Some couples have no problems sleeping in the same room, but not every couple is the same. When it comes to having a partner who snores, tosses and turns in the middle of the night, needs a different firmness to the mattress, or a different temperature to sleep, it may be time to think about […]

That’s right, the food you eat before you sleep can lead to nightmares. The next time you’re thinking about a little pre-sleep snack, be sure to avoid one that’ll wake you up in the middle of the night. Below are the foods to avoid before going to bed. Sugary Snacks For sweet dreams, avoiding sweets […]

It isn’t always easy getting the sleep you need when traveling, but did you know, what you drink could be sabotaging your rest? Summer is the time to enjoy a relaxing vacation, and that may mean sampling different wines or beers as you travel the globe. Here are a few tips to make sure wine […]

Do you know what gift to give dad for Father’s Day? A day with you of course! The best part about quality time is that it doesn’t have to be expensive, and we know that’s just what most parent’s love to hear, too. Here are a few simple, but fun, activities to do with dad. […]

Before going too far into teenagers not sleeping enough, it’s important to know how much they should be sleeping. Teenagers should sleep eight to ten hours while younger children, ages 6 – 12, are recommended to sleep nine hours. These numbers come from The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Sleep is important for many reasons. […]

What is the greatest gift you can give to your mother? Well, besides grandchildren, spending quality time together is the best gift of all! Memories aren’t bought, they’re made, and that’s why we’ll be focusing on priceless activities. First, be sure to figure out what your mom likes to do best. Does she enjoy staying […]

School isn’t over yet, but we bet it’s getting more and more difficult to wake your kids up and get them moving in the morning. If the usual routine isn’t working, then switching it up could make all the difference. In a survey of 2,000 parents done by Feather & Black, a designer of children’s […]

Ever had a pillow go missing? Or a blanket in some other room and a sibling swearing they had nothing to do with it? You may be a victim of sleepwalking. Sleepwalking is a disorder that causes a person walk in their sleep. The sleepwalker often can’t remember the event, and sometimes, the sleepwalker is […]

Spring break is just around the corner for some, and it could be the perfect time to gain some health benefits from a well-deserved vacation. A recent study looked at two different groups. One went on a vacation while the other group stayed at home. The results? Those that went on a vacation had a […]

Sunday March 11th marks everyone’s favorite night: The night we all lose an hour of sleep to Daylight Saving Time. This night is more than just an annoyance; however, as it has been known to wreak havoc on sleep schedules. It isn’t just sleep that is affected by this shifting of the clock hand either. […]

Ever wonder if the device you wear is accurately tracking your sleep, or just how well it compares to other brands? The truth is, there’s always a better way to track sleep than the wrist bands available on the market. That doesn’t mean they aren’t at least semi-successful, however. An undergraduate researcher at Brown University, […]

We’ve mentioned before the dangers of not getting the sleep you need. While depression can be a factor in sleeping less, not getting enough rest can also lead to depression (BedTimes). The good news? Just because one can cause the other, or be a symptom of it, that doesn’t mean it will. Everyone is different […]

Tired? Exhausted? Sleeping normal hours but waking up feeling like you haven’t slept at all? You may be getting too much REM sleep, and your diet could be pushing you there. REM sleep is the stage where dreaming typically occurs and has faster heart rate and breathing. REM sleep is considered less restorative than a […]

The holidays are over and New Year’s Resolutions are being put to the test. Those post-holiday snacks and junk food in the cupboards could cost you…close to two pounds, in fact. A study done by the University of Colorado Boulder, had participants that gained roughly two pounds (BedTimes). These same participants slept a mere five […]

Tired employees can be costly to a business. With the holiday season upon us, longer shifts means more exhausted employees. To learn how much this could be costing your business, check out the NSC Fatigue Cost Calculator. This online calculator was developed thanks to the combined efforts of the Itasca, Illinois-based National Safety Council and investigators at […]

If you’re a pet owner, then you already know the pros and cons of letting your furry friend sleep in the bedroom, but here’s one more point for the pros side! What’s the catch? While there are benefits to letting Fido sleep in the room with you, it’s still recommended that he be kept off […]