Sleep Guide

Sleep Science

Which chronotype are you?

Discover your chronotype - bear, wolf, lion, or dolphin - based on your natural sleep-wake patterns, and learn how your internal clock affects your productivity and rest.

Sleep Science

12 sleep habits in the animal world

From two-hour power napping elephants to upside-down sleeping bats and hand-holding sea otters, discover 12 fascinating and unique ways animals sleep across the animal kingdom.

Mattress, Sleep Technology

Is a spring mattress or foam mattress better for me?

Spring mattresses offer durable support and breathability, while memory foam provides pressure-relieving contouring and motion isolation; choose based on your sleep preferences, temperature needs, and body type.

Bedding, Pillow

The power of natural NZ wool

Taupo wool offers natural temperature regulation, moisture wicking, hypoallergenic properties, and durability, making it an eco-friendly choice for wool pillows.

Mattress, Sleep Technology

Spring mattress FAQs: Are pocket spring mattresses good?

Pocket spring mattresses offer independent contouring, breathability, and motion isolation; learn how they work, their benefits, and how to choose the right one for your sleep needs.

Children & Sleep, Mattress

Giving your children the best chance at a healthy sleep

Growing children need healthy, supportive mattresses designed for their developing bodies; consider upgrading from a single to a long single, king single, or double as they grow.

Bedding, Mattress, Sleepyhead

Generations of kiwi comfort: pioneering sustainable sleep

For nearly 90 years, family-owned Sleepyhead has led New Zealand's bedding industry with locally made mattresses, sustainable manufacturing, and four generations of comfort innovation.

Bedroom, Mattress, Sleep Health

Spring into cleaning with a fuss-free bedroom refresh

From decluttering and vacuuming to deep-cleaning your mattress and curtains, follow this complete spring cleaning guide to refresh your bedroom for the warmer months.

Mattress

How to reduce body contouring in your mattress

Body contouring in mattresses is normal and shows your comfort layers are settling; reduce uneven impressions by rotating regularly, using the whole mattress surface, and adding a topper.

Bases & Headboards, Mattress

Best bed bases in New Zealand 2026

From traditional platform bases to storage-friendly drawers, trundlers, luxury designs, and adjustable bases, find the best bed base in New Zealand for your needs in 2026.

Bedding, Mattress, Sleep Health, Sleep Science

Is your sleeping position sabotaging your sleep?

From side and back sleeping to stomach and combination positions, discover which sleep posture works best for your body, pain points, and health needs.

Back Care, Pillow, Sleep Health

Best pillows for side sleepers: the complete guide

Side sleepers need a medium-firm, higher-loft pillow to fill the gap between neck and mattress; memory foam, latex, and contoured designs offer spinal alignment and relief from neck and shoulder...

Back Care, Sleep Health

Best sleep positions for back pain

Back sleeping with knee support or side sleeping with a pillow between the knees can reduce back pain, while stomach sleeping often aggravates symptoms; choose a supportive mattress and proper...