Emilia Hitching
Emilia is our resident sleep writer. She spends her days tracking down the lowest prices on the best mattresses and bedding and spends her nights testing them out from the comfort of her own home. Emilia leads a team of testers across America to find the best mattress for every sleep style, body type, and budget.
Emilia's quest to learn how to sleep better takes her all around the world, from the 3Z mattress factory in Glendale, Arizona to the Hästens headquarters in Köping, Sweden. She's interviewed luxury bedding designers at Shleep and Pure Parima, as well as the Design Manager at IKEA. Before she joined Homes & Gardens, Emilia studied English at the University of Oxford.
Latest articles by Emilia Hitching
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These are the 12 products to buy if you hate making the bed but want it to look luxurious at all times
Make your bed in moments with effortless bedding, ranging from anti-wrinkle sheets to adjustable pillows
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I'm an anxious sleeper, and the Luxome Weighted Blanket has been a hero product for helping me relax before bed
The Luxome Weighted Blanket strikes a careful balance between comfort and pressure to soothe your body without dragging you down
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I can't get over how soft and stylish the Brooklinen Super-Plush Bath Towels are – but there is one pitfall
The Brooklinen Super-Plush Bath Towels are super-stylish and super-absorbent, though they take a super long time to dry
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Brooklinen Down Pillow review − soft and supportive but a little oversized
When I tested the Brooklinen Down Pillow, I found a great fit for front, back, and side sleepers, though I struggled to squeeze it inside my pillowcase
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The Marlow Pillow review – adjustable comfort at the pull of a zipper
Made for front, back, and side sleepers, the Marlow Pillow offers custom comfort with their ingenious, intuitive design
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Gozney Dome S1 review – perfect for pizza parties
When I tested the Gozney Dome S1, I found an impeccable pizza oven that also makes a mean roast chicken
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Best affordable mattress – tested beds to suit your budget
The best affordable mattresses balance comfort and cost so that you can get a good night's sleep for less
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Best bedding deals March 2025 – deep deals on your sleep essentials
Our experts have curated the very best bedding deals on offer from cozy comforters and crisp sheets to sink-in mattress toppers
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Best bed sheets – tested by experts for months
These are the best bed sheets, tried and tested for better sleep. With the best bamboo, cotton, linen and organic sheets, you can have your best sleep yet
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Proscenic T31 Air Fryer review – masterful for meats, average for everything else
When I put the Proscenic T31 Air Fryer through its paces in our test kitchen, I found that it overcooks and overpromises
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Comforter buying rules – 5 things you need to know before you buy on Presidents' Day
You could pick up a comforter at a cut price in the Presidents' Day sales. Here's what you need to know before you buy
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Pillow buying rules – 5 things you need to know before the Presidents' Day sales
With these pillow buying rules, you'll find pillows for pennies. From fill to feel, here's everything you need to know before you buy
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KitchenAid Color of the Year 2024 just dropped, and it's a complete departure from last year's hue
The KitchenAid Color of the Year 2024 is a soft, cool blue to complement every kitchen color palette. Here's the lowdown on Blue Salt
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The Always Pan 2.0 review – a jack of all trades and master of none
Sure, the best-selling Always Pan 2.0 can sizzle, simmer, and sear, but it's no better than my budget skillet
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How heavy should my weighted blanket be? Sleep experts weigh in
The right weighted blanket should hit that sweet spot between plush comfort and gentle pressure − I asked bedding designers where it is
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Aarke Electric Kettle review − boiling water just got hotter
The Aarke Electric Kettle offers the ideal balance of form and function, incorporating thermoregulating technology into a sleek design
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Ninja Speedi Rapid Cooker and Air Fryer review – delicious meals in minutes
The Ninja Speedi Rapid Cooker and Air Fryer lives up to the hype. This air fryer is quick, capacious, and even cooks rice and slow cooks
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What does an air purifier do? HVAC experts offer insights
A premium air purifier can capture dust, dander, particles, and pathogens to help you breathe healthier air at home
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Ninja Foodi FlexBasket Air Fryer − quick, capacious, overcooks
You could roast a whole chicken or bake a bread loaf in the Ninja Foodi FlexBasket Air Fryer, though you might just dry them out
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Should I let my dog sleep in my bed? Specialists offer expert insights
Sharing a bed with your dog could strengthen your bond, but it's sure to litter your sheets with dirt and dander. I asked animal experts whether it's worth it
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Proscenic T22 Air Fryer review – quick, capacious, struggles with soft produce
The Proscenic T22 Air Fryer is a quick and quiet cooker that makes light work of carbs and protein but struggles with veg
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Cosori Pro LE 5-Qt Air Fryer review − almost too powerful for its own good
The Cosori Pro LE 5-Qt Air Fryer works quickly and quietly to fry your food, though it errs on the side of overcooking
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Maatila Whipped Cream Bed Sheet, Pillow Case and Comforter review − plush comfort all the way from Korea
Maatila makes squishy comforters and silky-smooth pillowcases, though their bed sheets leave a little to be desired
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Do air fryers need to pre-heat? Appliance aficionados offer expert insights
Follow these professional instructions on how best to pre-heat your air fryer for crispier, crunchier food in a fraction of the time
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