Daylight Savings: How to Avoid Losing Sleep

It’s that time of year again: we gain daylight and lose sleep. One hour may not seem like a lot to lose, but for sensitive sleepers, it can cause a lot of problems. We’ve put toegther some tips for keeping your sleep schedule on track.

ANTICIPATE

Go to bed earlier tonight and tomorrow night in an effort to reset your schedule.

LOAD UP ON SLEEP

Avoid being sleep-deprived in the days prior to a time change. It’ll make it easier for your body to adjust.

SKIP THE STIMULANTS

Avoid consumption of alcohol and caffeine – use of stimulants can lead to a fragmented sleep.

SAVOUR THE SUN

Try to get as much sunshine as you can. It’ll keep you feeling alert during the day, which in turn will make you sleepier at bedtime.

NIX THE NAPS

Napping can lead to insomnia when it comes time to hit the hay. Skip the naps in the days leading up to a time change.

AVOID BRIGHT LIGHT EXPOSURE

Do away with the phone or tablet at bedtime. Studies have shown that bright light exposure keeps you awake.

CREATE A SLEEP HAVEN

Make your bedroom a sleep haven – think dark, quiet, well-ventilated, and cool.

RELAX

Create a relaxing bedtime routine to help your mind shut off – read a book or listen to soothing music.

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