There are various factors when it comes to choosing baby’s bedding. Baby blankets should ensure the safety of the child and unlike adults your baby will not care what color the blanket or that it matches the room’s décor. Infants generally do not need a pillow or a heavy comforter until they are older due to the risk of suffocation. In today’s market you can purchase either the traditional baby blanket or opt for a wearable blanket otherwise known as a sleep sack. When purchasing either a blanket or sleep sack, make sure it is not very large or the baby might get entangled feeling uncomfortable or have trouble breathing. Also the material should be soft and smooth like 100% cotton, as well as washable. What new information is available about baby blankets and SIDS? Read more »
Rest Assured on Seven (7) Hours of Sleep
Experts believe that your rest is assured on seven (7) hours of sleep, but what if you are sick with a cold or flu? How many hours do you need when you are sick? Suffering from a hacking cough, throbbing head, a sore throat and a stuffy nose; you’ve got a cold or even the flu and all you want to do is sleep easy. With all these symptoms you might find that a restful night’s sleep is impossible, especially since cold and flu symptoms seem to get worse at night and can interfere with sleep at a critical time when your body needs rest the most. Congestion also worsens during the night as we produce more mucus and it forces us to breathe through our mouth instead of our nose when we lie down in bed. Mouth breathing irritates airways causing us to cough more often that can interrupt our sleep. The end result, we get less sleep and wake up feeling drained, which only makes your cold and flu symptoms seem worse. Read more »
Body Clock Secrets to Sleep Easy
A new study released in Scotland shows that by unlocking your body clock secrets to sleep easy will treat other conditions like jet lag and illnesses such as diabetes. Scientist now understand that the body clock works in all forms of life and this new knowledge will help treat health related issues for individuals with out-of-sync internal clocks similar to those suffering from insomnia due to split-shift or night-shift work. Experts believe that jet lag causes metabolic disorders like diabetes, mental health problems and even cancer. Studies have concluded that we share the same 24-hour clock or circadian rhythm with all other forms of living organisms and it dates back to early life on Earth. Read more »
Rheumatoid Arthritis Sleep Tips and Foods that Trigger RA Symptoms
According to John Hopkins rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common, persistent systemic disorder that can cause inflammation of joints throughout the body. Early stage of RA the thin layer of tissue known as the synovial membrane that provides lubrication to ease movement to the joints become inflamed and thickened, causing pain and limited joint movement. Later as the disease progresses, the cartilage and the ends of the bones in the joint erode. The result is severe joint damage and deformity. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, loss of appetite and stiffness in the joints. RA is usually in the small joints of the hands and wrists but can progress to the elbows, shoulders, knees, hips, ankles, feet and neck. In some cases organs including eyes, heart and lungs may become inflamed too. Research suggests that RA is an autoimmune disorder caused by the attack of the immune system on some of the body’s own cells. RA develops between the ages of 20 and 50 and the chances increase with age. Women are three times more likely than men to develop RA. Treatment includes that RA sufferers need over 10 hours of sleep at night, or eight hours with a two hour nap during the day. What are other rheumatoid arthritis sleep tips and foods that trigger RA symptoms? Read more »
Couples Sleep Easy Together or Apart
Do couples sleep easy together or apart? The Sleep and Biological Rhythms found that women sleep less when they share a bed verses men sleep better next to their partner. According to the Minnesota Regional Sleep Disorders Center, Mark Mahowald, more couples are sleeping separately, because women have a tougher time sharing a bed with men as they are likely to be snorers. But snoring may not be the only problem; other illnesses and sleep disturbances, different work schedules, different sleep schedules or disagreements on firmness of the mattress are also sleep stealers. In addition, women tend to be lighter sleepers due to their motherly instincts to wake easily to a crying child. Men are very dependent on close relationships and are much happier and healthier when they sleep with their partner than men that are single and sleep alone. Experts agree that couples should look for solutions to snoring and other sleep problems before sleeping in separate beds. Read more »
Loss Weight Tip SLEEP
Want to lose weight? A great loss weight tip SLEEP! It is true the more you sleep it will actually help you loss excess pounds. During the day the more active you are it is easier to maintain your weight, but at night the opposite is true. According to research, getting plenty of deep sleep is a major key to weight loss. In fact, sleeping less than the recommended seven hours of sleep can increase your risk of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. A 2010 University of Chicago study reported that those who slept 8.5 hours lost 56% more body fat than those that slept only 5.5 hours. Why? Too little sleep may change your metabolism, so you will burn more calories slowly. It also alters levels of hormones that affect body fat. If you eat more, every extra hour of sleep means you are 21% less likely to eat high calorie night time snacks. Your body may mistake chronic sleepiness for hunger and people will eat when they don’t really need too. So, sleep easy and deep to lose weight! Read more »
