Frances Daniels is a PPA-accredited journalist and Sleep Staff Writer at Tom's Guide with an MA in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University. Her role includes covering mattress and sleep news and writing sleep product reviews and buyer's guides, including our Best Hybrid Mattress 2025 guide. She is interested in the relationship between sleep and health, interviewing an array of experts to create in-depth articles about topics such as nutrition, sleep disorders, sleep hygiene, and mattress care. She is also our specialist on mattress toppers — producing bed topper reviews and taking care of our Best Mattress Toppers 2025 guide — and leads content relating to fiberglass-free beds for a non-toxic sleep. Outside of Tom's Guide, she has written for Ideal Home and Marie Claire.
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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

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Enjoy luxury sleep at home each night with these hand-picked products, fit for a 5-star hotel

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I spoke to the experts to learn why my 15-minute morning habit reduces my daytime fatigue.

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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...

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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".

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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

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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.

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I asked two board-certified sleep doctors the 5 most important hidden settings on my new Apple Watch to improve my sleep.

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From Breathe Right Nasal Strips to wedge pillows, I've trawled Amazon to find its biggest selling anti-snoring products. These are the winners

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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.)

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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

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Customers compare the Sealy Adjustable Pillows to "sleeping on a cloud" — and you can save $29 when you buy two

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Cooling mattresses come at a luxury price, but this Cocoon by Sealy deal proves you can get an ultra-cool queen for under $600

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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.

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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.

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From a sound-masking white noise machine to dreamy scents, these 9 bedroom essentials will help you de-stress and fall asleep fast.

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Steam cleaning and white vinegar are popular mattress cleaning methods, but did you know they can damage your bed? These are the DIY solutions experts say you should use instead.

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I can't sleep when I have anticipatory anxiety, but trying to fall asleep fast was making it worse. These 7 expert-approved tips finally helped me get over my insomnia

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From hotel bedding to a budget sunrise alarm, here's 6 Amazon deals to shop today to turn your bedroom to a luxury sleep retreat in time for the weekend.

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After a bout of insomnia last year, I've learned that shutting my eyes and hoping to fall asleep won't cut it — I need to take strong action when I wake up at 3 a.m.

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Experts reveal the three mattress cleaning essentials you need close by in case your pet has an accident

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It won’t damage your mattress, it’s in everyone's kitchen, and it's excellent for getting rid of stains and smells

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Don't want to dry bedding outside this allergy season? Experts explain how ditching the dryer for a dehumidifier is the best option
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