Articles by Claire Davies, Sleep Editor, Certified Sleep Science Coach

Claire is a Sleep Editor and Certified Sleep Science Coach for our sister website Tom's Guide, and is the go-to person for getting great product recommendations for better sleep. As an expert mattress reviewer, Claire has tested memory foam and hybrid mattresses from a range of top-rated brands, and has extensive experience of testing bedding too. Claire regularly speaks to certified sleep specialists, such as chartered psychologists and doctors of sleep medicine, to stay on top of the research and techniques that can help you enjoy better quality sleep, and she speaks with industry specialists about the latest mattress trends and new releases. Before delving into the world of sleep, Claire was Health & Wellness Editor at Top Ten Reviews, and before that a Senior Content Editor at T3. Having suffered with insomnia for years, Claire knows how much of a difference a good night's sleep can make and is passionate about helping others to sleep better too.

Articles by: Claire Davies

A man lies next to an open fridge door to stay cool when trying to sleep in hot weather

How to sleep in hot weather: expert advice on how to survive the heatwave

By Claire Davies last updated 12 June 23

Learn how to sleep in hot weather with these expert tricks, hacks and techniques.

Why pillows turn yellow – and how to tell if they’re healthy to sleep on

By Claire Davies last updated 16 March 23

Learn why pillows turn yellow or brown, and how you can tell whether they're safe to sleep on.

A man lies on his bed listening to a sleep podcast on his Apple AirPods

These are the top sleep podcasts for falling asleep faster

By Claire Davies last updated 14 December 22

Find the best sleep podcasts for helping you to drift off faster and easier at night.

A man with short brown hair sleeps comfortably in a white bed

How to use the Military Sleep Method to fall asleep faster at night

By Claire Davies, Grace Franks last updated 7 December 22

The Military Sleep Method can help you drop off in just two minutes – here's how...

The Emma Mattress shown on a black metal bed frame and photographed against a green background

This is how long a memory foam mattress lasts – and when to replace yours

By Jo Plumridge, Claire Davies last updated 6 December 22

Memory foam mattresses are long-lasting but only if you care for them – here’s why and what you need to do.

A couple go mattress shopping for a new bed offered on a risk free mattress trial

What is a mattress trial and does it get you a free mattress?

By Claire Davies last updated 26 July 22

A mattress trial enables you to test out your new bed at home for a set period of time, but not all of them are risk-free.

Image shows a white mattress with a green headboard covered in white bed linens and pillows

This is why your mattress has yellow stains — and how to remove them

By Becks Shepherd, Claire Davies last updated 21 July 22

A cleaning expert shares the main causes of yellow mattress stains, how to get them out, and if they’re safe to sleep on.

A young couple place frozen bed sheets on their mattress during the summer to help them sleep cooler

Will TikTok’s frozen bed sheet sleep hack ruin your mattress?

By Claire Davies last updated 21 July 22

Yes it’s too hot to sleep, but are frozen bed sheets more trouble than they’re worth?

A college student falls asleep in front of her laptop on the couch while studying

Back to school: pro tips and tech to help you sleep better at college

By Claire Davies published 19 July 22

Heading back to school soon? Here's how to sleep better (and why), plus six essential products to help.

Image shows an unmade bed with a mattress that's sagging slightly in places

You can’t fix a sagging mattress, but you can reduce the sag – here’s how

By Jo Plumridge last updated 12 July 22

Mattresses deteriorate with age, so here's how to minimize sagging in a mattress to extend its lifespan.

A woman lies awake in bed at night because she has insomnia

TikTok doctor shares the sleep technique that solved his insomnia

By Claire Davies published 21 June 22

Ever heard of paradoxical intention? Here’s how one TikTok doctor used it to help him overcome insomnia.

Image shows the Simba Hybrid Pro Mattress rolled up and vacuum-sealed while placed on a bed next to a blue Simba shipping box

How we test mattresses: our review process explained

By Claire Davies published 8 April 22

Here we explain the TechRadar mattress methodology and how we create each of our reviews.

Man sleeping wearing sleep tracking headband

Sleep Awareness Week 2022 – tech and tips for better sleep

By Cat Ellis, Claire Davies last updated 19 March 22

Sleep Awareness Week 2022 and World Sleep Day are here, and to celebrate we'll be sharing sleep advice, tech and tips

Woman resting in bed holding phone and wearing headphones

How to sleep better: 5 gadgets to tackle your biggest sleep problems

By Claire Davies last updated 17 March 22

Sleep tech for snorers, insomniacs, light sleepers and more

A man wakes up happy after a great night's sleep

Neuroscientist reveals her secret to better sleep — and it’s easy to use

By Claire Davies last updated 15 March 22

According to neuroscientist Anne-Sophie Fluri, what you do at the start of your day affects how well you sleep. Here’s why…

Olympic athlete Greg Rutherford lies on a Dreams Team GB mattress

How to sleep like an Olympic athlete: Greg Rutherford shares his best tips

By Claire Davies published 3 February 22

Olympic athlete Greg Rutherford tells TechRadar why sleep is important, and why a bedtime routine helps you fall asleep

A smiling young woman waking up and stretching in a comfy looking bed after a night's sleep

Welcome to TechRadar’s Sleep Week 2021: tech and tips for better sleep

By Claire Davies, Cat Ellis last updated 7 November 21

To mark the clocks going back, TechRadar is launching a week-long look at all things sleep.

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