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

A happy, smiling baby rests on his or her back in a baby crib with black and white decor. A Nanit Pro baby monitor system. Read our review of the Nanit from a parent who tried it.

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?

A young woman dressed in gray loungewear lies on a purple acupressure mat with white spikes. Sleeping on an acupressure mat has helped some people with pain, stress, and anxiety before bed.

How an Acupressure Mat Could Benefit Your Sleep

Fans say that lying on a spiked mat — a practice similar to Acupuncture — can relieve stress, pain, and anxiety before bed.

A man sits upright in bed with the covers pulled over his knees. He sketches a doodle into a notebook. This article explores the relationship between sleep deprivation and creativity.

Does Sleep Deprivation Make You More Creative?

Creative types have been seduced by the idea for generations, but do you really have to be an insomniac to make great art?

A young man who may be suffering from covidsomnia rests on the bed, trying to get a good night's sleep.

What to Know About Covidsomnia

Yes, Covidsomnia is real. Here are some tips for managing sleeplessness in a pandemic.

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Should You Take a Sleep Apnea Test at Home or in a Lab?

A lot depends on your situation and comfort level. Here’s what to know about getting a diagnosis and treatment plan for sleep apnea.

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Should You Wake a Sleepwalker? 13 Sleepwalking Facts You Should Know

We asked experts to debunk sleepwalking myths, and learned, yes, you can and probably should wake up a sleepwalker.

What Are Hypnic Jerks and What Do They Mean?

Have you ever managed to finally drift off to sleep only to be startled awake by a free-falling sensation? Learn about those sleep starts and what causes the common phenomenon.

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