January 2012
1 in 3 British homes 'too small for kids'
Published: 31st January 2012
British families are struggling to allow their children to sleep in separate rooms, with house prices resulting in many kids sharing, research shows.
Accent pieces help freshen interiors on a budget
Published: 31st January 2012
Accent pieces will be used by homeowners to keep their rooms looking fresh without breaking the bank, according to an interior design firm.
Does a good night's sleep improve your child's school performance?
Published: 30th January 2012
Good sleep patterns at toddler age could prove crucial for future school performance.
Video games 'depriving kids of sleep'
Published: 30th January 2012
Sleep deprivation is becoming a major problem among British teenagers who play video games regularly, according to a leading charity.
Sleep problems pose 'significant health risks'
Published: 27th January 2012
Sleep problems pose significant health risks, according to scientists.
Homeowners 'getting more adventurous' with wallpaper and lighting
Published: 26th January 2012
Contemporary wallpaper, lighting and bed linen are proving more popular among homeowners.
Daniel Radcliffe survives on 5hrs sleep per night
Published: 26th January 2012
Daniel Radcliffe is not one to get snuggled up comfortably between the bed sheets for too long, admitting he rarely gets more than five hours sleep per night.
Bedrooms will be 'bold and bright' in 2012
Published: 26th January 2012
Bedroom designs are expected to be bold and bright in 2012, according to a leading boutique design firm.
Cognitive therapy 'better than medicine' for sleep problems
Published: 25th January 2012
Cognitive therapy is a far more effective way of treating sleep problems than medication, according to a leading health expert.
Night hunger may be due to lack of sleep
Published: 24th January 2012
Appetite could be inextricably linked to lack of sleep, new research suggests.
Sleep 'critical' to daily function
Published: 23rd January 2012
Getting a good night's sleep is critical to your daily function, so investing in a good Egyptian cotton bed spread could have more consequences than just comfort.
Are bedroom renovations high on your agenda in 2012?
Published: 23rd January 2012
Consumers haven't been put off spending on their home in the economic downturn, with one interior designer seeing an increase in refurbishment requests.
Kids love to pick their own beds!
Published: 20th January 2012
Parents should get their children involved in picking their own beds. They'll often enjoy it and it can be a good learning process as well.
Women with sleep apnoea 'face cardiovascular problems'
Published: 19th January 2012
Sleep apnoea needs to be treated in women to avoid further health issues.
Hotel reports random findings in guest rooms
Published: 19th January 2012
Guests often leave strange items behind in their hotel rooms.
Going to sleep 'won't surpress' harrowing memories
Published: 18th January 2012
People shouldn't try and sleep on a problem, as matters could be made worse.
Bed sheets: buy the best you can afford
Published: 17th January 2012
Skimping on quality is not an option when it comes to choosing bed sheets.
Parents must avoid sleeping beside babies
Published: 16th January 2012
Research highlights the dangers posed by sleeping alongside a baby.
LED lighting to feature in the nation's homes?
Published: 13th January 2012
LED technology is starting to find favour with members of the public.
Beyonce told to 'get some sleep'
Published: 12th January 2012
Beyonce has been told by Jennifer Hudson to make sure she gets some sleep now her newborn is home.
Breast-fed infants more difficult to get to sleep?
Published: 11th January 2012
A study explores the differences between formula and breast-fed infants.
Make your bed a focal point of the room
Published: 11th January 2012
It is often impressive to make a bed the focal point of the entire bedroom, says an expert.
Hospitals putting patients at risk of sleep loss?
Published: 10th January 2012
Noise in hospitals could mean patients are not getting the rest they need.
Brits shunned New Year's Eve for time under their bedding
Published: 09th January 2012
Large numbers of people didn't celebrate New Year's Eve, but instead decided to catch up on some much needed sleep.
Technology takes its toll on bedroom design
Published: 09th January 2012
Homeowners constantly need to incorporate technology into their design choices.
Take allergies into account when choosing bedding
Published: 06th January 2012
People with allergies need to give them consideration when it comes to choosing new bedding.
Sleep 'essential' in youngsters with Type 1 diabetes
Published: 05th January 2012
A study finds that sleeplessness can have a detrimental effect on youngsters with Type 1 diabetes.
Children can benefit from an evening schedule
Published: 04th January 2012
Having a basic bedtime schedule will encourage kids to wind down.
US provides sleeping tips with birth certificates
Published: 04th January 2012
New parents in Monroe County are being given advice on how to ensure their babies sleep soundly.
Kids with a bedtime routine 'achieve more at school'
Published: 03rd January 2012
Having a bedtime routine can have a positive impact on achievement levels, research shows.
