Ah, youth! When you're young, who's got time to sleep? And when you finally wanted to go to sleep, it came fast and got deep. Remember those days? If you don't, it might just be because you haven't had a good night's sleep in a while. Just sayin'.    We all have things on our minds. We all have stress in our lives. But did you know that matching your mattress to your own particular sleep habits can help you get a good night's rest?      Match your mattress to your sleep profile     You don't need a sleep study to figure out how well or how badly you sleep through the night. If you're not waking up refreshed and ready to take on the world, something's wrong. It might not even be something obvious. It might just be that you like to sleep on your side, but...

  Finally, there's a definitive answer. Blue light before bed is bad for sleep. Blue light makes it harder for us to fall asleep, and it affects certain parts of the human brain in such a way as to degrade the quality of our sleep. We all know how important sleep is to our physical health, ability to handle stress and mental health. So, especially these days, it makes good sense to make small changes to promote healthy sleep. But unfortunately, the effects of blue light diminish our ability to receive the therapeutic benefits of a good night's sleep.     Are you having trouble sleeping?  Ask yourself about your sleep habits here.   Do you have a consistent bedtime? Do you have a sleep routine? A sleep routine is a set of consistent things you do every evening as you approach your bedtime? It can be anything. For example,...

What is America's bedtime? Surprisingly, that depends on which state you live in. Of course, individual bed times will vary but in general, here are the average sleep schedules for a few cities in different states.   From East to West:  New York, New York 11:54pm Boston, Massachusetts 11:37pm Washington, District of Columbia 11:40pm New Orleans, Louisiana 11:46pm Houston, Texas 11:24pm Denver, Colorado 11:16pm Phoenix, Arizona 11:04pm Seattle, Washington 11:19pm Los Angeles, California 11:31pm Hilo, Hawaii 10:42pm     What time you fall asleep is a matter of habit. And this is just one of the many, many sleeping habits that can affect what time we fall asleep, how many hours of sleep we get and the all-important quality of our sleep. Here’s more on America’s happiest sleepers.     Who gets the most hours of sleep across the country?   This is an easy one – newborn babies. Of...

One of the first things you’ll think about after getting a new mattress is how to support it properly. Support plays a vital role in ensuring you get a good night’s sleep and that your mattress lasts long. Usually, you’ll be faced with different support options, including a box spring and mattress combination, a platform bed, or a foundation bed. This article will guide you to picking the right support for your mattress. There are different types of bed supports in the market. Your choice will largely be influenced by your mattress type and the kind of support you’re looking for. As a first-time buyer, telling the difference can be a struggle. But don’t fret. By the end of this article, you’ll be able to pick a suitable bed base, like a pro. Why you need a bed base     Your mattress needs a solid foundation to rest on. This could...

The possibilities are endless when it comes to choosing a bed frame. The choice between upholstered bed frames and wood or steel frames is baffling. Knowing what sets them apart can help you make the right buying decision. So, in this article, we’ll highlight the qualities of upholstered bed frames vs. wood or steel frames to help you make the right choice. Buying a bed frame   A bed frame is not just a place to hold your mattress. A stylish bed frame can be the focal point of your bedroom décor. It will also provide the support and comfort you need to get a proper night rest. So choosing a new bed frame should never be an afterthought. It should be as crucial as getting the right mattress. Before you set out to buy a mattress, ensure you take some time to pick the perfect frame first. That said,...

  Your comfort pretty much depends on the firmness level of your mattress. For a pleasant sleep comfort, your mattress should neither be too soft or too hard. Striking a balance between the two is the best way to ensure spine and back support, pressure relief, and a good night’s sleep. Firmness matters because it determines the comfort. Comfort makes bedtime a joy. It also determines whether or not you wake up with pains and aches. If you spend your nights in an uncomfortable position or tossing around trying to get comfortable, it’s only a matter of time before you start feeling the effects. What is mattress firmness?     Firmness refers to how hard or soft a mattress feels. Factors like construction and materials influence how a mattress feels. Mattress firmness is measured on a scale of 1 to 10: 1 being an extremely soft sleeping surface and 10 a very hard surface. Most mattresses...

  Nothing rejuvenates like a good night's sleep. But what happens when you can't have a good night's sleep because your bed partner snores? Unfortunately, this is something most people have to endure. But the good news is that there are things that can help with a snoring partner, most of which we'll cover in this article.  Ways to help with a snoring partner.     1. Monitor their sleeping position If your partner snores, there's a very good chance that their sleeping position is the culprit. Sleep position contributes 56% to 80% of all obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patient cases. OSA is a sleep disorder that causes one to stop and start breathing while they sleep. According to the Journal of Clinical Sleep research, supine position is the main aggravating factor for these patients. The America Sleep Apnea Association estimates 22 million Americans are suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. The good news is that you can easily resolve this by getting...

  The Covid-19 pandemic has been a period of so much revelation for humanity. As operations slowed down globally and countries were put into lockdowns, people had to spend more time indoors. This was a big change, but it also meant that there was enough time to think about your needs and lifestyle. With the focus gradually shifting to important components of life, most people realized they had serious sleep problems. Almost as if on cue, there was a sudden global rise in the number of search engine searches for 'why can't I sleep.' Philips took the chance to research this and released a report titled Seeking Solutions: How COVID-19 Changed Sleep Around the World.     An overview of this report shows that: 45% of the respondents were not satisfied with their sleep Most adults sleep for less than 7 hours on most weeknights Over 70% of the respondents had experienced...