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At some point in our lives, most of us have experienced a bad night's sleep due to worrying about something. Lying in bed and feeling anxious makes it even harder to sleep. In our blog, we discuss why anxiety can disrupt our sleep and suggest ways in which we can make some changes to help us get a better quality of rest.

Many people who have arthritis or are experiencing inflamation find that their discomfort gets worse at night. In this blog our Managing Director, Dick Beijen, discusses what exacerbates this discomfort and suggests ways in which using the right kind of bedding can help.

Before Devon Duvets became a leading name in sustainable sleep products, our founder, Pauline, began her journey by making soaps and wellness products for her family, as an expression of her commitment to caring for them as well as leading a sustainable life. This blossomed into her ideas and values for creating Cherish Nature. Read our blog to find out more.

The festive season is packed full of memories with loved ones, treats, feasts and twinkling decorations. It's also a time when we're so busy that we forget about taking time out for rest and recuperation. In our blog we identify some of the sleep challenges during the festive season and give our top tips for feeling more refreshed for the fun ahead.

In the UK, 1 in 4 couples are sleeping apart in order to achieve a better night's sleep. This is known as 'sleep divorce' and there are many reasons behind it. Many couples find that addressing sleep challenges together can strengthen their bond. In this blog we discuss sleep divorce, what can cause it and how to maintain your closeness as a couple - even with sleep divorce!

If you are someone who experiences PMS - or the more extreme PMDD - you'll know that the monhtly symptoms that go hand-in-hand with this can be very delibitating and tiring. In our blog we identify the most common symptoms, including period related insomnia and also offer tips that can help to offset some of the effects of PMS and PMDD on your sleep.

Chronic sleep deprivation can have serious long-term effects on your health. Sometimes it's all too easy to sacrifice sleep for socialising, binge-watching that entire TV series or simply scrolling through our devices until late at night. In our blog, we discuss the impact of poor sleep, the benefits of prioritising rest and offer practical tips on improving your sleep naturally.

Winter can often be a difficult time for the elderly. They can struggle to keep warm as their metabolic rate is generally slower, and there is reduced muscle mass and thinner layers of insulating fat beneath the skin. In this blog we discuss the importance of warmth in maintining health and wellbeing in the elderly and discuss some ways in which we can all help.

Snoring is a very common problem that many of us are all too familiar with. Whether it's our own snoring, or our partner's,  it can have a significant impact on the quality of our sleep and, ultimately, our overall wellbeing.  In this blog, we discuss what causes snoring and what solutions and tips can be implemented to help minimize it.

The short term effects of sleep disruption casued by noise can impact our wellbeing, leading to loss of concentration and irritability. Long term, it can lead to more serious health issues. In our bog, we outline ways to minimise noise in  your bedroom but also discuss recent research about the 'colours of noise'  and the claims that they can help sleep quality.

Melatonin (known as the 'sleep hormone') is essential for our sleep-wake cycles and is produced by our brain. In this blog we explain how it works and what we can do to boost it naturally. You can also watch the accompanying podcast by Dick, where he also offers some extra tips to help ensure restful nights and energised mornings.

Kindness is much more than just a word, it can be an uplifting experience in a world that has become so busy and hectic. Kindness impacts not only on others, but also on ourselves, benefitting mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. To find out more about the power of kindness, read Dick's blog and tune in to his podcast.