We hope the weather holds sunny, warm, and with clear skies this Father’s Day for all the outdoor grilling, kite flying, fishing, or whatever dad wants to do! Picking a gift for dad can be easy, particularly for dads who don’t like to cook. Having a meal prepared for them is a great way to […]

Perhaps one of the strangest periods of our day is the time in which we sleep. While much of our day may be consumed with routine exercises in work, travel, texting, eating, and general living, at night, all that changes. During sleep, our brains shift away from the mundane and into the fantastical. “Some sleep […]

When it comes to Mother’s Day, spending quality time with mom is one of the best gifts to give! Flowers, breakfast in bed (on a comfy Wolf mattress of course), or spending the day crafting or shopping together can all be great gifts for mom as well. Don’t forget the sheer joy she’ll have in […]

There are many things we know about sleep, and there are many things we don’t. One of the most peculiar processes of sleep is perhaps the most well-known, REM sleep. We’ve gathered a few of the more unusual facts of this time of rapid eye movement and listed them below. How many did you know? […]

Sleep deprivation is no laughing matter, though it can leave you feeling so out of it you laugh at the strangest things. One of the other side effects from sleep deprivation is sleep walking. Somnambulism, or sleep walking, is a behavioral disorder. This particular disorder is more common in children than adults, so it is […]

Thinking of doing some traveling during spring break? Travel is good for reducing stress and making for a more relaxing break, when done right. For more on the benefits of travel, check out our blog Spring vacation coming up?             One of the best ways to help make a break from work or school a […]

March tenth begins Daylight Saving Time here in Indiana. As can be expected, this change in time causes a stir each year as the clocks are set forward an hour and we all lose sleep. Aside from the usual complaints, there are the silent ones as our bodies internal clocks are disrupted by the abrupt […]

There are plenty of things that can put your sleep schedule into disarray, including vacations and school breaks. These times can be great for catching up on sleep, particularly for the sleep deprived, but they can also disrupt sleep schedules which can disrupt a person’s sleep cycle for several weeks. This means that while the […]

Valentine’s Day is notorious for sugary heart-shaped treats. Sugar eaters beware, eating sugar before bed can bring a fitful night of sleep with sugar induced nightmares. The good news is, eating candy, cookies, cakes, chocolates, or other delectable goodies doesn’t have to be avoided to skip the nighttime horrors. Simply avoiding the treats four hours […]

It’s that time of year to make a change for the better! The best advice we’ve heard on changing old habits to better ones is to take it one good decision at a time. Sometimes it’s that one shift of action that brings about the benefits. For instance, did you know that sleeping better can […]

It should be no mystery that the best way to start off the day right is to have a great night’s sleep. If proper sleep or a proper mattress isn’t on your list for a better year, we suggest adding it! And here are some reasons why: improved memory, stronger immune system, better cognitive clarity, […]

Last month we looked at the importance and interesting qualities of Stages 3 and 4 of sleep. Now we’ll be talking about the most exciting part of the sleep cycle, rapid eye movement, or REM, sleep. Sleep is often described as either REM or NREM (non-REM) sleep; yet, REM sleep only takes up about one-fifth […]

Humans aren’t the only ones who need sleep. “Every animal, without exception, exhibits at least a primitive form of sleep” (Finkel, 56). Dolphins, for example, sleep using only half their brain at a time. By having one hemisphere of their brain active while the other hemisphere rests they can swim continuously. Perhaps more familiar to […]

We hope you found last month’s look into stages one and two of sleep to be insightful and enjoyable. If so, then we hope you’ll join us as we look at the deep sleep stages. Unlike the first two stages that are for shifting through the day’s events (often in the form of dreaming), the […]

While the upcoming end of Daylight-Saving Time may feel like a boon, it actually plays havoc on your sleep. The ‘Falling Back’ to sleep part can feel great that first day, but as with any change in a sleep routine, the side effects can last from one to several weeks. For those that rise early, […]

Insomnia is no fun. To help combat insomnia, which is a difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep, here are a few tips to help you fall asleep consistently!  Reduce, limit, or eliminate… Reduce stress with relaxation techniques before bed. Deep breathing, imagery, meditation, and biofeedback are some great techniques to try. Making plans for […]