Latest articles by Frances Daniels
5 things you need to know before buying a cheap mattress for $400 or less
Everything you need to know before buying a bed under $400, plus how to buy a cheap mattress that doesn't skimp on quality
Memory foam mattress vs memory foam bed topper: Which should you buy?
A memory foam mattress and bed topper can both offer comfort and pressure relief, but which one is best for your sleep?
Sleep expert reveals 3 types of people should drink coffee before bed — here's who
Fit into one of these three categories? Sleep expert Max Kirsten says drinking coffee before bed could help you drift off
5 signs you should buy a cooling bed topper and not a mattress in Memorial Day sales
If you spot any of these signs, you actually need to buy a cooling mattress topper, not a bed, in the Memorial Day sales...
5 things I look for in a good memory foam mattress — plus the 3 I'd buy in the Memorial Day sales
A sleep writer's advice on how to choose the right memory foam mattress ahead of the Memorial Day sales
Hot sleeper? Sleep expert shares 7 tips for keeping your bedroom cool ahead of summer
Keep your bedroom's temperature down with these expert tips for a cool night's sleep — including investing in the best cooling mattresses.
5 signs you need a plush mattress instead of a medium-firm bed
Medium-firm beds suit most sleepers, but plush mattresses can provide extra comfort. Here's the signs you should switch
Rollaway bed vs foldable mattress vs Japanese floor mattress: Which is best for your sleep and budget?
Foldable mattresses, rollaway beds, and Japanese floor mattresses are great for saving space and money, but which is best?
5 signs you'd sleep better on a latex mattress topper, not memory foam
While memory foam mattress toppers are the best option for most people, you may want to switch to a latex topper if you spot one or more of these signs...
I'm a sleep writer — here's my 3-step nighttime routine for falling asleep fast
Here are the three simple nighttime routine steps I follow to help me fall asleep fast and to sleep through the night.
5 signs you should be sleeping on a latex hybrid mattress, not a memory foam hybrid
A hybrid mattress offer a great balance between support and comfort, but should you choose one with latex instead of memory foam?
3 reasons why stomach sleeping is bad for you — and how to switch positions
Experts explain why sleeping on your stomach is bad for you, plus how to switch to the best positions for sleeping.
I'm a sleep writer — 5 things I look for in a good hybrid mattress
5 key features to look for when shopping for a hybrid mattress, plus the three hybrid beds I'd buy now.
Is it possible to fall asleep in 10 seconds? Experts say yes — but there's a catch
We asked three leading sleep experts how to fall asleep in 10 seconds. Here's what they said...
What are latex mattress toppers and are they any good?
Latex mattress toppers are designed to add comfort and support to your bed, but are they actually worth buying? We take a closer look...
Can you buy a mattress that's naturally resistant to common allergens? Yes —here’s what to look for
Stop allergies from disrupting your sleep by investing in an anti-allergy mattress. Here's how to pick the best hypoallergenic mattress.
Should you flip or rotate a mattress topper?
We look at whether you should flip or rotate your memory foam, latex or down feather mattress topper.
Waking up early after a late night is the best way to fix your sleep schedule — here's why
Eight Sleep co-founder Alexandra Zatarain shares her go-to hacks for getting your sleep schedule back on track if you've had one too many late nights.
Are inexpensive mattresses worth it or are they a waste of money?
An inexpensive mattress can save you hundreds, but are their cheap price tags a false economy? I'm a sleep writer — here's my take...
What is the Sleep Visualization Method and why do so many experts recommend it?
The Sleep Visualization Method is a science-backed sleep hack rooted in deep relaxation. Here's how to do it.
What is a flippable mattress — and do you really need one?
Flippable, double-sided mattresses offer different levels of support and comfort on each side. But do you really need one?
What are duvet togs and which one do I need with a weighted blanket?
We explain what duvet togs are and which ones are best to use when sleeping with a weighted blanket.
3 mistakes I made when using my first ever weighted blanket
I made three big mistakes when sleeping with a weighted blanket for the first time. Here's how you can avoid them...
'I think we'll get to the point where your bed is going to diagnose you.' Eight Sleep's Alexandra Zatarain on the future of mattresses
We talk to Eight Sleep co-founder Alexandra Zatarain about the use of AI in mattresses, just how smart beds will become, and the role we will play in our own sleep health in the future.
