Latest articles by Frances Daniels
Experts reveal the ancient wellbeing practice proven to help fight insomnia during menopause — and how to do it
Instead of asking women to sit still and 'empty their minds'... it gives the brain something gentle and rhythmic to focus on'
Stop waking up at 3am — 7 quick fixes you can do today, according to a sleep expert
From a quick stroll to two-second hacks, here's are the simple things that can help you sleep all night long and avoid 'middle insomnia.'
'I tried foot reflexology and my sleep quality improved after just one session' — here's how
Reflexology promotes relaxation — here's what happened to my sleep after trying it
Sleep expert reveals why the height of your bed could be why you can't fall asleep and why you keep waking up through the night — and how to fix it
A sleep doctor reveals why the height of your bed could be the reason you can't fall asleep. Plus, practical advice on how to overcome it.
Science says this easy diet change can boost sleep quality by 16% in just 24 hours — I tried it for a week and here are my results
I also asked a Registered Dietician to talk me through the advice and to create a 'good sleep prescription' based off what researchers are recommending
I sleep less than 7 hours a night and didn't think it was an issue until a recent study said otherwise — an expert explains more
I function well on around six hours a night, but now I'm wondering if I should try to sleep more and, if so, how?
I asked ChatGPT and a board-certified sleep doctor what the 'perfect' nighttime routine looks like — here's the clear winner and why
I asked a (human) sleep doctor and AI to create me an ideal nighttime routine — this is the one who actually gave me good advice
'Your body has a physical ‘memory’' — doctors share the 5 reasons why I found it impossible to sleep over the holidays
Doctors share the 5 reasons why I found it impossible to sleep over the holidays
"Don't lose three hours by endlessly scrolling through social media," 5 key sleep hygiene habits of highly successful people and how they help you sleep for longer after just one night
Some of the most successful people in the world, from CEOs to world leaders, share these five sleep habits
So, you got an aromatherapy set for Christmas — here’s how to use essential oils and candles in your sleep routine
An aromatherapist explains how to use those unwanted essential oils and candles to fall asleep fast.
Best Weighted Blankets 2026
Rest easy in 2026 with our best 6 weighted blankets tried, tested and approved by experts.
The bamboo mattress topper I use to make any mattress softer is 10% off in the Boxing Day sales — now from £90
Panda's Boxing Day sale is taking up to 25% off all its sleep products, but I'd check out the Bamboo Memory Foam Mattress Topper
I slept on Dormeo's plush cooling tech and loved it — here's the mattress I'd buy in its Boxing Day sale
Dormeo is throwing a Boxing Day sale, and its Octasmart Deluxe Memory Foam Mattress is perfect for side sleepers who need cooling comfort
Dermatologists reveal the gross reason why you should wash your new Christmas pajamas before wearing them — especially if you have this condition
Thinking of wearing your brand new Christmas pajamas without washing them first? Skin experts are urging you to think again for this health reason
Taking a Christmas vacation? This is what I do before I leave to fall asleep fast when I return
If you're about to leave for Christmas vacation, remember to do this before you go — your sleep will thank you for it. Plus, what to do if you've already left...
Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 700FM review 2025: A premium alarm clock that provides a gentle and refreshing wake-up call
I tested the Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 700FM for three months to see if it lives up to price tag. Here's why it definitely does...
Over 60% of us have trouble sleeping away at Christmas — 3 tricks to make the guest room mattress softer
From a DIY mattress topper to strategic pillow placement, here's how to make their guest room bed more comfortable fast
Sleep Survival Kit: 12 products to help you sleep well in the busiest of houses this holiday season
Noisy relatives? Here's what can help you sleep cozy and uninterrupted this Christmas — including a cheaper-than-Black-Friday white noise machine
No, hot chocolate isn't good for sleep — health expert explains why you should swap it for this 'golden' drink instead
Hot chocolate is the quintessential cozy beverage, but a dietician tells us it's not so good for our sleep...
Doctor warns this common food is wrecking our sleep — and we eat over 30lbs of it a year
This popular nutritious ingredient is surprisingly disruptive to your sleep, according to experts. Here's why and what to eat instead...
I'm a mattress topper expert — my top 5 tips for getting a good deal this Black Friday
Looking for a mattress topper this Black Friday? Here's a quick guide to finding a good deal in the sales
Beginner’s guide to Black Friday mattress deals — 5 key things to remember before you shop
The Black Friday mattress deals have landed — but before you shop, follow our guide to the 5 things you should know
An expensive mattress isn't always best — meet the cheap memory foam bed that outperformed many luxury rivals in our testing
We've tested and re-tested the Siena Signature Mattress, and this budget memory foam impressed in these three benefits...
