Greg Bailey
Founder, Antipodean Home
- Organic Bedding
- Wool & Natural Fibers
- Regenerative Farming
- Sleep & Temperature Regulation
- Sustainable Home Goods
- ZQRX Regenerative Index
- Sleep Science
- Natural Thermoregulation
Greg Bailey is the founder of Antipodean Home and has built one of the few bedding brands to source directly from ZQRX-certified regenerative farms in New Zealand. His focus is on natural materials — wool and organic cotton — that regulate sleep temperature and eliminate the synthetics found in most conventional bedding. Before Antipodean Home, Greg worked in global content and business affairs across Fox, Sky, and eOne. He holds an MBA from Cambridge University's Judge Business School.
Natural Fiber Bedding: Best Materials for Breathability, Health & Sleep
Greg Bailey 7 minute read
If you're trying to build a healthier sleep environment, natural fiber bedding is usually the first place people start. But "natural" isn't one material — and not all natural fibers behave the same once you're actually sleeping under them. Some... more »
Organic Cotton Bedding: Complete Guide to Benefits, Certifications & Why Regenerative Is Better
Greg Bailey 9 minute read
If you're choosing between conventional and organic cotton bedding — or trying to understand what "regenerative" actually means — this guide will help you make that decision. If you're primarily trying to solve night sweats or overheating... more »
Wool vs Down Comforter: Why Down Causes 3 AM Sweats
Greg Bailey 8 minute read
You fall asleep cozy.You wake up hot, sticky — or suddenly freezing. That's not random.And it's not your thermostat. When comparing a wool vs down comforter, the real question isn't which is warmer.It's why one keeps you comfortable all night... more »
Wool and Dust Mites: Why Wool Bedding Helps Reduce Itching and Allergies
Greg Bailey 7 minute read
Wool doesn’t attract dust mites — and in many cases, it helps reduce them. Not because it kills mites, but because it removes the environment they need to survive. Dust mites depend on warmth and humidity. Wool regulates both — staying... more »
Alternatives to Down Comforters: Why Down Often Fails Hot & Allergy-Prone Sleepers
Greg Bailey 4 minute read
Why Down Often Fails — And What Actually Works Instead If you’re looking for alternatives to down comforters, it’s usually because something feels wrong with the bedding you’re using. Maybe you wake up congested.Maybe your skin... more »
Why Does My Blanket Make Me Itch at Night? (It's Usually a Heat Problem)
Greg Bailey 6 minute read
If your blanket makes you itch at night — especially without a rash or visible reaction — the cause is usually trapped heat and moisture, not a skin condition. Most nighttime itching under blankets is irritation caused by a warm, humid... more »
Can You Be Allergic to Down Feathers? (Why It's Often the Comforter, Not You)
Greg Bailey 6 minute read
Yes — you can be allergic to down feathers. BUT most nighttime “down allergies” aren’t caused by feather proteins alone. They’re triggered by what down comforters trap over time: heat, moisture, dust mites, and allergen... more »
Best Cooling Sheets for Hot Sleepers: Ranked by Material (2026 Guide)
Greg Bailey 6 minute read
Best Cooling Sheets for Hot Sleepers (2026 Guide) If you’re reading this, you’ve probably already tried “performance” cooling sheets and still woke up clammy. The truth is simple: synthetics don’t breathe. To actually stay... more »
The Best Warm Comforter for Cold Sleepers (2026 Guide)
Greg Bailey 7 minute read
Finding the the best comforter for winter or the best warm comforter for cold sleepers isn’t just about adding more layers — it’s about choosing bedding that can hold warmth consistently while managing moisture and maintaining a... more »
What Is the Warmest Winter Comforter Material?
Greg Bailey 4 minute read
Short answer: the warmest winter comforter is the one that traps still air efficiently and stays dry through the night. Thickness alone doesn’t determine warmth — insulation structure and moisture behavior do. If you’re searching for the... more »