Frances Daniels
Frances Daniels is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom's Guide and her role includes covering all mattress and sleep news, in addition to mattress reviews and buyer's guides, plus sleep accessories such as pillows and mattress toppers. Frances is a PPA-accredited journalist and is hugely interested in the relationship between good sleep and overall health. When not writing about mattresses and sleep for Tom's Guide, Frances enjoys writing about women's issues, health and wellbeing, the environment, and her native Wales.
Latest articles by Frances Daniels
Do mattress toppers help with back pain or make it worse? Experts respond
By Frances Daniels published
If you're waking up with back pain and suspect your mattress topper is to blame, read this first
Should you buy a mattress from Amazon, Walmart or Costco? Pros and cons
By Frances Daniels published
Amazon, Walmart and Costco run regular mattress sales, here's what I'd like you to know before buying from these retail giants...
I'm a sleep writer — here's my 3-step nighttime routine for falling asleep fast
By Frances Daniels published
Here are the three simple nighttime routine steps I follow to help me fall asleep fast and to sleep through the night.
What is an orthopedic mattress and should you buy one in the Memorial Day sales?
By Frances Daniels published
From easing back pain to relieving pressure, orthopedic mattresses have lots of benefits — but are they worth buying in the Memorial Day sales?
Novaform sale: save up to $120 on Costco's most popular boxed mattress
By Frances Daniels published
Get up to $120 off the Novaform 14” ComfortGrande Mattress in Costco's new sale, with a queen size down to $479
The best mattress for stomach sleepers 2024: Tested by experts
By Alison Barretta last updated
The best mattresses for stomach sleepers offer firm support to keep your spine aligned — here are our top-rated picks.
The best mattress toppers 2024: Tested by sleep experts
By Claire Davies last updated
Our expert-approved guide to 2024's best mattress toppers, including budget buys to make beds cooler, softer and firmer.
5 signs you should be sleeping on a latex hybrid mattress, not a memory foam hybrid
By Frances Daniels published
A hybrid mattress offer a great balance between support and comfort, but should you choose one with latex instead of memory foam?
The best organic mattress 2024: Natural beds for a non-toxic sleep
By Jo Plumridge last updated
The best organic mattresses and all natural beds to buy online, as rated by certified sleep experts.
I'm a sleep writer — Amazon has the best mattress deal for heavy people right now
By Frances Daniels published
Get up to 24% off Classic Brands Decker 10" Hybrid Mattress, with a queen dropping to just $267 ahead of Memorial Day
3 reasons why stomach sleeping is bad for you — and how to switch positions
By Frances Daniels published
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
By Frances Daniels published
5 key features to look for when shopping for a hybrid mattress, plus the three hybrid beds I'd buy now.
The 3 best bed toppers to pair with the Saatva Classic mattress
By Frances Daniels published
Want to get the most out of the Saatva Classic? These three mattress toppers will add even more comfort to your luxury bed.
Is it possible to fall asleep in 10 seconds? Experts say yes — but there's a catch
By Frances Daniels published
We asked three leading sleep experts how to fall asleep in 10 seconds. Here's what they said...
I've found 7 latex mattress sales to shop now if you can't wait for Memorial Day
By Frances Daniels published
Celebrate Earth Day for up to $765 less with these 7 deals on eco-friendly latex mattresses deals ahead of Memorial Day
Best cheap mattress 2024: quality budget beds under $500 for a queen
By Claire Davies last updated
We've found the best cheap mattress for every sleeper, with affordable queen size mattresses for under $500.
The best mattress under $1,000 in 2024: with expert reviews
By Alison Barretta last updated
Our top-rated picks of 2024's best mattresses under $1,000 to give you a luxury bed for less.
The best king size mattress 2024: with full reviews
By Alison Barretta last updated
This year’s best king size mattresses for all budgets and sleep styles, reviewed by our in-house sleep experts.
How much is a king-size mattress? Plus the top 5 to buy before the Memorial Day sales
By Frances Daniels published
Our guide to the typical prices and deals of a king-size bed, plus a round-up of our favorite king mattress sales to shop
I've found the best organic mattress for heavy people, and it's up to $405 off in new sale
By Frances Daniels published
Avocado just shaved 15% off of their best selling organic mattress ahead of the Memorial Day sales, taking the price of a queen down to $1,699.
What are latex mattress toppers and are they any good?
By Frances Daniels published
Latex mattress toppers are designed to add comfort and support to your bed, but are they actually worth buying? We take a closer look...
I’m a mattress writer — Casper’s epic new 25% off sale is the best I’ve seen since Black Friday
By Frances Daniels published
Casper's 25% off site-wide sale is as good as Black Friday — save up to $750 on the new One Foam Mattress, Casper's most affordable bed ideal for side sleepers.
The best cheap mattress toppers under $50 in 2024
By Alison Barretta last updated
Find 2024's best cheap mattress topper under $50 that will help provide a more restful night's sleep.