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How Does Your Favorite Celebrity Sleep at Night? Maybe Just Like You!

October 5, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a big Hollywood star? Your glamorous life would consist of movie premieres and big time parties, but there’s one area of life that celebrities and “regular” people still have in common, and that’s sleep. We may be worlds apart from our favorite movie stars, but when it comes to our sleep habits, we all have the same problems sleeping and many of us have the same sleeping habits. Sometimes, it seems like we could give the celebs a few pointers on sleeping better! How a celebrity sleeps has a lot to do with their busy schedules and sometimes, there just aren’t enough hours of the day to pass out on the big comfy latex mattress.

Think Sleep Deprivation is No Big Deal? Reasons Why You Should Think Again!

October 4, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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It’s another morning you wake up after far too few hours of sleep. While you might think you can catch up on this lack of sleep this weekend, unfortunately your body doesn’t really work that way. I’m sure you’ve all heard that sleep deprivation can be detrimental to your lifestyle, have you ever really heard how it can be detrimental? Well today, you’re about to find out why getting enough sleep on that green mattress can be the best thing you do for yourself all week. It can lead to a longer, happier and more fulfilling life in the long run, and who doesn’t want that?

How Much Sleep Does Your Teenager Actually Need?

October 3, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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It’s another Wednesday morning, while you struggle to wake up, you suffer through it and manage to get into the shower, make breakfast and put the coffee on before everyone else wakes up. You look at the clock and realize there’s only 15 minutes before it’s time for the kids to go to school. Your seven-year-old is ready to go but you notice your teenage child’s light isn’t even on yet. You gently open the door and realize they still haven’t stirred from bed, even though their alarm is going off in a constant pattern. No matter how gently or forcefully you try to get them out of their latex mattress, nothing seems to work. Have you ever wondered how much sleep your teenager actually needs?

Which Sex Gets the Best Night of Sleep? Find Out!

October 2, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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Have you ever wondered if you sleep better than your significant other or vice-verse? Ever thought about the fact that men and women sleep differently? It’s an interesting concept and one that a lot of people don’t really think about. The Wall Street Journal did a series of articles on the sleeping of different sexes and came out with some very interesting conclusions. It seems that we don’t all sleep the same and a lot of that has to do with the fact that the old legend holds true, men and women are very different creatures.

Is Your Job the Most Sleep Deprived Profession or the Most Well-Rested?

October 1, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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We all know that one of the leading causes of sleep deprivation is from stress at work. But have you ever wondered what the most sleep deprived profession is as well as the most well-rested profession? The answers to those questions may surprise you. While the accepted “norm” of the amount of sleep we need is around eight hours each night, many of us rarely get that exact amount. Let’s go over which careers are the best and worse for sleeping, so we can get you spending more hours on your comfortable botanical mattress and less hours stressing about work.

Snoozing with Pins and Needles? Get Your Best Sleep Using Acupuncture

September 26, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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The term “acupuncture” describes a family of procedures involving the stimulation of points on the body using a variety of techniques. The acupuncture technique that has been most often studied scientifically involves penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic needles that are manipulated by the hands or by electrical stimulation. Practiced in China and other Asian countries for thousands of years, acupuncture is one of the key components of traditional Chinese medicine. Acupuncture is now highly regarded in the Western world as well as an alternative to other more traditional medicinal routes. One area where acupuncture is highly revered is its ability to treat sleep disorders. You’d be surprised at the level in which acupuncture can truly improve your sleeping habits.

Never too Early to Dream: New Study Shows that Children Dream in the Womb

September 25, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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Have you ever wondered at what age did you start dreaming? We all know that children dream up new worlds and even friends with their vivid imaginations but have you ever looked in on your child sleeping so peacefully and thought to yourself, “I wonder what they’re thinking about?” While science isn’t quite at that level yet, it’s pretty close. They’ve actually been able to tell us the exact week in a child’s life they begin to dream. Studies show that babies in the womb and infants dream far more than adults. So if you’re a mom sleeping and dreaming comfortably on your latex foam bed, chances are your infant is probably dreaming as well.

Make Scents: The Five Best Smells for Sleeping Better Tonight

September 24, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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It seems that lately we’re all trying to find natural ways to sleep better, well today let’s talk about one of the most natural ways of all: scents. The best smells for sleeping are ones that you might even have in your home already. While there are tons of scents that can help you to relax and sleep better, everyone has their preference and what works for some people may not always work for others. Let’s look at five scents that are sure to help you relax and get a great night of sleep.

Baby Talk: New Ways to Sleep When You’re a New Parent

September 20, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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One of the most amazing moments in life is the joy of having a new baby. From the tiny clothes to the precious nursery, it all seems like stuffed animals and rainbows. After the initial veil of joy wears off, you’re faced with the new reality: sleeping when you have a newborn. While newborns sleep the majority of the day, it seems that the parents are the ones who just can’t find the time to sleep. While nothing is more important than the health and well being of your child, your health and well being is also very crucial. Let’s learn how to get a few hours of shut eye in between feedings and diaper changing.

How to Sleep Well in a Foreign Country

September 17, 2012 by Anni M. Leave a Comment

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You’re going abroad on maybe a vacation or business, either way there’s a lot to get used to. Maybe you have to learn an entirely new language or use a new currency for the time being or maybe you’re even staying in a hostel. No matter what you’re doing one thing’s for sure, you are going to get tired. While sleepiness comes easy, sleep doesn’t always, especially when you’re in an unfamiliar place. It’s not always easy to teach your body to adjust to a new time zone and a new bed that isn’t your comfortable all natural mattress from home. Let’s go over some of the best tips on how to sleep well in a foreign country.

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