4. Darkness and Quiet

Try to make sure your room is dark and quiet enough for you to get to sleep. Get some blockout blinds or curtains to eliminate outside light, and maybe invest in some earplugs if your other half is a snorer or likes to watch late night TV!

5. Routine

Now, this one is tough if you’re parents of littlies, but it is good practice to get into a sleep routine if at all possible. We try and get the kids into a sleep routine but often forget about ourselves! Try to go to bed at around the same time every night, and get up at the same time in the morning. Have a routine where you shower or bath, brush your teeth, read, whatever you like to do to calm yourself before bed, and stick to that every night if you can. It does work!

6. Sex

Medical studies have shown that having sex will make you sleep better! It is true – if you don’t believe me try it!

7. Things to Avoid

Before bed, it’s best to avoid things that will essentially keep you awake. Avoid strenuous exercise, watching TV, using the computer, eating large amounts of food, alcohol, caffeine, sugary and salty foods, smoking, staying up too late and studying or doing work you have brought home from the office. Your brain needs to be able to switch off before you sleep and all these things will prevent that from happening.

What do you do to help yourself get to sleep?

If you become concerned about any symptoms, please seek immediate medical attention we have some hotlines and suggested websites for further information and advice https://www.stayathomemum.com.au/my-kids/babies/important-hotlines-websites/

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