Exercise isn’t just good for your health, it’s also great for getting a good night’s sleep and for fighting off the dreaded insomnia! A study done by Kelly Glazer Baron, a clinical psychologist, said that “…older women suffering from insomnia said their sleep improved from poor to good when they exercised. They had more energy […]

Have you ever noticed that you find sleeping in a cool room preferable to sleeping in a warm one? Or have you ever noticed how amazing a cool pillow feels compared to a warm one? If so, then you won’t be surprised to hear that the perfect temperature for a good night’s sleep is between 60° […]

If you’ve had trouble sleeping at night, it may be due to the way you use your bed the rest of the day. It’s only natural to want to do activities like browsing the internet, reading a book, watching a show, or playing video games in bed. After all, the bed can often be far […]

Whether you’re a parent with a newborn or a young child, a college student cramming for a big test or panicking over a ten-page paper, or a worker who’s stressing out over a project due the next day, many of us can relate to the fatigue of pulling an all-nighter. While many try to ‘catch […]

While staying up late for a rare occasion may have little cause for alarm, doing it too often, as has been indicated in prior research, does have some serious health issues. Binging is often associated with a rise in anxiety, depression and fatigue. As we discussed in a previous blog, time in front of a […]

Getting better sleep isn’t always easy, but it is necessary! Too little sleep can leave you groggy and make it difficult to accomplish your daily goals. Worse yet, insomnia can leave you exhausted the next day. With these easy tips, we can have you sleeping the way you deserve! So, as we always say, “Quit […]

A recent study by BBC suggests that toddlers who use a touchscreen sleep slightly less than those that don’t. The study suggests that for every hour a toddler spent on a tablet they lost 15 minutes of sleep. On the bright side, it is believed that toddlers who use touchscreens develop fine motor skills quicker […]

Financial insomnia is a real thing. Two out of three Americans said their sleep was affected by financial concerns. A survey done in 2009, back when financial troubles were on the rise due to the U.S. economy, job losses, mortgage crisis, and a rise in personal bankruptcy. While some of this has been getting better, […]

Have you ever lain awake, waiting for sleep to come? Many experts suggest that if you’re awake for more than 20 minutes, that you should get out of bed. An assistant professor of neurology at the University of Michigan Medicine’s Sleep Disorders Center, Shelley Hershner, suggested moving to a dark and quiet room and then […]

The following is from the Better Sleep Council where they looked at common misconceptions about sleep and whether Americans understand what’s correct.  Let’s see how well you fare: Do you believe that nothing’s really happening when you doze?   154 million Americans believe this statement and yet research shows the brain recharges during sleep and stays […]

According to research conducted by the Better Sleep Council, although 85% of people say sleep is important to health, 42% of people report they aren’t getting enough shut-eye.  In fact 66% say they need 8 or more hours of sleep to feel “well-rested and energized in the morning,” but only 27% actually manage that many.  […]

According to the Better Sleep Council’s recent research, consumer’s satisfaction with their sleep quality correlates with the age of their mattress.  Those sleeping on newer mattresses sleep better than those going to bed every night on a mattress set they’ve had for more than a decade.  Specifically, nearly a quarter (24%) of people sleeping on […]

According to a Better Sleep Council survey, individuals realize that good health isn’t the result of only one action or habit, but they overwhelmingly agree that sleep is a foundation of wellness, with 85% of respondents rating it as very important to their own health and well-being.  Falling in line behind sleep were a healthy […]

A good night’s sleep is the most important factor for good health and well-being—more vital to wellness than even a healthy diet, exercise or regular medical checkups, according to consumers surveyed on behalf of the Better Sleep Council (BSC).  Consumers also see a clear connection between the quality of the sleep they get each night […]

Thinking of a new mattress?  Think no more!  Join us on May 4th, 5th and 6th for a special mattress sale to celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2017!  Wolf will have special sales on twin mattresses ($59.00) and queen sets ($175.00), along with many more discounted mattresses and futons!  Thinking of an adjustable base?  Wolf has […]

People who don’t get enough sleep are more likely to have bigger appetites due to the fact that their leptin levels (leptin is an appetite-regulating hormone) fall, promoting appetite increase. Losing out on sleep creates a viscous cycle in your body, making you prone to various factors contributing to weight gain.  For optimal health, experts […]