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Reasons You May Fall Asleep at Work (And how to Prevent it)

Posted by Darian Dozier on May 18, 2022 4:34:00 AM

Falling asleep at work can be embarrassing and calls for disciplinary action, especially if you work in a place that absolutely requires your devote attention (e.g. schools, warehouse, etc.). Sometimes it feels like this enormous weight of sleep is upon you and there is nothing you can do but succumb to it. If it happens every now and again then it may be behavioral. But, if it's happening all the time, that can be cause for concern. Continue reading to find out why you may be falling asleep at work and how to prevent it. 

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How to Stay Asleep Throughout the Night: 10 Tips

Posted by Darian Dozier on May 16, 2022 2:17:00 PM

If you struggle with insomnia, then you may have issues staying asleep throughout the night. When you are sleep deprived, you can have issues with mood regulation, focus, attention, learning and memory. Sleep quantity is important - the number of hours you are in bed. However, sleep quality is also important - the type of sleep you are getting. 

Many individuals wake up in the middle of the night. Up to 35.5% of individuals wake up in the middle of the night at least three times per week. Wake ups normally happen in the earlier stages of sleep, or the light stages. Stress can cause these awakenings, fluctuations in blood sugar or hormones, as well as physical discomfort. Here are 10 things you can do to reduce these nighttime awakenings.  

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Sleep Routine: To Shower or Not to Shower?

Posted by Darian Dozier on Apr 3, 2022 6:42:00 AM

We write a lot about creating a sleep hygiene, or sleep routine, for optimal sleep. This means creating a list of activities that you do every night to get your mind and body ready for bed. This can include wind down activities like reading, drinking a cup of tea, yoga, etc. But what about showering? Many people love to have that warm shower or bath right before going to bed. Is it a good activity to include in your sleep hygiene? Continue reading to find out. 

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Yoga and Sleep

Posted by Darian Dozier on Mar 28, 2022 7:48:00 AM

 

Yoga is a great exercise for stretching, meditating, and strengthening the body. It is encouraged as a great activity to do before bed as it encourages reflection on the day and relaxes you for a good night of sleep. Here is some more information on what yoga is and why it's so restorative before sleep. 

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The Best Lotions and Bath Soaks to Help You Sleep at Night

Posted by Darian Dozier on Feb 11, 2022 10:00:00 AM

Getting the recommended 7-8 hours of sleep is important, but can be difficult due to a variety of reasons. Creating a sleep hygiene, or sleep routine can help to train your brain for sleep every night. It's almost like sleep training for adults. It's a series of routines that you do everyday to let your brain and body know that it's time to go to sleep. These routines should help relax you and calm your mind down for a good night's rest. 

If you've got a good sleep environment, but still have trouble going to sleep, then it could be due to the fact that you need to increase your relaxation before bed. A great way to do that is by applying sleep lotions or soaking in a bath with calming compounds. Here is a list of the best lotions and bath soaks to help you sleep all night. 

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Getting Good Sleep as a Parent - 5 great Tips

Posted by Darian Dozier on Jan 24, 2022 8:00:00 AM

As a new parent, or a parent with younger children, getting the recommended 7-8 hours of sleep can be almost impossible. However, regardless of how hard it is to get those hours, it's still important that you do. Sleep deprivation can make you irritable, moody, excessively tired in the daytime, all of which can affect your ability parent or work effectively. Continue reading for five really great tips for parents who need to increase their sleep. 

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How your Body Uses Calories and Why Sleep is So Important

Posted by Darian Dozier on Jan 17, 2022 7:50:00 AM

Did you know that you are actually burning calories while you sleep? You're not burning as much as you would working out for 30 minutes or running a marathon, but your body still has to work to keep alive, even though you're technically doing nothing. Continue reading to find out how your body uses calories and why sleep is so important.  

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How to Get your Newborn on a Sleep Schedule

Posted by Darian Dozier on Dec 12, 2021 8:00:00 AM

Everyone has heard the phrase you sleep when the baby sleeps. However, rarely does that ring true as new parents often try to get things done while their newborns are asleep. But scheduling things and planning around an unusual sleep pattern can be really difficult. Parents may shoot to get their newborns on a sleep schedule as soon as possible. To make things easier for parents and newborns, here are tips to help get those new babies on a sleep schedule. 

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The Best Activities to do Before Bed

Posted by Darian Dozier on Dec 10, 2021 8:00:00 AM

Building a sleep routine, or practicing good sleep hygiene, is important for helping your brain shut down and get ready for bed. It is especially useful for those who may struggle with insomnia. Sleep hygiene is a way to train your brain and body for sleep by giving it a regular sequence that it can recognize as something you do before bed. This process is very helpful for good sleep, but it can be difficult to get down. Here are some of the best activities you can do before bed and add into your sleep routine.

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How to Choose the Right Mattress for Your Best Sleep

Posted by Darian Dozier on Nov 27, 2021 9:25:00 AM

Choosing a mattress is a very important decision to make. The comfort of your mattress really determines the type of sleep that you will be able to get. If you find yourself waking up exhausted, or tossing and turning all night, it may be due to the discomfort of your mattress. Read below to check out how to best choose a mattress for your best sleep!

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