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Nasha Addarich Martínez Managing Editor
Nasha is a Managing Editor for CNET, overseeing our sleep and wellness verticals. She is a nutrition, mental health, fitness and sleep science enthusiast. Her passion for mindful and holistic practices transcends her personal life and profoundly influences her editorial approach, as she weaves evidence-based insights with practical advice to inspire readers to lead healthier, more balanced lives. Throughout her career, she’s covered various topics including financial services, technology, travel and wellness.
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- Sleep Science Coach Certification from The Spencer Institute.
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Spring is around the corner, and March is Sleep Awareness Month — so there’s no better time to upgrade your sleep setup. As wellness editors, we spend our days testing and reviewing products designed to help people feel their best — but when it comes to , we’re even pickier about what we let into our bedrooms (as sleep is the foundation of overall well-being). The wellness team on CNET tests sleep gear all year, and only a handful earn a permanent spot in our night routines.
From to , our wellness team swears by these products for . Whether you’re a hot sleeper, a light sleeper or someone who wants to wake up refreshed (who doesn’t?), you’ll find something here to elevate your nighttime routine.
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Using the Manta White Noise Machine has been a game-changer for me as a light sleeper. I use it every single night. It’s a small but mighty device with 15 different sleep sounds, including those popular fan and rain noises. I prefer the brown noise or an ocean sound setting, which lulls me gently to sleep and effectively masks the extraneous apartment noises that used to wake me up at night. With the speaker placed by our noisy street-facing window, I can control and adjust the sound from the bed with its simple remote.
You can put it on a timer or keep it on all night until you shut it off in the morning, which is what I do. It’s small and highly portable; I even bring it when traveling.
Pros:
- Continuous noise (not looping)
- Small and portable
- Various soothing sound options
- No apps required
- Speaker plugs in, so you don’t have to charge the battery
Cons:
- Expensive
- Can’t add or play your own sounds
- Speaker requires an outlet for plugging in
Sometimes, dragging myself out of bed in the morning is a little hard. Often it’s because I didn’t get enough sleep, though sometimes it’s because my phone alarm jerks me awake. I’ve recently been testing the Hatch Restore 3 alarm clock, and it’s done wonders for my mornings. This sunrise alarm clock packs a punch with customizable lights, alarm sounds and bedtime routines.I’ve also been really impressed with their collection of sounds for sleep. From nature to colors to zodiac signs, there’s a sound for what seems to be just about anything. I’m serious, there’s even one for an orange shag carpet. I’ve been using the classic rain sounds to help me get off my phone at night and focus on sleep.
Pros:
- Customizable light and sound combinations
- Wide collection of sounds for sleep
- Several additional features like routines, podcasts, ASMR, music and meditations
Cons:
- Limited color options
- It is a little expensive at $170 for the device
- $4.99/month subscription is required to unlock the full library
I’ve been using the Lush Sleepy Body Lotion for the past seven years and can’t sleep without it. It has the most lovely lavender scent that isn’t too overpowering, while the lotion itself is moisturizing but not greasy. I have it on my nightstand and even put some in a tiny jar so that I can also have it when I travel.
Pros:
- A soothing scent that can help you fall asleep
- Moisturizing
- Affordable
- Cruelty-free
- Packaging is made from 100% recycled materials
Cons:
- May not be for those sensitive to fragrance
If you’re looking to freshen up your bedroom for Spring, linen sheets are the way to go. I love how luxurious and airy the stonewashed linen sheets from the Citizenry are. These French, machine-washable linen sheets are soft (most linen sheets feel raspy) and breathable, perfect to bring in the freshness of the new season. These sheets truly make your bed feel like a 5-star hotel bed. These sheets are made in family-run linen mill in Portugal and each piece is Oeko-Tex® certified and made sustainably in a fair trade working environment.
Pros:
- Sustainably made
- Free returns and no restocking fees
- Machine washable
Cons
- Needs to be tumbled dried or air dried
- Pricey
Of all the pregnancy pillows I tested, my favorite was the Frida Mom Adjustable Keep-Cool Pregnancy Pillow. This lightweight cylinder-shaped pillow is filled with microbeads to allow for proper airflow and keep you cool. It’s also fully adjustable and can be molded into a U-, C-, L- or I-shape. Because it’s moldable, it also gets in the way less if you share a bed compared with a full body pregnancy pillow.
If you’re not into a softer option, this may not be the right fit for you. This pillow was the best fit for me and my needs throughout the majority of my pregnancy, but it may be more suitable during the second trimester as your belly grows and needs some support when you sleep on your side.
I liked how this pillow wasn’t too big, and you could easily maneuver it as you switch sleeping positions throughout the night. I also appreciated how the pillow didn’t overheat and remained comfortably cool throughout the night. I even caught my husband napping with it once, so if you’re generally a side sleeper you can enjoy this pillow as well.
— Giselle Castro-Sloboda
Pros:
- Easily adjustable
- Cooling
- Takes up little space
Cons:
- Doesn’t offer full body support
- May be too soft for some people
