{"id":2155,"date":"2022-01-17T22:31:57","date_gmt":"2022-01-17T22:31:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bedguard.com.au\/?p=2155"},"modified":"2022-01-17T22:31:57","modified_gmt":"2022-01-17T22:31:57","slug":"how-to-get-back-into-a-good-sleep-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/backup\/how-to-get-back-into-a-good-sleep-routine\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get back into a good sleep routine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Going on holidays, travelling, working shift work or overcoming an illness can all wreak havoc on the best sleep routines. But the good news is that there are many things you can do to get back into a good routine.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2156 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Depositphotos_380700934_L-min-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"how to get back into a good sleep routine\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Depositphotos_380700934_L-min-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Depositphotos_380700934_L-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Depositphotos_380700934_L-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Depositphotos_380700934_L-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Depositphotos_380700934_L-min-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Depositphotos_380700934_L-min.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What is a good sleep routine?<\/h2>\n<p>Sleep routines vary from person to person but for most of us, consistent sleep patterns are imperative for getting a good night\u2019s sleep. At the heart of a good sleep schedule is our circadian rhythm \u2014 a 24-hour internal body clock that controls your cycles of sleep and wakefulness.<\/p>\n<p>When in sync, your <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/what-is-a-circadian-rhythm\/\">circadian rhythm<\/a> can promote consistent, <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/whats-better-quality-or-quantity-of-sleep\/\">high-quality<\/a>, restorative sleep. However, when it\u2019s out of sync you may experience significant sleeping problems including <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/what-is-insomnia\/\">insomnia<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Fortunately, there are many things you can do to reset your body clock and get back to a good sleep routine.<\/p>\n<h2>How to develop a good sleep routine<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day<\/strong> \u2014 your body and brain want to know when to feel sleepy and when to wake up. Being consistent with your bedtime and wake-up time will help set a good routine.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Avoid napping<\/strong> \u2014 <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/should-you-nap\/\">napping<\/a> has the potential to interfere with your night-time sleep, so avoid it if possible while you set your routine.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Avoid bright lights, especially those from electronic devices<\/strong> \u2014 excess light, including the blue light emitted from <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/are-electronics-before-bed-interfering-with-your-sleep\/\">electronic devices<\/a> can mess up your circadian rhythm.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Eat light before bed <\/strong>\u2014 avoid eating large, heavy or spicy foods before bed and limit your intake of fluids in the hours before going to bed. <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/the-link-between-food-and-sleep\/\">Indigestion<\/a> can make sleep tricky, and a full bladder will only mean you\u2019re more likely to wake during the night.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Avoid stimulants<\/strong> \u2014 substances such as <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/sleep-and-caffeine-how-much-is-too-much\/\">caffeine<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/how-alcohol-affects-your-sleep\/\">alcohol<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/smoking-and-sleep\/\">tobacco<\/a> and recreational drugs all act as stimulants that can interfere with your ability to sleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Exercise in the morning or during the day<\/strong> \u2014 <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/exercise-and-sleep\/\">regular exercise<\/a> can help prepare our body for sleep, but be sure not to exercise too close to bedtime as this may wake you up.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reduce stress<\/strong> \u2014 <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/is-stress-affecting-your-sleep\/\">stress<\/a>, anxiety and daily worries can all make it hard for you to sleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Create a relaxing bedtime routine<\/strong> \u2014 a <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/whats-the-best-bedtime-routine\/\">good routine before bed<\/a> can help prepare your body and mind for sleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Visit your doctor<\/strong> \u2014 if you continue to have trouble sleeping make sure you speak to your doctor as there may be an underlying condition that is preventing you from having a good sleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>How we can help<\/h2>\n<p>Along with the tips above, it\u2019s imperative that you sleep on a supportive mattress. At BedGuard we specialise in <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/choosing-the-right-mattress\/\">high-quality, waterproof mattresses<\/a> to suit everyone. We even have a range of bariatric mattresses. Why not visit our friendly staff in-store or <a href=\"http:\/\/bedguard.com.au\/shop\/\">shop online<\/a> today?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Going on holidays, travelling, working shift work or overcoming an illness can all wreak havoc on the best sleep routines. But the good news is that there are many things you can do to get back into a good routine. &nbsp; &nbsp; What is a good sleep routine? 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