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If you haven’t seen one of the many viral videos about “potato beds” yet, allow me to explain the adorable term.

Taking their elasticated fitted sheet and placing it face down, internet users have begun stuffing the sides of the bedding with pillows and rolled-up duvets. The result looks a bit like a paddling pool or bird’s nest.

Then, they cover the sides of their creation with thinner blankets before placing blankets and a duvet (or duvets) on top.

Once that’s done, the potato bed is born! But are these good, or bad, news for our kip?

Are potato beds good for our sleep?

There’s no denying the soft, cushioned dens look comfy. But sleep expert Hannah Shore , head of sleep science at Mattress Online , said they have their pros and cons.

An obvious plus?

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