Let's all sleep in!

Did you know that May is Better Sleep Month? Now that’s a holiday that we could all probably benefit from celebrating! I think half of our population probably walks around at least a little sleep deprived – I know my household sure does! Sure, I have the excuse of having a 3 month old, but even before my little angel was born, my husband and I never seemed to get enough sleep.

Sorry honey, I’ve got to tell on you… I sometimes say that I love my husband to death but he’s got to be one of the sleeping-est people I know. We joke that sleeping is his hobby. Truth is, he never seems to get enough sleep. I’m sure it doesn’t help that he routinely goes to bed after 1 AM, but even when he has the chance to sleep in, he can sleep until all hours of the day. And of course, it wouldn’t be fair if I didn’t also tell on myself. I love to sleep in, but over the years I’ve come to realize that losing my day isn’t nearly as fun, even as much as I do enjoy my sleep. So, I get up, regardless of how much I would like to stay in the warm, comfortable, tempting bed that calls my name… sigh…

But, in a world where insomnia and many other sleep disorders reign, it’s no wonder we’re all walking around in a fog. How many times have you heard someone say that there’s just not enough hours in the day? That seems to be our motto! Well, until we can figure out how to find those extra hours, here are a few tips from the Better Sleep Council.

Determine your sleep requirements. Determining the amount of sleep you need each night to be fully alert the next day is a big step towards sleep environment control. You should try to get at least your minimum sleep requirement each night, if not more. Most adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep each night.

Reduce Noise. Keeping your bedroom noise level at a minimum creates an ideal, relaxed sleep environment. Consider removing your television and/or radio from the bedroom.

Create a comfortable bed. Evaluating your mattress is important - is it giving you the support and comfort you need to get a good night's sleep?

Engage in pre-bedtime relaxation. Engaging in a relaxing, non-alerting activity at bedtime such as reading or listening to music will help you sleep better. Avoid activities that are mentally and physically stimulating that might keep you awake.

Develop a Bedtime Ritual. Keeping the same routine each night just before bed signals your body to settle down for the night. Set a regular schedule that takes you from dusk to dawn.

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