Women’s Health 2021 Healthy Sleep Awards

Enter: The Amazon bestseller for side, back, and stomach sleepers (we see those 70,000 five-star reviews!). Consider this the universally loved must-have for your guest room.

It takes one night with this plush, yet supportive, softie to know how it got its name. Sleep experts at the company helped craft the design, which features a hypoallergenic, cooling eucalyptus shell to help sniffly (or snoring!) sleepers breathe easy.  

Supportive, organic latex meets buoyant, plush cotton for a body pillow that'll seriously raise the bar for (or replace) the human cuddles in your life.

Meet the bolster of the future. This brand lets you customize to your specific body-position needs—WH e-commerce editor Neha Tandon credits hers with nixing her tech neck.

This therapeutic treat for your neck dips at its base to literally cradle your head in to a high-support slumber. Designed to align the head, neck, and shoulders, it can even improve your posture over time.

Firm memory foam technology in this pillow form-fits to the unique contours of your body. The thick, high-support pillow won’t budge if you tend to toss and turn throughout the night, too.

The ergonomic shape of this hypoallergenic pillow is actually stuffed with tiny cooling gel particles—so each side of the pillow is the cool side. 

Leave neck and back pain behind with this pillow ergonomoically designed to keep the spine stable no matter how much you might toss and turn as a stomach sleeper.

Navya Mysore, MD, a primary care physician with One Medical, loves that you can remove the filling to get the pad to your perfect level of firmness. 

As a side sleeper, clinical psychologist Nicole Moshfegh, PsyD, loves the way this pillow helps to reduce pressure off her shoulder, keeping her neck and spine in alignment. "It also comes with a removable, machine-washable pillowcase, which is helpful for those who are allergy-prone." 

If there were such thing as a Sisterhood of the Traveling Mattress, this quiet, noise-proof option would star. Tandon has recommended it to at least 10 friends, and they’re all obsessed with how perfectly firm, yet still cushiony, it is. “The fact that it’s fully PETA-certified is just a happy bonus,” she adds.

Ever heard of a high-tech mattress pad? This one will blow your mind. You can adjust the temperature on a timer to make sure it stays cool on hot summer nights (or toasty during cold winters). It even tracks heart rate overnight and wakes you up with a gentle vibration. Whoa.

Got buyer's remorse about a bad mattress purchase? This memory foam mattress pad is beloved by thousands of happy sleepers who felt the same. It’s just a couple of inches thick, but it will totally transform the feel of your bed.

Say goodbye to sweat-soaked Zs overnight—literally. The seven inches of dense memory foam are topped with three inches of ultra-cooling gel and green tea for a new-mattress feel for as long as you use it. 

Not only is this Amazon’s best-selling mattress, it’s noted by almost every reviewer for being a back pain savior. 

Side sleepers swear by the plush comfort and firm support of this memory foam-innerspring hybrid mattress. You can customize it to be eight, 10, or 12 inches thick depending on your preference of support, too. 

Not to be dramatic, but this mattress from the future could possibly be the key to a successful relationship. The auto-regulating temperature can be adjusted by each side separately—no more arguing over the temperature over night.

The 13 inches of enhanced memory foam in this winner actually cradle your body for the best sleep you’ve had since you were a baby.

WH editorial assistant Madeline Howard didn't get the hype around these cult-favorite ergonomic mattresses—until she tried one. “Since getting one, I've convinced everyone I know to get one when they need a new mattress, and I've received nothing but good feedback.”

A money-saving, soreness-soothing pad? So in. “Made with unbleached cotton and no flame retardants, this mattress is amazing. It is surprisingly affordable and has been helpful for my neck pain,” Dr. Mysore says. 

Here’s a clock that will finally boot your smartphone out of the bedroom. It lulls you to sleep with sound baths and guided meditations—then wakes you to the soothing sound of birds chirping.

Drop some lavender essential oil (which has been touted as an excellent natural remedy for insomnia and improved sleep quality, possibly due to the way it calms the nervous system) in this diffuser while you wind down. The design also looks ah-mazing.

Light sleepers and people with loud roommates swear by this noise machine. It’s easy to use, and has a diverse range of nature, white noise, and even lullaby sound options.

These uber-comfortable earbuds don't connect to your tech, but the noise-canceling technology they're made with will give you the quietest, calmest snooze of your life whether you're on a cramped international flight or at home with your snoring partner.

