Caroline Barnes

Caroline grew up in West London and studied English Literature at University. Working for many years in the fashion industry taught her to value her sleep. Interested in wellness trends and passionate about quality products, she is a full time Content Writer who loves to be punny. When she’s not writing about Panda products, you’ll find her at gigs or practising yoga.

Transitioning Your Bed Set-up for Autumn

Mornings start to become a little fresher, leaves are falling and there’s a nip in the air. In other words, autumn has arrived. Transitioning from summer is an adjustment and...
— Caroline Barnes
Dementia and the Impact on Sleep

Dementia and the Impact on Sleep

What is dementia? Despite being the leading cause of death in the UK, with the number of deaths rising year on year, dementia still has no cure. Dementia is a...
— Caroline Barnes
Back to School: Getting Back Into A Routine

Back to School: Getting Back Into A Routine

The air changes, the temperature drops, and there are whispers of an earlier bedtime. Somewhere, a pencil is being sharpened. Brace yourselves, it’s that time of year again—back-to-school time. In...
— Caroline Barnes
Man peacefully sleeping on a modern mattress in a cozy bedroom, showcasing sleep tracking technology.

What Are Sleep Trackers And Do They Really Work?

How did you sleep last night? When you’re asked this question, you might respond by saying, ‘really well’ or ‘not great, I kept waking up, or it took me ages...
— Caroline Barnes
Woman lying on a Panda London mattress, showcasing comfort for quicker sleep.

Ways to Fall Asleep Quicker

If you’ve ever suffered from ‘wide awake mode’ just when you’ve decided to fall asleep, you’ll know how difficult it is to then drift off. For some of us, this happens...
— Caroline Barnes
Why Your Bedding Might Be Triggering Your Night Sweats

Why Your Bedding Might Be Triggering Your Night Sweats

What are night sweats? Sleep is the bedrock of our health and wellbeing. Often feeling like a luxury, sleep is essential for your body and brain to perform a tabula...
— Caroline Barnes
Panda London's Commitment to the Climate & Sustainability

Panda London's Commitment to the Climate & Sustainability

Our mission The natural world is pivotal to Panda’s brand, so protecting it is fundamental to our mission. All of our sleep and bath products are made using organic bamboo...
— Caroline Barnes
Two children lying on a bed with a white duvet, showcasing comfort and warmth ideal for a duvet tog rating guide.

Children’s Duvet Tog Rating & Buying Guide

What to consider when buying a duvet for your child If you want your little one to actually sleep like a baby, you need to create a comfortable and secure...
— Caroline Barnes
Duvet Tog Rating & Buying Guide

Duvet Tog Rating & Buying Guide

What things should you consider when buying a duvet? Are you familiar with the dos and don’ts of duvets? Do you know how to choose a duvet? Even if you...
— Caroline Barnes
COUPLES ON A FOREST GREEN BAMBOO SINGATURE PLUS BEDDING

Top 5 Cooling Bamboo Bedding Products for Night Sweats

Excessive sweating at night can be a nightmare for sufferers. Caused by many different factors, including the menopause, stress, anxiety and environment, night sweats impact the quality of sleep in...
— Caroline Barnes
Best Bamboo Bedding Set for Hot Sleepers

Best Bamboo Bedding Set for Hot Sleepers

Warm weather and deep sleep don’t often make the best bedfellows, especially if you’ve not got the luxury of air conditioning in your home. Overheating can lead to discomfort, keeping...
— Caroline Barnes
From Aches to Relief: How Quickly Do Sleep Products Work?

From Aches to Relief: How Quickly Do Sleep Products Work?

Many are already waking up to supportive bedding, but if you’re still suffering from back, neck, or shoulder pain, your current sleep set-up could be improved by switching to a...
— Caroline Barnes
Difference Between 100% Bamboo and Bamboo French Linen Bedding

Difference Between 100% Bamboo and Bamboo French Linen Bedding

When it comes to bedding, comfort is king or even super king. However, sustainability, luxury, and durability are becoming equally important. More and more people are investing in quality sleep...
— Caroline Barnes
What Are Hooded Towels and Are They Suitable For Newborns?

What Are Hooded Towels and Are They Suitable For Newborns?

Baby’s first bath time can be nerve-racking, right? If it doesn’t go as planned, don’t throw in the towel! It could be good, clean, and fun with a hooded towel....
— Caroline Barnes
How Does Memory Foam React to Room Temperature?

How Does Memory Foam React to Room Temperature?

Are you sitting comfortably? If so, it could be that you’re sitting on a memory foam chair, contouring it to your body’s position and providing pressure relief. Known for its...
— Caroline Barnes
Hybrid Bamboo Mattress with two Panda Pillows

Mattress Buying Guide: How to Choose the Right Mattress For You

Still searching for the one you’ll spend every night with, including lazy Sunday mornings? Here at Panda, we know how important it is to find the one that gets you,...
— Caroline Barnes