Wellness

Fall Asleep to These 7 Adult Bedtime Stories, Apps, and Podcasts

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Bedtime routines

The best ways to wind down.

What Is Box Breathing and How Does It Help You Get to Sleep?

February 1, 2022

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How Sleep Hypnosis Calms Overactive Minds Towards Dreamland

May 12, 2021

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It’s Time to Fall Back: 12 Feel-Good Ways to Use Your Extra Hour

October 7, 2024

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Hack your sleep health

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How to Sleep Train Your Baby Using the Ferber Method

This decades-old technique can teach your baby to self-soothe and to sleep through the night.

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The Week in Sleep News: January 27, 2023

Thinking happy thoughts may lead to better sleep. Psychologists are researching the impact of thinking of happy memories as you drift of to sleep.

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40% of Adults Still Sleep with a Stuffed Animal. Here’s Why

Finding comfort in an inanimate object isn’t just for kids.

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What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

Learn about SAD, how it may impact your sleep, and what you can do to combat symptoms

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Does Your Relationship Need a Sleep Divorce?

Giving each other a bit of space each night — literally — might help you and your partner get better sleep and get along better by day.

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Sleep Hygiene: How Your Habits Affect Your Sleep

New data from SleepScore Labs shows that what you do really does affect the quality of sleep you get each night. Here’s how to make the right choices.

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Tips from Sleep Experts™ and sleep editors

1. Find time for self-care before lights-out

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Dedicate 30-mins to "you" time during the day or before bed. This will help curb the urge for revenge bedtime procrastination.

2. Power down tech an hour before bed

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Blue light can cause your brain to keep you up longer than you might want. Tuck your tech away for a smoother wind down.

3. Cool yourself down on hot nights

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A drop in body temperature can signal to your brain that it's time for shut-eye. Cool your room or try a hot bath.

4. Try to wake up at the same time every morning

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A consistent wake time sets the stage for good sleep habits. Plus, who doesn't love waking up naturally?

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How to Get Good Sleep with a Newborn

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Parenting

Tip for raising children with healthy sleep habits

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The Nanit is Helping Babies — and Parents — Sleep Through the Night

January 28, 2022

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Excerpt of “Hello Sleep” By Dr. Jade Wu

February 7, 2023

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Relationship Between Postpartum Depression and Sleep

May 2, 2023

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Sleep troubles?

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What Are the Side Effects to Melatonin?

Melatonin has become a go-to sleep aid for many people, but before incorporating it into your bedtime routine, learn about the side effects.

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What Causes Insomnia?

If you’re having trouble sleeping, there can be many potential reasons

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The Week in Sleep News: August 12, 2022

While they may give you the heebie jeebies, spiders can dream.

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What Is Sleep Apnea and How Do I Manage It?

From the Greek word for breathless, sleep apnea isn't just snoring at night. Depending on the type of sleep apnea, this sleep disorder can cause major fatigue after a full night of sleep.