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Amelia Jerden

Sleep Writer, the Strategist

Amelia is the Strategist’s sleep writer, covering mattresses, pillows, and other stuff you need to sleep better. She has been writing about sleep products since 2021, previously as a staff writer for Sleepopolis.

  1. mattresses
    The 7 Very Best Plush Mattress ToppersTo add a layer of cushioning and comfort to any mattress that could use a li’l boost.
  2. gifts
    60 Actually Good White-Elephant GiftsBecause no one wants another regifted candle.
  3. pillows
    The 13 Very Best Bed PillowsWith comfortable options for every conceivable type of sleeper.
  4. pillows
    The 7 Very Best Cooling PillowsIncluding latex, silk, and even surprisingly cool memory-foam options.
  5. furniture
    The 8 Very Best Adjustable Bed BasesThese zero-gravity adjustable bed bases give you that weightless feeling you didn’t know you were missing.
  6. home
    How to Host Overnight Guests When You Don’t Have a Guest RoomMake your friends and family feel welcome and comfortable, even if you live in a one-bedroom apartment.
  7. mattresses
    The 11 Very Best Mattress ToppersTo turn your too-firm or too-soft mattress into one that is just right.
  8. mattresses
    The 7 Very Best Cooling Mattress ToppersTo make your mattress more comfortable without making you sweat.
  9. decor
    The Highly Giftable Blanket That Anthro Employees Fight Over Is 50 Percent OffAnd it comes in a rainbow of colors, from beige to fuchsia.
  10. gifts
    76 Toys That Spin, Squish, Pop, and Crash (and Other Sensory Delights)From farting putty to crash pads.
  11. gifts
    58 Workhorse Toys That Will Grow With the KidsThen pass them down to siblings or cousins.
  12. pillows
    The 7 Very Best Down PillowsIf you like your pillows soft and fluffy, down is the way to go.
  13. pillows
    The 13 Very Best Pillows for Neck PainFrom contoured memory foam to supportive shredded latex.
  14. pillows
    The 9 Very Best Pillows for Side SleepersIncluding latex, down, down alternative, and memory foam.
  15. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Charli XCX FansFor all the gay sons and thot daughters.
  16. pillows
    The 7 Very Best Memory-Foam PillowsMemory-foam pillows that feel like a hug for your head.
  17. mattresses
    The 7 Very Best Air MattressesAir mattresses your guests will be happy to sleep on.
  18. bedding
    The 10 Very Best Mattress ProtectorsBecause your mattress isn’t washing-machine-friendly.
  19. mattresses
    The 7 Very Best Box SpringsA good box spring should do a few things: provide support for your mattress, improve airflow, and raise your bed to a more comfortable height.
  20. pillows
    The 12 Very Best Body PillowsTo cushion your joints, align your spine, and give you something to hug.
  21. cyber monday
    30 Things on Sale for Cyber Monday at the Lowest Prices We’ve SeenIncluding the latest AirPods Pro, a Parachute mattress, and Away luggage.
  22. cyber monday
    The Best Walmart Cyber Monday DealsWe found AirPods, Dyson vacuums, beauty products, outdoors stuff, and toys on sale.
  23. cyber monday
    The Best Cyber Monday Mattress Deals, According to Our Sleep WriterIncluding an all-time low on Parachute’s innerspring mattress and a few Strategist-exclusive sales.
  24. black friday
    28 Things on Sale for Black Friday at the Lowest Prices We’ve SeenIncluding the latest AirPods Pro, a Parachute mattress, and Away luggage.
  25. black friday
    The Best Walmart Black Friday DealsWe found AirPods, Dyson vacuums, beauty products, and toys on sale.
  26. mattresses
    The Very Best Mattresses, As Tested by Strategist EditorsOur staff slept on each of these for at least one week.
  27. headphones
    Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 Are the Cheapest We’ve Ever Seen ThemIf you or someone on your gift list has been wanting the AirPods Pro 2s, now is the moment.
  28. pillows
    The 9 Very Best Latex PillowsMeet memory foam’s cooler, springier sister.
  29. sleep gear
    The 8 Very Best Sound Machines“It’s the white-noise machine that has kept our marriage intact.”
  30. sleep gear
    The 9 Best Earplugs for SleepingFrom disposable foam to Bluetooth earbuds for a bedtime story.
  31. pillows
    The 10 Very Best Pillows for Back SleepersProper posture is everything — even when you’re sleeping.
  32. pillows
    The 5 Best Pillows for Stomach SleepersPillows that will keep your neck from straining more than it has to.
  33. pillows
    Our Favorite Pillow Is 25 Percent Off for Strategist ReadersBecause it’s adjustable, it works for many types of sleepers.
  34. pillows
    The 5 Best Down-Alternative PillowsIt’s like down without the actual down.
  35. prime day
    9 Prime Day Deals That Are Better on Day TwoIt’s like a reward for waiting.
  36. mattresses
    Does Anyone Actually Need a Box Spring Anymore?And what’s the difference between a box spring and a mattress foundation?
  37. strategist brain
    On My Mind: Greek Mattresses and Snoopy DoormatsWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  38. sleep
    What’s the Least You Can Spend on a Good Bed? (Frame and Mattress Included)Including where to splurge and where to save.
  39. celebrity shopping
    What Remi Wolf Can’t Live Without“It makes me feel like I’m fitted up without really being all that fitted up.”
  40. mattresses
    Mattress Jargon, DemystifiedFrom all-foam to zoned support: A straightforward guide to all the newfangled mattress types, terms, and materials.
  41. mattresses
    This $2,500 Mattress Pad Is Like a Snoo for AdultsCan the temperature-controlled, AI-powered Eight Sleep really help you sleep better?
  42. mattresses
    The Best Labor Day Mattress SalesWhere there’s a holiday weekend, there’s a mattress sale.
  43. celebrity shopping
    What Orville Peck Can’t Live Without“When I’m not wearing cowboy boots, I want to be in the most comfortable shoes possible.”
  44. pillows
    Fix Your Tech Neck for $43Or at least give your neck a li’l extra support.
  45. mattresses
    The Best Mattresses for Back PainSupport is the name of the game.
  46. amazon prime day 2024
    The 60 Best Prime Day Sleep Deals, According to Our Sleep WriterIncluding Casper mattresses, Tempur-Pedic pillows, and some Strategist-approved sound machines.
  47. amazon prime day 2024
    I Test Mattresses — These Are the Five to Buy on Prime DayThese are the best Prime Day deals on mattresses I’ve found, including ones from Casper, Tuft & Needle, and Leesa for under $1,000.
  48. pillows
    Our Favorite Cheap Pillows Are Even Cheaper TodayAt under $35 for a two-pack, you can buy a few beds’ worth.
  49. strategist round table
    Some Sweaty Strategist Writers on How to Survive the HeatOn the occasion of this horrifically hot summer, here’s how they are dealing with the dampness.
  50. the strategist 100
    The Strategist Sleep 100A sweeping sleeping guide to getting a good night’s rest.
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