There are many reasons why people have trouble sleeping. Try keeping a sleep journal if you're having "off" sleep patterns. Sometimes it's the most minor thing that has us struggling.
- Obvious one, don't drink a lot of fluids after about 7pm
- Be mindful of caffeine or sugar in the things you snack on at night
- Don't go to bed too early, and avoid napping during the day
- Don't over eat at dinner
- Try reading something calming before bed
- Take a warm bath or shower
- Have a glass of milk
- Put your electronics away an hour before bed time
If you wake up in the middle of the night try to avoid drinking cold water. That's my thing. I wake up and the first thing I do is go to the fridge for a glass of ice water. For one, you'll have to get up again to pee, and cold water wakes you up.
Try your best to avoid any sleep aids if at all possible. These can have a really bad effect on you, and can leave you feeling like you have a sleeping pill "hang over". Unless you have a good natural sleep aid, then by all means use it!
Here's to healthy sleep habits.
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