Frances Daniels
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 2024 guide. She is hugely interested in the relationship between good sleep and overall health, interviewing a wide array of mattress and sleep experts to create well-informed articles about important topics such as nutrition, sleep disorders (from sleep apnea to night terrors), lucid dreaming, sleep hygiene, and mattress care. She is also our specialist on mattress toppers — producing mattress topper reviews and taking care of our Best Mattress Toppers 2024 guide — and takes the lead on all content related to fiberglass-free mattresses for a clean, non-toxic sleep.
Latest articles by Frances Daniels
Memory foam vs latex: Which mattress material is best for your sleep?
By Frances Daniels published
Memory foam and latex are both found in some of the best mattresses, but which one is best for your sleep? Here's how to choose...
Medium vs firm mattress: Which is the best comfort level for you?
By Frances Daniels published
We compare the main differences in terms of support and comfort between a medium vs firm mattress.
5 signs you should be sleeping on a memory foam mattress, not a hybrid bed
By Frances Daniels published
While hybrid mattresses suit most sleepers, some people may sleep better on a memory foam bed — here's why...
5 signs you should be sleeping on a hybrid mattress, not a memory foam bed
By Frances Daniels published
Both memory foam and hybrid mattresses provide superb comfort, but is a hybrid better for you? These are the signs that you should switch.
Dunlop vs Talalay latex: Which natural mattress material is best for your sleep?
By Frances Daniels published
Latex is a great material if you want a durable, eco-friendly cooling mattress, but is Dunlop or Talalay best for your sleep? here's how to pick...
What is pressure relief in a mattress and why is it important for hip and back pain during sleep?
By Frances Daniels published
Good pressure relief can be found in mattresses that help reduce and prevent hip and back pain, but what exactly is it?
I tried TikTok's favorite breathing technique for sleep but it didn't work for me — here's why
By Frances Daniels published
The 4-7-8 breathing method has become a popular sleep technique on social media, but will it help me to fall asleep faster?
Is memory foam toxic in mattresses or healthy to sleep on? We take a closer look
By Frances Daniels published
Memory foam mattresses and pillows are good for pressure relief and comfort, but are they toxic to sleep on? Here's what you need to know.
Where to get rid of a mattress: 3 places to responsibly dispose of an old bed
By Frances Daniels published
Have a new bed? Here are the top three places where you can get rid of your old mattress without resorting to landfill.
What is a blow up mattress and are they healthy to sleep on for long periods?
By Frances Daniels published
Blow up mattresses make great temporary beds for campers and unexpected guests, but are these sleeping pads right for you?
5 signs that you’ve chosen the wrong mattress — and how to remedy it
By Frances Daniels published
If you aren't getting a good night's sleep, here are the tell-tale signs that your mattress is wrong for you — and ways to fix it.
How to set up a mattress in a box: 5 dos and don'ts for getting your new bed ready
By Frances Daniels published
Buying a mattress in a box ahead of Presidents' Day? Read our expert tips on how to set it up ready for sleep.
Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress review 2024
By Alison Barretta last updated
We review the Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress to discover whether this budget-friendly, all-natural bed is good for your sleep as well as the planet
This is what happens to your mattress if you don’t change your sheets often
By Frances Daniels published
From dust mites to stains, here's the dirt on why you should change your bed weekly, especially if you have a cold.
Can you sleep on a mattress while it's expanding? We asked Helix, Purple, Emma and more
By Frances Daniels published
We asked several leading bed companies, from Nectar to Purple, whether you can sleep on a mattress while it's expanding — here's what they said.
How to get rid of your old mattress — our guide to removal, recycling and donation
By Frances Daniels published
Learn how to get rid of your old mattress responsibly with our simple guide to removal, recycling and donation.
Expert shares 5 common sleep apnea symptoms in children and when they’re likely to appear
By Frances Daniels published
Leading sleep apnea expert Prof. Esther Rodriguez-Villegas shares how to spot the common symptoms of sleep apnea in children — and what you should do.
How to make your bed the Scandinavian Sleep Method way — a complete bedding guide
By Frances Daniels published
A guide to making your bed when using the Scandinavian Sleep Method, including what bedding you need, how to air it and more.
What is the Scandinavian Sleep Method and why are so many couples using it?
By Frances Daniels last updated
What you need to know about the Scandinavian Sleep Method, from how it works to what bedding you could use.
Textiles expert answers 5 common questions about how to clean, flip and repair a mattress
By Frances Daniels published
Textiles designer Lydia Lloyd answers the most searched for questions about mattress care — from whether you should flip your mattress to how often you should clean it.
What are floor mattresses — and is sleeping on the floor healthy?
By Frances Daniels published
Floor mattresses are a great way to save space and money. But what are these compact beds, and are they healthy to sleep on?
If you sleep in this position you're more prone to nightmares, says dreams expert
By Frances Daniels published
Best-selling dream expert Theresa Cheung shares how sleep positions influence dreams — and it’s all to do with breathing.
How to wake up early on winter mornings and feel energized instead of tired
By Frances Daniels published
Follow these tips for how to wake up early in the morning and you'll be springing out of bed all winter-long.
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