Do you find yourself waking up with a dry mouth and wondering what causes it? Consistently waking up with a dry mouth can be uncomfortable and unpleasant; for some people, dry mouth can cause enough irritation that it wakes them from sleep, disrupting their overall sleep cycle. Why We Get a Dry Mouth One of […]
Recharging your body with restful sleep is one of the most important ways to support overall health. Too many of us try to cheat the system by staying up late or getting up early all in the name of productivity. Science has shown us that this is ultimately not a smart life-hack and that when […]
Insomnia is exhausting. What makes it more difficult is that sleep problems affect people differently, so finding a solution can feel impossible. One of the more common types of insomnia is an occasional difficulty falling asleep at night that leads to an abrupt waking up in the middle of the night, with little hope of […]
When you’re a new parent, a good night’s sleep may seem like a thing of the past. You love your children more than words could say, but what you wouldn’t give for a solid 8 hours, free from unpredictable interruptions. Although you can’t control everything, there are a few things you can try with your […]
It seems that now more than ever, people are having a hard time achieving satisfying sleep at night. Maybe you’re someone who has occasional insomnia. Maybe you inexplicably wake up several times a night, or awaken in the morning feeling anything but rested. Whatever the case, if you’re looking for more rest to achieve the […]
The popularity of weighted blankets has taken off in recent years. These blankets are made of heavy cloth or other materials to add weight. A good weighted blanket will distribute weight evenly, so the user never feels uncomfortable. At the same time, they breathe so that the user won’t get too hot. What Do Weighted […]
If you’ve been having unusual dreams, you’re not alone. People all around the world report increased frequency of dreams, and increased recall of the events in those dreams, during stressful or uncertain times, including during the coronavirus pandemic. If we can learn anything from anecdotal reports, those dreams are a little weirder than normal, too. […]
Sleep is crucial for growing kids and their mental and physical development. But for some kids, bedtime can be a struggle, whether they have a hard time falling asleep or they wake up throughout the night. This can be especially stressful on school nights, when parents know that they’ll be dealing with a grumpy, sleepy […]
In today’s hectic world, many of seem to use busyness as a form of currency. We’re too busy to take a day off, read a book, go for a walk, fold the laundry, or get a good night’s sleep. Many adults believe that they were designed to function of less than the recommended 7-9 hours […]
Most Americans start the new year by setting a host of goals, mantras, and new year’s resolutions. Common choices include saving money, losing weight, reading more, or traveling. Sadly, there are a host of statistics which show that 80% of those who set resolutions will abandon them by the second week of February. This year, […]
