*Make sure your bed is comfortable (good mattress, no clutter)
*Keep your room dark and the temperature on the cool side (68-72 degrees) at night.
*If your feet are cold, wear socks to bed.
*Take a warm bath before bedtime.
*Limit your caffeine and alcohol consumption. Both can interfere with your sleep.
*Try using lavender scented products (such as bath salts and lotions) for their relaxing properties.
*Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day (weekends included).
*Keep electronics (TV, phone, laptop) out of the bedroom or at least turn them off 1-2 hours before bedtime.
*Consider implementing a soothing bedtime routine (i.e.: read a book, listen to quiet music, have a cup of caffeine free herbal tea).
*When possible, enlist the help of family or friends so you can find some time to recharge.
*And if you have a baby, toddler or young child who is not sleeping well, please reach out to me directly at: [email protected] to learn how I can help your family get the gift of sleep!
Yours in sleep,
Tracie / Rest Well Baby