Latest articles by Claire Davies
I’m a sleep coach — 5 ways your naps are stopping you sleeping through the night
I've been taking a daily nap for over 18 months and still enjoy quality sleep at night. Here's what to do and what to avoid when napping in the day...
Do you really need a mattress or is sleeping on the floor better for you?
Tempted to sleep on the floor and ditch your mattress and pillows? Read this before making a decision.
How to use the Military Sleep Method to fall asleep fast at night
How to use the two-minute Military Sleep Method to fall asleep fast and quieten a racing mind before bed.
I’m a sleep coach — 3 nighttime routine mistakes that stop you from falling asleep fast
I’m a Certified Sleep Science Coach and these nighttime routine mistakes will stop you from falling asleep fast and sleeping through the night.
Hybrid mattresses don’t need a box spring — here’s why and what to use instead
Do hybrid mattresses need a box spring and why? We explain everything you need to know using this popular bed base with a foam and coil mattress.
I'm a mattress expert — the No 1 mistake people make after buying a bed in a box
Avoid leaving your mattress in its shipping box for months on end, otherwise you’ll have to replace it pretty quick. Here’s why…
I’m a mattress tester — 3 things I do before sleeping in a hotel bed
Three steps to getting a good (and hygienic) night's sleep on a hotel mattress.
I’m a mattress expert — the biggest mistake people make when choosing a mattress
I test mattresses for a living and this is the one thing I recommend avoiding when buying a new mattress – and the 5 things I do recommend.
How firm should a mattress be? A guide to the different levels and how to pick
Unsure which mattress firmness suits you best? Here’s a guide to the different levels and how to choose the right feel for you.
Relyon Bridgwater Dunlopillo Latex Mattress review 2025: Hotel luxury at its best
Is the medium-firm Relyon Bridgwater Dunlopillo Latex Mattress as sumptuous and supportive as it suggests? We review it to find out.
How to choose a mattress when shopping online – 5 tips from a bed-in-a-box expert
Shopping for a mattress online but don’t know where to start? Here’s how to pick the best bed for you.
Does TikTok’s Sleepy Girl Mocktail work? I’m a sleep science coach — here’s what I think
The Sleepy Girl Mocktail contains tart cherry and magnesium, but do either help you fall asleep easier or faster? Here’s my take as a sleep science coach.
What is a zero gravity bed and how do they ease sleep apnea and back pain?
From easing sleep apnea and snoring to relieving back pain and heartburn, zero gravity beds have a lot of benefits.
‘Why can’t I sleep?’ 7 common reasons from an ex-insomniac and sleep coach
If you’ve tried everything but you can’t switch off your brain to sleep, one of these common culprits might be the reason why.
I’m a sleep coach — this is the mattress topper I tell people with back pain to buy in Black Friday sales
The Tempur-Pedic Black Friday sale has a huge 40% off the Tempur-Adapt mattress topper, my top choice for easing hip and back pain in bed.
3 reasons to buy a mattress in this weekend's sales — don't wait for Black Friday
Stock levels are high, shipping is fast and the deals are red hot. We’re calling it — now is the best time to buy a new mattress, not Black Friday weekend.
What is mattress White Glove Delivery and which brands offer it for free?
This is what mattress White Glove Delivery means, plus a list of the top bed brands who offer this service free of charge.
Cyber Monday vs Black Friday mattress deals: when is the best time to buy a mattress?
Are the Black Friday mattress deals the best time to buy a mattress or do bigger sales arrive on Cyber Monday? We’ve analyzed past sales to find out.
How to prevent bed bugs getting into your mattress – 3 actions to take now
How to prevent an infestation of bed bugs in your mattress and bedding.
I’m a side sleeper with neck pain – this is the Prime Day pillow deal I’d buy
The Coop Home Goods Adjustable Pillow eased my side sleeper neck pain and it’s 20% off in today’s Prime Day sale
5 tips for handling sleep deprivation, from a sleep coach and new parent
I’m a Certified Sleep Science Coach and this is how I cope with sleep deprivation after having a baby.
New study reveals menopausal women lose 2.5 hours’ sleep a night
The study also found that 4 in 10 menopausal women have to sleep alone to try and get a better night’s sleep.
5 biggest mistakes people make when buying a mattress online
Avoid the common pitfalls of buying a mattress online, especially if you’ve never shopped this way before.
