And while we should …
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Why we struggle to sleep in winter

Why We Struggle to Sleep in Winter Summary:   Our circadian rhythms, which are influenced by natural light cues, regulate when we wake and sleep, prompting wakefulness with sunrise and rest with sunset. In winter, shorter days and …
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Teens and Sleep - How Much Sleep Do Teens Need?

Whether your teen is a student studying for exams or a young sports person with a strict training regime, sleep is an integral part of a teenager’s life. So, it’s only natural you may be wondering how …
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How Does Screen Time Affect Your Sleep?

We all know that going to bed and getting between 7-9 hours of sleep is an important part of daily life. We also know that going to bed and staring at a device, whether it’s …
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Sleep Awareness Week: The Importance of Sleep Health

This week is Sleep Awareness Week! Sleep Awareness Week is celebrated annually and gives everyone an opportunity to consider why sleep is so important for their body, mind and overall well-being.   How much better have you …
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5 Ways to Sleep Better in Summer

5 Ways to Sleep Better in Summer Summary • The Australian summer heat and humidity commonly disrupts sleep. A healthy body temperature sits around 36.5 to 37.5°C, and an ideal bedroom temperature is 18 to 21°C, …
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Make the most of your holidays with enough sleep

If there was ever a year when we all needed some time off, it’s 2020. Through all the lockdowns, ever-changing restrictions, home and office blending into one, daily Zoom meetings just to catch up with …
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Perfect plants for your bedroom

Perfect Plants for Your Bedroom Summary: • Bedroom plants can improve air quality naturally by helping remove common indoor chemicals and releasing oxygen, which can contribute to a fresher sleeping environment.• Many “air-purifying” options are low-maintenance …
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A bedroom for the senses

Smell the roses. Smell the coffee. Whatever it is that makes you happy.  The fragrance of your bedroom can affect your mood, sleep and ultimately your happiness. After all, no one wants to drift off to …
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When should I replace my bed?

When should I replace my bed Summary: • It's recommended to replace a bed every 8 to 10 years• Over time, mattresses pick up spills, stains and general grime from everyday use, so it's suggested you …
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The big move.

The big move away from home is a major life moment. Between the excitement of branching out, the fear of the unknown and sense of loss that often accompanies change the journey can be a …
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Which Pillow Partner are you?

Being in bed with a Sprawler is like a box of chocolates, you never know which side of the bed you’re going to get. Oh to be a Sprawler. Your bedroom isn’t so much a shrine …
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Hot in bed?

When summer is in full swing, our focus is on picnics, days lounging on the beach and tasty iced drinks. But hot weather has a downside side too. We’re talking about when intense heat and humidity …
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Ten easy tips to sleep better at night

Tossing and turning throughout the night or laying wide awake in bed for hours is a common struggle for many Australians. Sleep is so important to our well being and can make the difference between …
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How to Sleep better in winter

As the chill of winter sets in, finding ways to sleep comfortably through the cold nights becomes essential. The colder temperatures can make it challenging to get a good night’s sleep, but with the right …
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How exercise can help you sleep better

There’s nothing worse than feeling tired and drained throughout the day and then struggle to get to sleep at night. Did you know that working up a sweat during the day can have an impact on …
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Why a pillow can make or break your sleep quality

Are you constantly waking up with a stiff neck or having breathing problems while you sleep? The solution could be as simple as changing your pillow. The wrong pillow may worsen headaches, neck pain, shoulder and …
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Should Sleep be a New Year Resolution?

Should Sleep be a New Year Resolution?   It’s that time of year again – when we make a promise to ourselves that we’ll finally hit the gym, watch less television, lose weight, or spend more time …
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Are you having sleeping problems?

Do you ever get tired in the middle of the day?    Do you ever wake up with morning back pain?    Do you need an alarm clock to wake up?    Do you hit the snooze button …
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What to do when you get a new mattress
Sleep Tips
What to do when you get a new mattress
What to do when you get a new mattress summary:   New mattresses need time to contour to your body shape, with typical body impressions ranging from 25mm to 35mm; regular maintenance can extend their lifespan. Regular mattress …
Read more
Are Australian Women Sleeping Well?
Sleep Guide, Sleep Tips
Are Australian Women Sleeping Well?
Sleep experts agree the average Australian adult needs seven to nine hours of sleep a night1.  At SleepMaker, we understand how essential sleep is for our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. And while we should …
Read more
Why we struggle to sleep in winter
Sleep Tips
Why we struggle to sleep in winter
Why We Struggle to Sleep in Winter Summary:   Our circadian rhythms, which are influenced by natural light cues, regulate when we wake and sleep, prompting wakefulness with sunrise and rest with sunset. In winter, shorter days and …
Read more
Teens and Sleep - How Much Sleep Do Teens Need?
Sleep Tips
Teens and Sleep - How Much Sleep Do Teens Need?
Whether your teen is a student studying for exams or a young sports person with a strict training regime, sleep is an integral part of a teenager’s life. So, it’s only natural you may be wondering how …
Read more
How Does Screen Time Affect Your Sleep?
Sleep Guide, Sleep Tips
How Does Screen Time Affect Your Sleep?
We all know that going to bed and getting between 7-9 hours of sleep is an important part of daily life. We also know that going to bed and staring at a device, whether it’s …
Read more
Sleep Awareness Week: The Importance of Sleep Health
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Sleep Awareness Week: The Importance of Sleep Health
This week is Sleep Awareness Week! Sleep Awareness Week is celebrated annually and gives everyone an opportunity to consider why sleep is so important for their body, mind and overall well-being.   How much better have you …
Read more
5 Ways to Sleep Better in Summer
Sleep Guide, Sleep Tips
5 Ways to Sleep Better in Summer
5 Ways to Sleep Better in Summer Summary • The Australian summer heat and humidity commonly disrupts sleep. A healthy body temperature sits around 36.5 to 37.5°C, and an ideal bedroom temperature is 18 to 21°C, …
Read more
Make the most of your holidays with enough sleep
Sleep Guide, Sleep Tips
Make the most of your holidays with enough sleep
If there was ever a year when we all needed some time off, it’s 2020. Through all the lockdowns, ever-changing restrictions, home and office blending into one, daily Zoom meetings just to catch up with …
Read more
Perfect plants for your bedroom
Sleep Guide, Sleep Tips
Perfect plants for your bedroom
Perfect Plants for Your Bedroom Summary: • Bedroom plants can improve air quality naturally by helping remove common indoor chemicals and releasing oxygen, which can contribute to a fresher sleeping environment.• Many “air-purifying” options are low-maintenance …
Read more
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