A new TikTok trend ‘potato bed’ is gaining traction across the world with many users saying it has helped them get the best sleep possible. Here’s how to do it
Sleep. It’s become a buzz word in 2025 with many social media trends revolving around it. There’s the sleep divorce, there’s bed rotting, and now, TikTok gives us another one — potato bed, which has captured the imagination of the youth.
So, what does it involve? Is it about placing potatoes in your bed? No, not at all. Here’s what we found out.
What is the potato bed trend?
The potato bed hack has become popular on TikTok recently with its proponents saying that it improve the quality and quantity of sleep. The setup is pretty easy and takes a few minutes.
But how does it work? The potato bed hack sees people turning their blankets into potato-shaped beds. For this, you’ll require a fitted sheet, some pillows and blankets. Invert the fitted bedsheet so that the elastic edges are facing up. This will help form the signature potato shape. Next, place pillows or folded blankets on the inside of the folded edges to round out the edges and soften them. You can place a blanket on the bottom of the sheet to get a softer base, then place another one on yourself for extra snugness.
Once you are done with creating the setup, it is time for you to jump in and get toasty. Now, let yourself sink into the bed and relax.
Why is potato bed so popular?
Insomnia among the urban population is a huge issue. Most experts blame poor sleeping patterns on lifestyle changes. As a result, people are looking for quick fixes as compared to treating the issue at its root cause.
The potato bed is a quick fix, which has led to its growing popularity among the masses. And the hack’s cost-effectiveness is the cherry on top of the cake. So, it is becoming easy for people to create their very own ‘potato beds’ without a lot of investment.
The bed’s cosy and aesthetic appeal grabs people’s attention, intriguing them to at least try it once. The cocoon created by the setup helps give warmth and cosy to the person, which may help them sleep better.
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In a video shared on social media, TikTok creator @alicekateea demonstrated how she built her own potato bed. She later claimed, “I had the best night’s sleep ever, omg.”
She filmed herself meticulously arranging a fitted sheet with pillows and blankets, then snuggling inside. The video immediately went viral, but it sparked a huge debate. People are choosing sides, questioning if the “sleep hack” is actually effective, and now everyone wants to know what sleep experts have to say about it.
Are ‘potato beds’ actually helpful?
Since the setup is so easy, anybody can try it. But is it really beneficial for your sleep?
The reason this method might work lies in the sheer comfort of the gentle pressure from the bedding. That kind of soothing sensation is known in the scientific community as Deep Pressure Stimulation (DPS). DPS is a gentle pressure applied to the body during hugs — a pet lying on your lap or a snug blanket. One of the most common tools of DPS is using weighted blankets that help you to sleep better and reduce negative emotions.
In a Healthandme report, Hannah Shore, Head of Sleep Science at Mattress Online, explained, “If you enjoy being wrapped up and surrounded by warmth, you may find it easier to drift off inside a potato bed. The snug pressure from the cushions mimics the feeling of being held, similar to the soothing effect of a weighted blanket.”
She further said, “That gentle pressure triggers the release of feel-good hormones, helping you feel calm, content, and ready for sleep.”
It is to be noted that potato beds are not for everyone since not everyone likes to be wrapped up or feel good in an enclosed space.
With inputs from agencies
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