You’ve probably heard that keeping your room cold at night is best for your circadian rhythm and sleep, but as winter approaches and temperatures start to drop, that advice becomes increasingly difficult to follow.

Personally, there’s nothing I love more than curling up at night with my coziest, heaviest blankets, only to throw them off in my sleep because they get too warm.

Recently, some celebrities have shared what they are actually like prefr sleep with a heating pad to keep warm at night. This sleep habit seems to contradict what experts recommend when it comes to sleep: Cool sleep temperatures help your body know that it’s actually time to go to bed, and getting too hot while you sleep can They wake you up and disturb your beauty rest.

Maybe you’re reading these celebrities’ opinions on sleeping with a heating pad and wondering if you can apply this sleep hack to your own daily or night-to-night sleep routine. We checked in with Sleepopolis Director of Sleep Health, Dr. Shelby Harris, inquires about how sleeping with a heating pad works Really have an impact on your sleep.

Read on to find out why these celebrities like sleeping with a heating pad and what Dr. Harris has to say about it.

Why do these celebrities like to sleep with a heating pad?

In Molly Sims’ interview with Parade Magazine, the model raves about sleeping with a heating pad, saying, “You can’t beat a heating pad” and “Every now and then a heating pad can really make a difference.” (1)

Additionally, Nicola Peltz Beckham shared that she uses a heating pad when staying at her in-laws’ house. The actress and influencer told the Strategist: “My in-laws keep their house so cold. Whenever I know I’m staying there it’s a must because I can’t sleep in that temperature. I feel like I’m sleeping in a freezer.” Nicola added that her husband also prefers a cold bedroom and that she even takes her heating pad with her on the plane. (2)

MirrorUS also reports that singer and businesswoman Selena Gomez shared on Instagram that she also enjoys sleeping with a heating pad: “It’s almost like an anxiety blanket. It feels really good.” (3)

At the end of the day, all of these celebrities seem to really love the cozy and ultra-warm atmosphere that a heating pad can bring to your bed at night. But is sleeping with a heating pad really a good idea?

Can I sleep safely with a heating pad?

In general, yes. Although experts generally recommend keeping your bedroom cool, it’s different for everyone and it really comes down to personal preference. But on the whole it’s not necessarily like that harmfulsaid Dr. Harris.

However, she warned: “You have to pay attention to how your body reacts. If you overheat, it can affect your sleep cycles and disrupt the natural cooling process that your body relies on when resting.” (4) And when that happens, you may find yourself tossing and turning and unable to sleep to get a good night’s sleep.

But even experts sometimes throw out the rulebook: “It’s all about finding what works for you—whether it’s a warmer room, a specific pillow, or even a heating pad—while also incorporating sleep health tips,” says Dr. Harris. “A sleep environment that leaves you feeling relaxed and ready to fall asleep can sometimes be more effective than strictly following all the guidelines.” (4)

When it comes to sleeping with a heating pad, it’s best to use it in moderation. If you find yourself getting too hot at night, your best bet is to either turn down the heat or remove the heating pad entirely. If you are constantly too cold at night, you should consult your doctor to discuss what to do next.

Mary Elizabeth Combs

Mary-Elisabeth Combs is a contributor to Sleepopolis and covers all things sleep news. Previously, Mary was a writer for CNET and earned her English degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. When she’s not writing, she’s probably knitting, reading or finding out about Formula 1.