Don't be fooled by the small size of this sleek device—the portable humidifier has the power to transform your sleep space in to a luxe spa overnight. Reviewers swear by the light mist coming out of it for waking up to hydrated, glowy skin.

It may seem counterintuitive to wear a high-tech item on your wrist to sleep, but this watch will conveniently put your phone on Do Not Disturb at your set bedtime then wakes you up via a subtle wrist vibration. 

If you're a fan of data, you'll love that WH audience engagement manager Amanda Lucci uses this app to collect some serious sleep stats. "Before I go to sleep, I use this to record how I felt and what I did that day—if I felt tired, worked out, had my period, etc," she says. "This tracks how that affects my sleep quality.”

After using it for five years, WH associate editor Aryelle Siclait doesn’t fall asleep anywhere without this. “It’s the size of my hand, but the white noise can even cut through thunderstorms.” 

Created by sleep specialists, this digital cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) app is a great program for those who have tough nights but don’t necessarily need personalized aid from a pro, says Moshfegh. 

Let's face it, you get better sleep when your little ones do. For all the mamas out there: Dr. Mysore swears by the ease of this baby sound machine for her 18 month-old son. "I just press one button and there’s a night light, various sounds including lullabies, and one that’s just plain white noise that has worked for him since he was born.”

“I like this comforter for the cooler months,” says Moshfegh, who recommends the environmentally friendly buy for anyone who gets cold at night.

A set above the rest: The raw silk cores are dust mite–resistant, which is great for the allergy-prone, says Moshfegh.

These are likely the kind of velvety layers the Royal Fam sleeps on. They feel like silk but boast breezy bamboo.

Beauty sleep a priority? Silk pillowcases like this one won't trap bacteria the same way cotton pillowcases do, and they also help reduce frizz or breakage when it comes to your hair.

Mimic the serotonin release you get from hugs with a quality heavy throw. It helps reduce anxiety and promotes sleep. 

If you occasionally leave a sweat stain on your bed (it happens to all of us!), this is for you! Happy customers are obsessed with the cooling nature of these sheets. Made with 100 percent breathable cotton, they’re fade resistant to maintain their original bold color for years to come. 

Made with satin-like microfiber, reviewers love how luxurious these feel on their face and hair as they fall asleep. You would never know they’re under $10. 

Consider this the ultimate security blanket. Thousands of happy customers have fallen in love with this radiation-safe heated blanket—perfect for a cuddle sesh on a cold night.

These fun, printed sheets do more than just look pretty in your sleep space—the cozy flannel is an essential for any cold sleeper.

Get that beach house feel year-round with these lightweight linen sheets. Reviewers with allergies swear by the soft hemp fabric for the best sleep of their lives.

Minimize blue-light exposure by donning these cute specs and you’ll reduce cortisol levels, notes Dr. Mysore. In turn, you’ll maintain your calm and sleep easier. “I really like using a pair during the day,” she says.

Sustainably made with organic cotton and recycled bottles, this outfit looks super chic but feels like a wearable blanket. Cuddle up in it before crawling into bed.

Can we get real for a moment? Nothing ruins a good night like an uncomfortable wedgie—but these high-stretch briefs basically feel like you’re going commando. Freedom!

Nothing compares to the liberation of going braless. But if you want something minimal and sweat-wicking on hot summer nights, this bra top is one of the softest, comfiest things you'll own. It’s technically a yoga top, so it'll seamlessly transition into your sunrise Vinyasas, too.

Hey, some need a blackout shade directly for the eyeballs. The stretchy silk band ensures you don’t wake up with dents in your hair but holds tight enough so it won’t fall off when you shift positions. 

The lavender, jasmine, and chamomile notes of this candle smell just like your favorite yoga studio, and lighting it in your home will give your bedroom serious Savasana vibes.

“Not only is this dreamy nightie airy enough to wear under the sheets, but it’s also really cute around the house at all times.” —Josey Murray, WH editorial fellow

Ever the fashionista, Siclait says these are the prettiest and airiest PJs. “They’re the most breathable I have—a must, since I’m a toasty sleeper.”

Calling p.m. perspiration nation! “When I was postpartum, I got bad night sweats,” says Mysore. “I swore by these moisture-wicking leggings. I’m a sucker for the soft fabric.”

Moshfegh is “always” recommending these to patients—thanks to their soft, barely there feel. “A great choice if you’re sleeping in a place where there’s a lot of noise,” she adds.