Adjustable Beds aid Easy Sleep
In the last 30 years there are many choices when it comes to adjustable beds. People are looking for an alternative choice to the flat beds and want one that reclines, elevates and provides heat and massage options. Also adjustable beds aid easy sleep by alleviating acid reflux by elevating the upper body, provide comfort for those with back pain, osteoarthritis and multiple sclerosis. If you are looking to purchase an adjustable bed there are many reviews on line to provide information on the different brands and technology, because you are not only considering a new mattress but also the electric bed frame. Make sure you read reports about understanding adjustable beds and go to a sleep store to test different mattress choices. There are two types of mattresses for adjustable beds the coil springs and the air adjustable mattress as well as latex and memory foam which are flexible enough for an adjustable bed frame. Read more »
Dr Oz Show $5 Friday Stress Sleep and Weight Loss Tips
Dr. Oz Show called $5 Friday gave tips for stress, sleep and weight loss which include a Pool Noodle Massage, Rene Barbier Mediterranean Wine, Crackling Fire Sound Effect, Liquid Melatonin Extract, a Salad Blaster Bowl, Psyllium and Pure Coconut Water. What got a lot of the quests excited is that Dr Oz is doing a Cash Giveaway. He gave everyone in his audience a $5 bill and those who got a $5 bill with Dr. Oz’s face in it got to go to the cash machine. Each had 10 seconds to grab as many $5 bills as they could get a hold of. As with any cash machine, you are only allowed to grab the money in the air and not on the ground. Rules also included that they grab a colored bill as well. The first lady grabbed $155, the second $85 and the third $75. Dr. Oz added a zero to the end of each winning amount then totaled the numbers to equal $3150. What does this mean? Three lucky home viewers have a chance to win $3150 on Monday at 3pm! Read more »
Sleep Environment
Can you fall asleep easy anywhere? We all know people who can fall asleep on the beach, while riding in a car or watching TV. I even know someone who will probably fall asleep watching the Jets/Colts football game. When your sleep/wake cycle is under control you can relax enough to sleep anywhere. However, if you sleep cycle is disrupted you must make sure that your sleep environment is just as important as establishing a sleep routine. Read more »
How do you know if you are sleep deprived Take this quiz to find out
How do you know if you are sleep deprived? Your body will send you plenty of signals, but some of us are so used to being sleep deprived we don’t even notice. Sleep deprivation is just like a habit we have to unlearn and be conscious of in order to correct our sleep/wake cycle and get our sleep schedule on track. Take this quiz to find out if you are sleep deprived. Read more »
Child Sleep Routine with Cloud B
The best way, in my opinion, to get your children to sleep is to have a routine. Not keeping a routine can always effect how they go to sleep each night. Establishing a set time to go to bed at night and getting up in the morning you will be able to know exactly how much sleep your child needs to feel refreshed during the day. If they are not tired when you lay them down at night it can become complicated, therefore it is best to start their routine at least an hour before bedtime. This allows them to wind down and will train their mind and body when it is time to go to sleep as this will eventually become a habit for them. Read more »
Heartburn Sleep Tips Techniques and the Mattress Genie Bed Lift System
What can you do for heartburn other than popping antacids like candy? Did you know that if you drink one less carbonated beverage a day will decrease the risk of heartburn by 30%? Or switching your lighter roast coffee for darker roasted can reduce stomach acids? Even if you eat 3 hours before bedtime can help with GERD or acid reflux. 40% of people in the U.S. have heartburn at least once a month and 10% of us get it daily. Chronic heartburn is a sign of acid reflux a condition when left untreated can increase the risk of esophageal cancer. Less heartburn means better sleep as four out of ten people with GERD have sleep problems. Laying down causes a backwash of acid from your stomach to your throat and by trying some heartburn sleep tips and techniques you could reduce your acid reflux by 60%. Read more »
Insomnia Sleep Music Mp3
Are you too stressed and anxious to fall asleep easy? You can’t seem to relax because your heart is racing and your mind is thinking about how you are going to pay your bills or keeping track of all the things you need to do. How can you wind down to fall asleep? One way is to listen to an insomnia sleep music mp3 as it will allow you to focus on the sounds of ocean waves, a thunderstorm, binaural beats or even hypnotic subliminal relaxation suggestions through instrumental music. You will be able to fall asleep naturally as your mind listens to the sleep music instead of thinking about what is making you stressed. Read more »