Sarah is a freelance writer who has been published across titles including Woman & Home, The Independent, and the BBC. Sarah covers a variety of subjects, including health and wellness. For Tom's Guide Sarah often writes about sleep health and hygiene, and interviews leading sleep experts about common issues such as insomnia and sleep deprivation.
Latest articles by Sarah Finley

Battling night sweats during the menopause? 5 natural materials to look for in your mattress and bedding
By Sarah Finley published
A menopause expert reveals the most breathable materials to sleep in to deal with night sweats

Tired all the time? Sleep experts explain why the change in seasons in ruining your sleep
By Sarah Finley last updated
Can the seasons' shifting really impact your sleep? Two sleep experts explain and share their top tips to get good rest year round

Sleep expert shares 5 simple tricks to finally beat menopause insomnia
By Sarah Finley last updated
Suffering from menopausal insomnia? We look at the causes and ask the experts how to get better sleep

Longevity expert shares 5 crucial sleep habits that can help you age well — plus the 3 to avoid
By Sarah Finley published
We asked two longevity experts how sleep quality impacts ageing and the three most important habits to stop

Why do we dream? Experts share the 4 most important roles dreams play in our sleep
By Sarah Finley published
Experts share the most important roles that dreams play for our health — plus what influences them

Exploding head syndrome isn't as scary as it sounds — but it could be what's disrupting your sleep, doctors explain
By Sarah Finley published
Two doctors reveal the most common symptoms of exploding head syndrome, what causes it and how to stop it from happening again

Sleep walking could be why you're tired all the time — doctor shares 5 common causes and how to stop
By Sarah Finley published
From stress to sleep disorders, a sleep doctor breaks down why you're sleep walking at night and how to stop

Is anxiety behind your sleep talking? A neuroscientist shares common causes and how to stop
By Sarah Finley published
We asked the experts what sleep talking is, why it happens and how to stop it

67% of us experience parasomnias — expert shares 5 most common types and why they happen
By Sarah Finley published
From sleep paralysis to night terrors — expert shares common causes of parasomnias and their treatments

Everything you need to know about napping — benefits, drawbacks and how to do it the right way
By Sarah Finley published
Experts reveal the benefits of napping, including boosting your mood and memory

No, not mouth tape — experts share 5 safe ways to stop mouth breathing at night
By Sarah Finley published
Sleep experts look at the safe alternatives to mouth taping to help you get a restful night's sleep

Sleep experts reveal the 5 biggest nighttime routine mistakes that are ruining your sleep
By Sarah Finley published
Trouble sleeping? Avoid these common nighttime routine mistakes, say experts.

Trouble sleeping? 7 expert steps to fix your circadian rhythm and fall asleep fast
By Sarah Finley published
A sleep doctor reveals how to fix your circadian rhythm for better sleep

Is snoring normal? Experts share everything you need to know — what causes it, symptoms and how to stop
By Sarah Finley published
Sleep doctors reveal why we snore and what sleep condition it could be a sign of

Sleep apnea: What is it, what’s the cause and how to tackle it
By Sarah Finley published
Experts explain the two types of sleep apnea and how symptoms such as daytime sleepiness can reveal your diagnosis

How to get more sleep — expert shares 5 key steps
By Sarah Finley published
Do you feel tired all the time? We ask the experts how to get more sleep

Trouble sleeping? Your bedroom temperature might be why you keep waking up at night
By Sarah Finley, Eve Davies last updated
Too cold or too hot in bed? This is the optimal temperature for a great night's sleep, according to science.

Tired all the time? Sleep experts share how to tackle hypersomnia — plus what might be causing it
By Sarah Finley published
Two sleep experts reveal everything you need to know about hypersomnia and when you should seek help

Screaming in the night? Expert reveals 5 causes of night terrors — plus how to stop them
By Sarah Finley published
Presented by Helix Sleep
Night terrors can not only be frightening, but can also damage the quality of sleep we get. We ask a sleep expert what they are, what causes them and how to prevent them.

Your body clock controls more than you think — sleep expert explains how circadian rhythm works
By Sarah Finley published
Presented by Helix Sleep
From stress to your diet, your lifestyle can affect your circadian rhythm. Here's what that means.

How to stop restless legs immediately for a good night's sleep, according to doctors
By Sarah Finley published
Up all night with restless leg syndrome? These simple lifestyle changes from doctors can manage your symptoms

How to sleep with GERD — 5 steps from a sleep doctor
By Sarah Finley published
Struggling to sleep with GERD? A sleep doctors offers their 5 steps to ease symptoms of GERD at night

How to cure insomnia, according to sleep doctors
By Sarah Finley published
Two experts reveal how you can cure insomnia and sleep through the night with some simple lifestyle changes.
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