5 Tips & 5 Giveaways to Improve Your Sleep

I've been suffering from insomnia for years due to chronic pain. It's become increasingly worse since I'm now in perimenopause. I've tried prescription sleep aids but don't like how they make me feel (i.e., waking up with a headache the next morning, that "hungover" feeling the next day, and the worst was when I was sleep-eating). I'm now going the natural route and takie Melatonin and Valerian Root supplements. I also limit my caffeine intake to only one cup of coffee in the morning. I still have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep and look forward to reading other's comments on this blog for some tips. As you can see, I'm posting this comment at 1:25 AM when I should be sleeping but after tossing and turning for over two hours, I got up, started a load of laundry and came online. Ironically, I found this email "5 Tips and 5 Giveaways To Improve Your Sleep". Thanks!

I agree with shutting the TV and Computer off a while before bedtime. I also turn all the lights off except my table lamp and sit by the fire which is so relaxing to me, then I look forward to slipping into my bed with my new fleece sheets and heated mattress pad cover and it is a little slice of heaven and definitely something I look forward to.

I really find a cool pillow helps as to me nothing is worse than feeling hot when you sleep. The Sleep Number store has pillows and/or covers that help to keep your pillow cool and it's on my wish list!

I have a hard time falling asleep on a good day. I have been going through a very stressful time, and find it even more difficult! I will be following some of these suggestions. I do find nice soft sheets help, as does a body pillow. I unwind with a bath, a book and a cup of tea.

Reading helps me fall asleep sometimes, but I could use more help!

I used to have trouble sleeping because I'm worrying about the next day's to-do list. This was during my school days. Nowadays, I'm less stressed. I think to keep yourself from having trouble sleeping, you need to go to bed with a quiet mind. Perhaps doing meditation or yoga will really help those people who have trouble sleeping. It helps to clear your mind and relax your body. Now if only there are tips to help people sleep in new environments. I always have trouble when doing sleepovers at friends' houses or even at hotels. I just can't relax my mind and sleep.

Feathers and down. After buying a down throw several years ago and found it like sleeping in a cloud, I spent about $100 for a Serta down mattress topper. It so so comfortable and soft while the mattress underneath provide the needed support. Just shake the down topper to poof up the feathers when you make the bed. Also, Bath & Body Works sells a lavender bedding spray that enhances relaxation. A quick mist on the pillow helps me sleep.

I find reading helps me get to sleep.

As I get older, it seems that it is harder to fall asleep and also stay asleep through a good part of the night. I now take 3mg of melatonin at bedtime, use lavender scented lotion and read for about 30 minutes. That routine has helped me a lot.

I dont think I could survive sleeping in the wintere without my Sunbeam Camelot Dreams Heated Electric Blanket.

I cut down on my caffeine intake and make sure not to drink anything with caffeine after noon - it usually helps!

Eat dinner before 7pm. Take a warm bubble bath right before bed. I like to listen to the radio or reading a book will do me in. I have changed my sleeping habit because of my sleep apnea and it has helped me out a lot.

I absolutely love my Adaptive Sound Technologies Ecotones Duet Sleep Sound Machine that has peaceful sounds to help me fall asleep easily.

I make sure to take time to relax and wind down before I try to fall asleep. It can by anything - reading, music, or just laying and reflecting. It helps me to fall asleep faster and sleep better throughout the night.

I love using relaxing sleep sprays on my pillow and comforter. It sets the tone for the night and helps me get ready for bed.