Latest articles by Frances Daniels
The best weighted blankets in 2025 to reduce anxiety and sleep better
Reduce stress and sleep better as the season changes, with our top 5 expert-tested weighted blankets to shop this Black Friday.
5 expert tips to make it through the day when you’re sleep deprived
I followed the advice of a psychologist after only getting three hours of sleep — and I felt much better.
3 ways to stop perimenopause ruining your sleep tonight, according to a menopause expert
Dr Amy Divaraniya shares how you can reduce your perimenopausal symptoms for better sleep tonight
This vinegar mattress cleaning hack will banish spiders from your bed this fall — here's how
A cleaning expert reveals why you should be dabbing vinegar on your mattress — it's a must this spider season.
Smoking could be the reason why you can't fall asleep fast — health experts explain why
20% of adults are tobacco users, but it makes it harder to fall asleep and can cause sleep apnea
Intermittent fasting transformed my sleep — here's why it works, according to experts
I asked an expert why eating dinner before 5pm for a month improved my sleep — here’s what she said
Studies warn that 50% of adults are disrupting their sleep if they take this common supplement in the evening
Half of US adults take this health-boosting supplement, but taking it in the evening may not be the best decision for your sleep.
Avoid this mattress type if you want to get rid of bed bugs — and what to choose instead
While no mattress is immune to a bed bug infestation, this type is the most suspectable. Here's how to protect it.
I ditched my luxury hybrid mattress for a cheap memory foam bed and I’ve never slept better — here’s why
Here are three reasons why the budget EGOHOME Black 12" Memory Foam impressed me more than the luxury Leesa Legend Hybrid mattress did...
My 20 best tips to fall asleep quickly
Want to fall asleep fast? These are the 20 sleep tips that I've gathered after two years of working as a sleep writer.
The 7 tricks mattress brands use to get you to buy — and what to look for instead
These seven mattress buzzwords may seem impressive to shoppers, but mattress testers like me know to look for these features instead...
How to choose an organic mattress that’s actually eco-friendly, according to a sustainability expert
First time buying an organic mattress? Here's how to choose a sustainable bed that avoids greenwashing
I asked flight attendants how to fall asleep fast on planes and get over jet lag — here are their tips
Flight attendants tell me how to get a good night's sleep on planes, in hotel rooms, and everywhere else...
What are microcoils and why are they suddenly in every mattress topper?
Microcoils promise to add comfort and support to mattress toppers, but what are these mini springs and why are they so popular?
What is pressure relief in a mattress and why is it important for hip and back pain during sleep?
Good pressure relief can be found in mattresses that help reduce and prevent hip and back pain, but what exactly is it?
Noisy neighbours keeping you awake? I tried Amazon's top-rated white noise machine to drown mine out — and it actually works
Amazon's top-rated LectroFan EVO White Noise Machine features 22 sounds to help you sleep through noisy summer nights.
I live in a building with no air conditioning — here’s how I get a good night’s sleep in summer
Heatwaves can ruin your sleep — especially if you don't have air conditioning. Here are five easy ways I keep my bedroom cool without AC.
Your morning shower is ruining your nighttime sleep, says expert — here’s why
Physician and sleep expert says a shower in the morning may make it harder to fall asleep at night
Watch this type of TV to fall asleep fast — plus 4 other expert-approved swaps I'm going to make to my nighttime routine
From choosing chocolate to revisiting your favorite shows, these nighttime routine swaps will help you fall asleep quicker
I used a bed topper as a mattress — here’s 5 things I want you to know before doing the same
Can your mattress topper save you from sleeping on the couch? I left my air bed in the closet for two nights to find out...
Ease nighttime anxiety, reduce stress and fall asleep quickly with this simple sleep hack, says psychologist
We ask a psychologist all about the Constructive Worry sleep hack to fall asleep quickly
5 signs you need a bed topper and not a new mattress in the Memorial Day sales
Thinking of buying a mattress this Memorial Day? You may only need to buy a bed topper instead if you spot these signs.
3 red flags to watch out for when buying a cheap mattress online or in store
Buying a cheap good-quality mattress is important for both your sleep and budget. But buying a budget bed with these warning signs won't benefit either...
