These strategies will help you doze off more quickly and snooze more soundly all night long, according to Ellen Michaud, author of Sleep to Be Sexy, Smart, and Slim.
Slow It Down - Don't hop into bed right after checking Facebook or watching Mad Men. Build in some quiet time to take a bath, read, or chat with your husband and you'll find it easier to fall into a deeper sleep.
Feel the Chill - Turn down the thermostat or open a window in your bedroom. Experts say that people tend to sleep better when the room is slightly cool.
Don't Drink - Caffeinated beverages aren't the only ones that interfere with sleep. Alcohol can also be a culprit: Though you may fall asleep quickly after a cocktail or two, you're more likely to wake up or sleep less soundly a few hours later.
Hide the Clock - Staring at the clock when you can't sleep just ups your stress levels.
Get Sexy - Your bed isn't only for sleeping, you know! An orgasm is one of the most powerful sleep inducers around.
Originally published in
Ladies' Home Journal, February 2010.
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