Caffeine Junkie? Get your java jolt without impacting your health or sleep.

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Tue, 06/26/2012 - 14:50

Caffeine Junkie? Get your java jolt without impacting your health or sleep.

Caffeine, found in coffee, tea, sodas and chocolate, has been called the most popular drug in the world. And although this drug can give us the extra “pep” we may need it can also negatively affect our health and our sleep. According to a poll by the National Sleep Foundation, 43% of Americans are “very likely” to use caffeine to combat daytime drowsiness.

Beat the heat and get to sleep: 9 tips for summertime slumber

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Wed, 06/20/2012 - 14:39

Beat the heat and get to sleep: 9 tips for summertime slumber

Rising temperatures can mean less sleep for many people this summer. Hot weather produces a real challenge for many, causing nightly frustration and discomfort and disrupting sleep schedules. But fear not!  We’ve compiled a list of tips for out-smarting the heat and getting your best night’s sleep in even the hottest temperatures.

The Balance of Being a Mom and Running a Business: SleepPhones Founder Wei-Shin Lai, MD Shares Her Experience and Advice as a “Mompreneur”

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Mon, 06/11/2012 - 12:40

The Balance of Being a Mom and Running a Business: SleepPhones Founder Wei-Shin Lai, MD Shares Her Experience and Advice as a “Mompreneur”

Mompreneurs are a hot topic in the media these days, as more and more women work to maintain a balance of caring for their kids and running their businesses. Our very own mompreneur, Wei-Shin Lai, MD, shares some advice for fellow mothers and business owners on how to manage all of the expectations and challenges of a typical day, and how the product she invented – SleepPhones – help her to succeed in her mompreneur role.

Help me fall asleep! Five ways to get sleep now

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Fri, 06/01/2012 - 20:28

Help me fall asleep! Five ways to get sleep now

It’s the middle of the night. Everyone else is sound asleep, but you’re wide awake. Sound familiar?

Studies have shown that nearly half of adults report having brief bouts with insomnia, while 10% report they have experienced sleepless nights for longer than two weeks.

If you’re having trouble sleeping tonight (or longer), try some of these techniques and ideas now to help you fall asleep:

Are your restless legs keeping you up at night? Tips to manage RLS

Submitted by Jess Hallman on Tue, 05/29/2012 - 16:14

Are your restless legs keeping you up at night? Tips to manage RLS

Restless Leg Syndrome, or RLS, is often hard to recognize and diagnose. However, it is not something to be overlooked, especially if it is keeping you up at night. The National Library of Medicine defines RLS as an urge or need to move the legs to stop unpleasant sensations, which vary from itching to tingling to burning to just general discomfort in the limbs.

How to get a good night's sleep when you work the graveyard shift

Submitted by Anne Williams on Thu, 05/24/2012 - 10:15

Do your work hours leave you feeling groggy? How to get a good night’s sleep when you work the graveyard shift

If your job requires you to work inconsistent or late hours, you may have trouble getting a good night’s sleep. Nurses, doctors, police officers, clerks, and the like may have more difficulty than the average person in falling asleep because of their irregular work schedules. If your job interferes with your sleep schedule, don’t stress. Getting sleep is not a seemingly impossible task. Follow these tips to find a better balance between your work and sleep hours!

Do you sleep better alone?

Submitted by Anne Williams on Tue, 05/22/2012 - 10:15

Do you sleep better alone? Tips on getting a good night's sleep while sharing a bed with a partner

The company of another body in your bed can be comforting. You can cuddle, there is extra warmth and you may have that feeling of security as you fall asleep. But are you getting a good night’s sleep with someone else in your bed? You may be disturbed by snoring, a restless sleeper, someone with night terrors, sleep walking/talking, cover hogs or just the lack of adequate space in your bed.

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