Sleep Hygiene

Sleep hygiene is a variety of different habits and practices used to improve sleep quality. 

• Exercise regularly
• Avoid foods that can trigger indigestion or large meals
• Avoid caffeine, and alcohol before bedtime
• Ensure adequate exposure to natural light
• Establish a regular bedtime routine
• Keeping the bedroom cool (between 60-67 degrees)
• Turing off bright lights, cell phones & TV’s
• Make bedroom as dark as possible or use eye covers
• White noise machine
• Limit daytime naps to 30 minutes or less

A lot of prescription sleep medications may help get more sleep but can inhibit quality sleep.