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Sleep Tips

With everyone having such busy lifestyles these days, a good night’s sleep is vital to feeling energized and staying healthy. Although the proper mattress is the most important part of ensuring rejuvenating sleep, there are quite a few other things that will also help.

Tip #1: Establish and maintain a sleep schedule

Going to bed and waking up at approximately the same time each day is very important. Yes, even on weekends. Your internal clock will thank you for it!

Tip #2: Avoid stimulants before bed

Caffeine, alcohol and nicotine are just a few of the things you should avoid before going to bed (as much as 4-6 hours before). Limiting or completely eliminating these three substances all-together is a great way to improve your overall health.

Tip #3: Make your bedroom your favourite room in the house

Your bedroom should be your sanctuary. You should feel stress-free and relaxed anytime you’re in your room. A proper mattress, quality linens, duvets, pillows, bed frames and bedroom furniture are all ways in which we can help. Along with the above mentioned items, keeping your room tidy and organized also helps.

Tip #4: Avoid TV before bed

Television is a stimulant. It may not be as “bad” as caffeine, alcohol or nicotine, but it’s still not a good idea before bed. Consider removing the TV from your bedroom entirely.

Tip #5: Avoid exercising before bed

We all know that exercising is important. What might come as a surprise is that strenuous activity before going to bed can affect your ability to fall asleep. Avoid exercise within two hours of going to bed.

Tip #6: Have a light snack before bed

Foods high in the amino acid tryptophan may help you to fall asleep. Taking tryptophan as a dietary supplement will be the most effective way of receiving the benefits from this essential amino acid.

Tip #7: Avoid napping during the day

Napping is generally not suggested, as it can interfere with your natural sleep cycle. However, if you do feel the need to nap, follow these tips:

  • Nap at the same time each day, preferably 6 or more hours before your regular bed time.
  • Keep naps to 15-30 minutes. If you sleep longer than 30 minutes, your body will be in deep sleep, and at this point you should try your best to complete one sleep cycle (90 minutes).