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Welcome to our space for stories, insights, and conversations about sleep, travel, wellness, and the moments that matter. Whether you're seeking better rest, exploring how to sleep better on the go, discovering the beauty benefits of quality sleep, or finding inspiration in the real experiences of our community—you'll find it here. Read on to transform the way you think about comfort and self-care.

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Settle in for the long haul: 7 tips to help you sleep on planes

on Feb 15 2024

When it comes to travelling long haul, the thing that stresses many of us out the most, is trying to sleep on the plane. It can be a real challenge. So here at Hyoumankind, our team has put together the seven strategies we’ve found that make the most difference. Think of the tips below as a toolkit to help you drift off in the clouds. So you land feeling human, and ready to face your travel adventure.

How to make a hotel room feel like home

on Nov 01 2023

Because we’ve all been so focused on home the last couple of years, hotel rooms can feel a bit anonymous, and ‘un-cosy’. So we wanted to share with you some ideas (you may not have put into practice before) to help you make your hotel room feel more homely. Getting to travel, and feel right at home? It’s the best of both worlds.

5 boxes your travel pillow should tick

on Nov 01 2023

Travellers don’t observe workday rules of 9-5, Monday-Friday, with public holidays off. Neither do airline cabin crews: working long shifts, weekends, and holidays, and spending several nights away from home at a time. So they are extremely discerning when it comes to selecting a travel pillow that meets their needs.

A week in the life of my Go Pillow

on Nov 01 2023

"Few days go by when I’m not using it for something", writes Hyoumankind Team Member Kate. "It’ll definitely be with me for my next long haul work trip. So I decided to track a typical week in my life and all the ways I rely on my Go Pillow for comfort and support I can take with me."

Travel beauty essentials, from a frequent flyer

on Nov 01 2023

With the summer holiday almost upon us, it’s time to plan and pack a self-care routine that can travel. A sudden change in weather can wreak havoc on skin and hair, and then there’s the actual journey to think about. Here are our Hyoumankind founder Steph’s must-pack travel beauty essentials.

Keep calm and carry on only: how to travel with only carry on luggage

on Nov 01 2023

Many of us here at Hyoumankind – especially our founder Steph – are seasoned travellers who know a thing or two about packing light for any eventuality. Even those of us who are maximalist by nature have learned through trial and error (and luggage ending up three time zones away) to lighten our loads. Here are our travel-savvy tips to simplify carry-on only packing.

Efficient packing: 6 tips to sort your suitcase

on Nov 01 2023

Whether you are packing for a month-long road trip, a sociable city break or a busy business trip, here are some tips to ensure that you can efficiently fit what you need in your suitcase.

The secrets to acing travel on your next business trip

on Nov 01 2023

When you’re properly rested, nourished and energised, you can tackle your work with creativity and productivity, wherever you are in the world. This article will talk you through some common (and less well known) tips to stay on top of your game when traveling for business.

How to care for your silk pillowcase

on Nov 01 2023

If you already sleep on a silk pillowcase, you’ll know just what a sound investment in yourself this little luxury is. With silk, every sleep becomes beauty sleep – you’re reducing bed head, relieving stress and pressure on delicate skin, and getting more from your nightly skincare regime.

Mother loving: What mums need this Mother’s Day

on Nov 01 2023

What do mums truly want on Mother’s Day? Breakfast in bed? Flowers? A scented candle? Whether it’s a gift for your own mum, or a little love and support for a friend who’s a busy new parent, here are a few ideas to help you support and nurture the mother figures (and other incredible women and caregivers) in your life.

What to read before bed: 7 essential books

on Nov 01 2023

You’ve had a busy, hectic day, and you’re ready to call it a night. How do you wind down and ‘wipe the slate clean’ of all stress, the overthinking and the endless mental ‘to do’ list? What if you could read your way to better sleep?

The Power (of) Naps

on Nov 01 2023

Experts agree that taking a refreshing nap can do everything from boosting your memory, to enhancing your creativity, and even help you deal with stress.

Using pillows in your yoga practice

on Nov 01 2023

A yoga bolster is like a pillow but thicker and more supportive, designed to support create relaxation, help soften a posture, or aid in opening the body. Read our latest blog post to find out how to incorporate pillows into your yoga practice...

How to make your bedroom a sleep sanctuary

on Nov 01 2023

Most of the rooms in your home are full of hustle-and-bustle —the living room is ready for a party, the kitchen is full of people, warmth and activity, and the bathroom feels like Grand Central Station on weekday mornings.

Working from home? How to survive with this WFH self-care survival kit

on Nov 01 2023

As a team of people who often work from home, we wanted to share a few practical self-care tips to help you not just survive the next few weeks, but thrive.

Habitual ritual: create an effective pre-sleep routine

on Nov 01 2023

We live in an age when more and more people are having difficulty getting enough restorative sleep. Whether this is due to not being able to nod off due to a busy mind, or tossing and turning during the night, if you’re lacking quality sleep, creating a sleep ritual may help.

Talking to an expert: Hyoumankind's Steph Wyborn on beauty and sleep

on Nov 01 2023

Hyoumankind's founder Steph Wyborn had the pleasure of sitting down with Helene Ravlich to speak about all things beauty and sleep... From what first inspired Steph to start creating pillows, to sleep rituals and can't live without beauty products.

Yoga calming breathing techniques

on Nov 01 2023

Yoga teaches us that our breathing practice can have an amazing impact on our sleep quality and patterns. If you’ve been to yoga classes before, you may have already learned some Pranayama techniques.

The wellbeing benefits of forest bathing

on Nov 01 2023

When was the last time you got outside and hugged a tree or basked in birdsong? Well, according to mounting scientific research, forest bathing can help us fight stress, recover faster from illness, improve our cardiovascular health and boost concentration and memory.