Latest articles by Frances Daniels
Not everyone should sleep on their left side — leading sleep doctor explains why
From reducing sleep apnea to lowering your Alzheimer's risk, Dr Michael Breus explains how the side you sleep on impacts your health.
How to sleep better at a hotel if you're away from home this Christmas
Our go-to tips for how to sleep better at a hotel, including why you should always request a room on the top floor.
Nutritionists reveal the best (and worst) festive food for sleep
The three festive foods to load up on to fall asleep easier this Christmas — and four you should leave on the table
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.
Your Christmas tree could be ruining your sleep, expert warns — here’s why
Dr Sophie Bostock reveals how your Christmas tree lights could be impacting your sleep, and what you can do to enjoy your tree and a good night's sleep.
How to make a mattress softer, firmer or less saggy
Wondering how to make a mattress softer, firmer, cooler or more contouring? Here's what you need to do...
5 things you should do before bed (and 3 you shouldn’t) to fall asleep fast
From simple breathing exercises to natural sleep aids, here are the dos and don’ts of falling asleep quickly and easily.
What are Japanese floor mattresses and are they healthy to sleep on?
From saving space to providing firm support on a budget, a Japanese floor mattress has lots of benefits, but they won't suit everyone – here's why.
What is a split king mattress, are they worth it and should you switch?
From superb motion isolation to adjustable firmness, a split king mattress has a lot of benefits. But are they worth it?
I'm a sleep writer — here's what I do when I can't sleep
If you don’t know what to do when you can’t sleep, try the simple tricks that I use to drift off
5 ways a hot water bottle helps you get to sleep fast in cold weather
Sleep expert Max Kirsten reveals how a hot water bottle helps you get to sleep fast on cold winter nights, plus how to pick the best hot water bottle for sleeping.
Cyber Monday mattress deals 2023 — the best sales still available
These huge Cyber Monday mattress sales are still available and will help you save big on expert-rated hybrid, memory foam, latex and cooling mattresses, plus bed toppers.
The 7 best Black Friday mattress sales in the UK right now — save up to £1,100!
UK Black Friday Mattress sales are now live, and they can save you up to £1,100 on hybrid, organic and memory foam beds.
How to remove mold from a mattress: 3 pro tips from a cleaning expert
Wondering how to get rid of mold on your mattress and whether it’s safe to sleep on? We have expert answers for you.
I tried this fall asleep fast method with 23 million views on YouTube — here’s what happened
Jason Stephenson’s free guided sleep meditation has over 24 million views on YouTube, but does it really help you fall asleep in minutes? I tried it for a week to find out.
What do mattress toppers do? 5 key facts and why you should buy one in Black Friday sales
We answer common mattress topper questions, including what do they do and how they can help with back pain.
Beginner’s guide to Black Friday mattress deals shopping – 5 key things to remember
Find the perfect Black Friday mattress deal with our expert shopping tips.
How to know if your mattress has fiberglass inside – and if it's safe to sleep on
How to spot fiberglass in your mattress, plus the three best fiberglass free mattresses to buy in the Black Friday sales.
How to return a mattress bought in this year’s Black Friday sales
How to return a mattress to Amazon, Mattress Firm, Nectar, DreamCloud and more with our how-to guide ahead of Black Friday.
