Latest articles by Frances Daniels
'From night one, my hips were cushioned' — what happened when I tested Helix's softest mattress for side sleepers
We slept on the Helix Sunset Luxe Mattress and put it through a variety of objective lab-based tests. Here's how it performed and who should (and shouldn't) consider buying it...
Can't decide between the DreamCloud Classic and the Nectar Classic? We tested them both — here's how they compare
We explore the key differences between the DreamCloud Classic and the Nectar Classic mattresses in terms of price, design, comfort, and support.
How long should a mattress last?
Whether you're looking to buy a new bed or wondering if you should replace your current one, here's how long your mattress should last according to its design and price.
I get 6 hours of sleep a night, but is that enough? I asked a board-certified doctor — here’s what he said
What my Apple Watch tracking data reveals about my 6 hours sleep a night, and the benefits of 7+ hours sleep, according to a doctor.
DreamCloud mattress sales for April 2026: Save big on luxurious beds
Here are all the best savings in this month's DreamCloud mattress sales, curated by our sleep experts.
How much is a Saatva mattress in 2026?
Saatva makes some of our favorite mattresses of all time. But how much do Saatva mattresses cost? This is our expert guide on how much you can expect to pay and the best time to shop.
Best mattress topper deals: Expert-picked sales from $69
Save up to $131 on some of our favorite mattress toppers, including our top recommendations for hot sleepers and back pain.
We’ve tested every Helix cooling mattress topper — here’s the one to buy if you have back pain
Every Helix mattress topper has impressed us with cooling comfort, but this is our top pick for sleepers who need chiropractor-approved support for back pain
12 luxury sleep products to give your bed the 5-star hotel treatment
Enjoy luxury sleep at home each night with these hand-picked products, fit for a 5-star hotel
The 15-minute sunlight rule ended my morning energy slump and brain fog — and it can increase energy levels by 20%, doctors say
I spoke to 4 doctors, including clinical psychologists and a double-board certified psychiatrist, to learn why my 15-minute morning habit reduces my daytime fatigue.
Is glycine or magnesium better for deep sleep? 2 board-certified doctors respond
I've been swept up in the hype around glycine gummies and magnesium strips, but are they actually boosting my deep sleep? Here's what board-certified doctors told me...
This organic latex mattress kept me sleeping cool night after night — and you can save up to $570 with this secret Earth Day code
Organic mattress don't come cheap, but this Earth Day you can save 30% plus an extra $30 on the Nolah Natural 11 Mattress — a latex hybrid that "sleeps naturally cool".
Birch Organic Pillow Review: Natural latex makes this a top choice for cool, supported sleep
Editor's ChoiceThe 100% natural Birch Organic Pillow offers breathable, hypoallergenic comfort for most sleepers. Here's everything you need to know — including who might need to give it a miss
Dual-sided and adjustable firmness mattresses aren't a gimmick — 5 we've tried and rate for back pain and overheating
I thought dual-sided mattresses were a gimmick then I tried a flippable bed and loved it — here's 5 dual-sided and adjustable firmness mattresses that me and my fellow testers.
These 5 Apple Watch sleep settings are vital for 'lab accuracy,' doctors say
I asked two board-certified sleep doctors the 5 most important hidden settings on my new Apple Watch to improve my sleep.
Snoring ruining your sleep? These are the nasal strips, earplugs, pillows and anti-snoring mouthpieces Amazon shoppers swear by for a quieter night
From Breathe Right Nasal Strips to wedge pillows, I've trawled Amazon to find its biggest selling anti-snoring products. These are the winners
Saatva's best five-star luxury hotel mattress is back on sale, but should you wait to buy the Classic in the Memorial Day sales?
I was shocked by how luxurious the Saatva Classic was in person, and now this premium mattress is $300 off for all sizes — here's who should buy it now (and who should wait.)
3 key Apple Watch settings I’m using to get more sleep and hit the longevity boosting 7:1 Sleep Rule
I'm bagging a '92' Apple watch score for just 6 hours of slumber, but a 7-hour sleep goal is key for boosting longevity. Here's how I’m using the watch to sleep longer and consistently
'This is heaven' — save $29 on the Sealy Adjustable Pillows that customers swear by for relieving neck pain
Customers compare the Sealy Adjustable Pillows to "sleeping on a cloud" — and you can save $29 when you buy two
‘Stays cool all night’ — Cocoon by Sealy’s best-selling memory foam mattress drops to $349 thanks to secret discount code
Cooling mattresses come at a luxury price, but this Cocoon by Sealy deal proves you can get an ultra-cool queen for under $600
Skipping these 5 spots when spring cleaning your bedroom can cause frequent night wakings — a doctor explains why
Doing your spring cleaning this morning? Before you put the vacuum away, a sleep doctor warns that skipping these 5 'hidden' bedroom spots could be the reason you're waking up at 3 a.m.
This popular household item could be why you're waking up groggy even after enough sleep — here's how to get morning energy in 5 seconds
This popular household product helps you fall asleep fast and prevent 3 a.m. wake ups, but it could be why you feel groggy in the morning. Here's why and how to fix it in 5 seconds flat.
74% of us lose sleep due to stress — these are the 9 nighttime routine essentials that help me to unwind and fall asleep fast
From a sound-masking white noise machine to dreamy scents, these 9 bedroom essentials will help you de-stress and fall asleep fast.
