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SLEEP ESSENTIALS-FROM A RPSGT
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items I’m a RPSGT who’s worked in sleep medicine for a couple decades prior to Nutrition and Dietetics. Practicing good sleep hygiene and making sure the body gets proper sleep is SO important for overall health and well being. Some must haves listed to en...
A weighted blanket has many benefits to enhance relaxation. I posted my favorite weighted blanket.
The Benefits of a Weighted Blanket
I have a couple different weighted blankets, but love this one-not only is it super soft, it’s decorative looking. I have the medium (8lb) size. I posted info with a link on all the benefits of a weighted blanket. A great way to enhance relaxation to...
Ultra-Soft Weighted Blankets
I love this white noise machine. It is such a great way to calm the mind and help you fall asleep-put the phone away-far away from your head. This machine not only provides white noise, but an alarm clock as well. White noise creates a steady sound e...
Dreamegg D1+ Sound Machine & Alarm Clock
Lavender oil is one of my go-to sleep helpers—it gently calms the mind, eases tension, and helps promote relaxation. I will put this on my (inner) wrists and dab behind ears. This is also in my travel bag to help aid in sleeping when away from my bed...
Lavender Essential Oil Roll On - Calming Sleep
I am a huge fan of Chamomile tea. It’s a great natural item to have in adding to your nighttime routine to help aid in relaxation and good sleep. I’ll post one I’m a fan of
Does Chamomile Tea Make You Sleep?
This is one of my favorite brands of a clean chamomile tea in a bag
Chamomile Tea Bags
Another Pure Encapsulations supplement I take is Magnesium. It has been great in helping with relaxation and mostly aiding in better sleep-which those in perimenopause know can be a real struggle. Glycinate is a gentle form and easy on the digestive ...
Pure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate Supplement
I have linen sheets on all beds in my home…so comfy! (I posted the specific one I have)
9 Surprising Health and Wellness Benefits of Linen
Love these sheets. I have the natural linen color on my bed and my sons have the navy and earl gray. Great quality and feel.
I posted benefits of linen sheets, but to name a few-good for sensitive skin, eco friendly, less sweating and helps promote ...
DAPU 100% French Linen Sheets Set
I went through many sleep masks when working midnights. This one is great. I still use a sleep mask on certain nights-this is a must for traveling. Many Airbnb’s have windows without room darkening shades/blinds-in cases like that, this mask is a lif...
Manta Sleep Mask / Eye Mask - 100% Blackout
In addition to the regular Manta sleep mask, they have one specifically for side sleepers-with the C design cushions, the mask stays perfectly in place.
Manta PRO Sleep Mask
These are perfect to use when you can’t sleep due to outside noise-such as a partner snoring, thunderstorm, traveling, etc. comfy and even comes with a case
Ear Plugs for Sleeping 45dB Noise Cancelling ...
Love this cooling face mask-it quickly calms sinus pressure, inflammation/headaches and facial discomfort. It soothes burning, reduces puffiness after a derm or dental procedure, and brings fast relief when colds or congestion hit. I’ll wear it befor...
ZNÖCUETÖD Cooling Ice Face Eye Mask
My teenage son LOVES these. Great to use when dealing with a cold or allergies-esp before bed.
Those who have a deviated septum may want to try these. Many patients of mine who had a deviated septum found relief when wearing these breathing strips.
Breathe Right Menthol
A great read on sleep deprivation. Proper sleep is SO essential for our bodies. Lack of sleep can mess with our daily activities at school or work to interrupting our metabolic system. If one has a sleep disorder, such as untreated sleep apnea, that ...
The Effects of Sleep Deprivation
Simple breathing techniques calm the nervous system, signal the body it’s time to rest, and support better-quality sleep—while also helping reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing.
My HS teen son who’s often stressed due to high level sports ne...
Calm Collective Peaceful Panda Breathing Trainer
I’m a big fan of this brand. I have this along with some of their beauty products. This spray smells so good and really enhances relaxation-I spray a couple squirts on the bottom of my feet before bed.
Sleep Spray
Great info on the benefits of a salt lamp. I have one on my desk in my room.
Are There Any Health Benefits to Himalayan Salt Lamps?
I have this lamp on my desk in my bedroom. I’ll put it on at night while I’m unwinding from the long day-helps aid in relaxation and enhances sleep!
The Body Source Himalayan Salt Lamp 10-12in