Pros and Cons: Headboard vs. No Headboard

April 15, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When setting up and decorating your first apartment, is it worth investing in a headboard? It’s a feature you see on most beds, and it’s not purely decorative – it actually serves some practical purposes. You might have had a headboard on your bed growing up, but is one really necessary? Read on below to…

6 Accessories for Sleeping Better in Your First Apartment

February 22, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Sleep is an essential part of life, especially as a student or working adult, and improving your sleep is a great way to improve your productivity and overall well-being. With a few simple accessories, you can capitalize on the time you spend asleep to help yourself feel well-rested throughout the day. Want to know what…

Do You Need a Mattress Topper?

October 12, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Proper rest is the foundation of healing and a healthy lifestyle. The mattresses we sleep on support our bodies to give us optimal sleep, but like our bodies, they also wear down over time and need protection. A mattress topper can help maintain the integrity of both. But do you actually need one, or is…

Four Tips for Sleeping Better in Bright Apartments

January 27, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Apartments with too few windows can feel dark and depressing, but having too many windows can also bring challenges. With many windows in your apartment, there might be so much sunlight that falling and staying asleep may be difficult. This issue isn’t always easy to solve since, the more windows you have, the more you…

Four Tips For Sleeping Better In Noisy Apartments

September 18, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If your apartment is located on a noisy street or you have loud neighbors, you might have trouble sleeping. Loud sounds can interrupt your sleep, causing insomnia and sleep deprivation. The good news is, there are things you can do about it. Here are four tips for sleeping better in a noisy apartment. White noise …