House No. 23's Ultimate Guide to Better Sleep
Wow, it's already the middle of October and the dreaded time change is less than a month away. Since we are in the business of all things cozy, we thought we could recommend some of our best sleep practices, to help you stay dreaming even longer. Sleep is the best form of recovery, reducing inflammation, and to help with overall health. It is when the brain can turn off and repair itself, helping to improve mood and brain performance. We have all been there, when you feel the brain fog, due to lack of a good night's sleep. We’ve compiled some of our favorite ways, that have aided with our getting more adequate sleep, by just implementing some simple tips.
First Things First: Make your Bed a Sanctuary-
Invest in quality bedding and sleepwear, which can have a big impact on sleep. Choosing the softest fabrics that are breathable, can allow the body temperature to regulate better, and enhance your deep sleep. We purposefully use Organic Gauze Cotton for our bedding and loungewear, with this in mind. Lightweight, soft, and comfortable are key. While it may be an investment to purchase high-quality bedding and loungewear, the materials are worth it! Long lasting, and unmatched softness, for all of those hours spent dozing in comfort.
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Create a Relaxing Bedtime Routine-
Whether it is reading, meditation, a warm bath with your favorite bath soak, or some sleepy time tea, give your brain the signal that it is time to sleep, by establishing a pre-sleep ritual. Make it a habit! We love the Quiet Mind Herbal Tea from Wild & Tea.
Limit Screen Time Before Bed-
Sure, it can be hard to put the phone down or turn off your favorite show, but it is an important part of a good night’s sleep. Blue light can hinder the release of melatonin, the hormone that makes us feel drowsy. Turning off devices around 30 minutes before bed, is a rule we try to stick by. Reading has become one of our favorite ways to put down the phone and just relax before bed.
Watch What you Consume-
Being mindful of caffeine and alcohol intake, close to bedtime, can help improve your sleep. Try to avoid that after-dinner coffee or maybe switch to decaf. Alcohol can alter the sleep stages and cause interrupted sleep. Limiting intake, close to bedtime, will help to get you into your deep sleep cycle!
💤 Exercise, The Natural Sleep Aid-
Not only good for your body, but helpful for sleeping! Getting in a daily movement, can help reduce stress and make you sleep better at night. Even just 30 minutes a day can help to improve your sleep quality. Try to stick to morning or afternoon, as too close to bedtime can give you an adrenal kick.
Stick to a Sleep Schedule-
Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, may help with sleep quality. Getting your body adjusted and used to the routine, even on weekends, can aid in better sleep. This is the time for your brain to have downtime, and repair itself. Plus, you may start to wake-up naturally, without the need of an alarm even!
Ultimately, better sleep doesn’t require a complete lifestyle change, but rather small changes that can make a big difference. Try incorporating these simple routines and swapping out synthetic fabrics for soft, organic cottons, to help you get the deep sleep you deserve. Investing in yourself is worth it!
Sweet Dreams!
Sources for information:
Sleep and Fabric
Effects of Blue Light on Sleep
