Author name: Lauren Shaefer

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING | EMMA SEYMOUR

Hot sleepers know the frustrating feeling of ripping off a sweaty comforter in the middle of the night. Maintaining a comfortable body temperature is one of the best ways to ensure a sound night’s sleep. But there’s nothing quite like wrapping up in a cozy blanket, no matter the temperature outside, so swap your thick, traditional comforter for a cooling comforter that’s still cozy while preventing overheating.

INSIDEHOOK | LOGAN MAHAN

Welcome to sweaty summer. Heatwaves are hitting, sweat is dripping, and every time we step outside we’re hit with a brick of hot, sticky, suffocating air. It’s awful.

But sometimes, what’s even worse than dealing with scorching temperatures in the daytime, is having to sleep through a heatwave at night. While our ACs are cranked up to a nice 69 degrees, we still occasionally wake up in pools of our own sweat.

THE STRATEGIST | LAUREN RO

Down duvets and comforters — which are stuffed with down, the layer of fine, soft, and fluffy feathers underneath a duck or goose’s exterior feathers — have an airy, lofty feel while being warm and breathable at the same time. And depending on their weight, they can be used all year long, which is what I do, even in the summer. Because of their natural fill, down comforters and duvets tend to be more expensive than their down-alternative counterparts, but I personally think they’re worth the investment.

FEED THE HABIT | JASON MITCHELL

When riding in the summer heat, a mesh jersey is a necessity. And, with the Pactimo Summit Mesh Aero Jersey, you not only get sublime mesh, but one that’s also infused with 37.5 Technology to further improve cooling and moisture management. As an added bonus, I opted for the snapped goldenrod color to both stand out and be “one with the sun” this summer.

FORBES | JONI SWEET

Know a dad who spends all his free time on two wheels? This Father’s Day, give him a cycling gift that fuels his ride. Whether it’s a cutting-edge helmet to keep him safe, an eye-catching jersey that stands out on the road, footwear to aid recovery after a long ride, or a fancy new e-bike to enhance his fleet, cycling gifts show dad you celebrate his favorite hobby. Here are 12 cycling gifts that dads who bike will love receiving for Father’s Day.

READER’S DIGEST | LOIS ALTER MARK

Hot sleepers, rejoice. These cooling blankets will help you stay cool and comfortable in the heat of the night. For those who toss off even lightweight summer comforters in the middle of the night because of excessive sweating, a cooling blanket just might be the answer. You want to pair it with cooling sheets and cooling pillows.

CNET | CAROLINE IGO

It’s very difficult to get a good night’s sleep if you always wake up sweating and feeling too warm. Hot sleepers, don’t worry, there are solutions. In addition to cooling sheets to put on your bed, you can also get cooling pillows. Upgrading to a cooling pillow can enhance your sleep experience as they’re typically made of fabrics that don’t hold heat and are cool to the touch compared to traditional pillows.

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING | EMMA SEYMOUR

Getting some quality shut-eye as a hot sleeper can feel impossible. Hot sleepers know that feeling all too well: waking up in the middle of the night, drenched in sweat and unable to get back to sleep. Instantly cool down your sleeping environment by swapping your thick comforter with a cooling blanket. Cooling blankets give you that cozy feel without trapping in heat, ideal for summer use.

CNET | CAROLINE IGO

My body temperature tends to be on the higher side, make me a hot sleeper, and if you’re anything like me, you know how hard it can be to sleep well when you’re too warm. To get quality rest, it’s important to narrow down the culprits that could be causing you to overheat at night — such as your sheets, pajamas, or comforter.