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.
Latest articles by Frances Daniels

I live in a building with no air conditioning — here’s how I get a good night’s sleep in summer
By Frances Daniels published
Heatwaves can ruin your sleep — especially if you don't have air conditioning. Here are five easy ways I keep my bedroom cool without AC.

Your morning shower is ruining your nighttime sleep, says expert — here’s why
By Frances Daniels published
Physician and sleep expert says a shower in the morning may make it harder to fall asleep at night

Watch this type of TV to fall asleep fast — plus 4 other expert-approved swaps I'm going to make to my nighttime routine
By Frances Daniels published
From choosing chocolate to revisiting your favorite shows, these nighttime routine swaps will help you fall asleep quicker

What is the best DreamCloud mattress in 2025?
By Frances Daniels last updated
Our in-depth guide to DreamCloud mattresses will help you find the best luxury bed for your sleep and budget.

I used a bed topper as a mattress — here’s 5 things I want you to know before doing the same
By Frances Daniels published
Can your mattress topper save you from sleeping on the couch? I left my air bed in the closet for two nights to find out...

Ease nighttime anxiety, reduce stress and fall asleep quickly with this simple sleep hack, says psychologist
By Frances Daniels last updated
We ask a psychologist all about the Constructive Worry sleep hack to fall asleep quickly

I'm sleeping on Amazon's best-selling EGOHOME Memory Foam Mattress — here's what I think so far
By Frances Daniels published
I've been sleeping on the EGOHOME Black 12" Mattress for a week to see if it really does deliver body-cradling comfort...

5 signs you need a bed topper and not a new mattress in the Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones last updated
Thinking of buying a mattress this Memorial Day? You may only need to buy a bed topper instead if you spot these signs.

3 red flags to watch out for when buying a cheap mattress online or in store
By Frances Daniels published
Buying a cheap good-quality mattress is important for both your sleep and budget. But buying a budget bed with these warning signs won't benefit either...

My 5 top tips for buying a cheap cooling mattress that actually works
By Frances Daniels published
You don't need to pay premium prices for a cooler sleep — just follow my top tips for buying a cheap cooling mattress

I’ve tested medium-firm mattresses — here’s why I don’t think they’re for everyone
By Frances Daniels published
Medium firm mattresses are touted as a sleep solution for everyone, but they aren't right for me — and they may not be right for you either...

Struggling to fall asleep fast? Your exercise routine may be to blame, says new sleep study
By Frances Daniels published
Prefer an evening workout? This is the best time to exercise if you want to avoid insomnia, says new sleep study.

New mattress too firm? Here’s the cheap product I swear by that’ll save you from replacing it
By Frances Daniels published
This budget buy will soften your hard mattress in no time — and Amazon is full of ‘em.

I’m a side sleeper — why does every mattress made for me feel too firm?
By Frances Daniels published
There are plenty of mattresses designed specifically for side sleepers, but why is every one I test too firm for me? Here's my theory...

Gwyneth Paltrow says you should buy this sleep product — I agree, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune
By Frances Daniels published
The actress gave some great tips for a good night’s sleep, but you don’t need a fancy product to get it

I've unboxed a dozen hybrid mattresses — here are 7 things I want you to know before buying one online
By Frances Daniels published
Shopping for a hybrid bed? I'm a mattress tester, here's my expert advice for unboxing one before you buy

Is a mattress topper good for back pain? Here's what sleep experts have to say
By Frances Daniels last updated
If you're waking up with back pain, here are the common signs that your mattress topper is the cause

What is April Theory? Expert says TikTok trend can help you sleep better
By Frances Daniels published
TikTok is full of dubious sleep trends, but a sleep expert explains how April Theory may be onto something...

Hay fever keeping you up? Doctor shares 7 tips on how to sleep with allergies
By Frances Daniels published
Can making these simple switches help you sleep with hay fever? Yes, an expert explains

What are pressure points and why are they so important when choosing a mattress?
By Frances Daniels published
Looking for a mattress that'll offer pain relief? You'll need to know what pressure points are first...

How to know if your mattress has fiberglass
By Frances Daniels last updated
Learn how to spot fiberglass in your mattress, plus the three best deals for fiberglass-free mattresses available right now.

Military Sleep Method vs Navy SEAL sleep technique to fall asleep fast: Which is best?
By Frances Daniels published
We compare these popular sleep techniques designed to help you fall asleep in two minutes

What is a bamboo mattress topper and should you buy one?
By Frances Daniels published
Bamboo mattress toppers promise a cooler night's sleep, but are they right for you? We take a look at their pros and cons
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