May is a perfect time to dial in our sleep!
May is Better Sleep Month, and if ever there was a month our culture needs, it’s this one. We’re throwing a giant party to celebrate—and you’re invited! Just put on your favorite pajamas, read this blog post for all the best tips and tricks, and then go to sleep in the comfort of your very own bedroom.
Shepherd’s Dream doesn’t just make mattresses and bedding, we care about the quality of sleep our customers get. Sleep is such an important cornerstone of health and wellness, so we’re here to help everyone achieve that coveted good night’s rest.
This is why we’ve been such a superfan of wool all these years. Wool has been shown to assist with sleep in so many ways, from its thermoregulating powers to its ability to wick moisture like a boss to its hypoallergenic forcefield helping allergy sufferers to its easing of aches and pains. Truly, a miracle fiber, and we haven’t even mentioned its sustainability cred!
In honor of all things sleep, we’re gathering a master list of our best healthy sleep content from our Counting Sheep blog here in one place for you. So sit back, pour a cuppa nighttime tea, lower the lights, and feast your eyes on these.
The Science-y Stuff
The science of sleep is complex stuff! Not even so-called experts understand it all. Luckily, some proven tweaks can really go a long way toward helping you get the Zzzs you deserve. Learn all about our biochemistry and how to address certain issues here.
- Shepherd’s Dream Healthy Sleep Series Intro. A smart overview to understand the bigger picture issues affecting our sleep.
- Healthy Sleep Series: Melatonin. The master hormone that regulates it all.
- Healthy Sleep Series: Tryptophan and Serotonin. Two other biological chemicals that connect to melatonin and play an important role in sleep.
- Healthy Sleep Series: Cortisol. A super important component in the sleep cycle, especially for those experiencing stress and perimenopausal women.
- Healthy Sleep Series: How Does Alcohol Affect Sleep? Yeah…sorry for the bad news…
- Healthy Sleep Series: Caffeine. Yeah…more bad news—but there’s hope!
- Illuminating the Link Between Blue Light and Sleep. All those computer and mobile device screens may be disrupting your sleep.
- Sleep Supplementation: Does Magnesium Work? The word’s out, magnesium can be a major sleep helper.
The Comfort and Performance Info
It’s admittedly difficult to know when we’re uncomfortable during sleep, because…well…we’re asleep! But our body’s sensing systems don’t go to sleep—they’re still working for us overnight. So if you toss and turn, sleep hot and sweaty, or are constantly changing sleep positions, read on.
- Sleep Posture and Position. This is the place to begin before buying any mattress or pillow.
- Finding Your Perfect Pillow. Pillows are a very personalized purchase. We can help.
- Why Do I Sleep So Hot? A super common question! All your wonderings answered here.
- Breathing Easier With All-Natural Bedding. For anyone with allergies or sensitivities.
- Nature’s Remedy: Exploring the Medicinal Potential of Wool. We explore all the scientific and anecdotal potentials of wool for healing and medical use.
- What’s the Best Mattress for Back Pain? Another common issue for mattress shoppers. Our All Wool Mattress is a great option.
- Where the Magic Happens: Is a Wool Mattress the Best for Sex? That’s right, we went there.
The Better Sleep Lifestyle
It may sound far-fetched, but the road to good sleep begins the moment we wake up and is fostered by our daily habits. Here’s where a little knowledge can go a long way. Incorporating the ideas below can help transport you to dreamland in record time.
- Curating the Conscious Bedroom. Take some tips from Marie Kondo and general feng shui principles.
- Recipe: Magic Melatonin Mocktail. Our very own concoction for better sleep!
- The Ultimate Guide to a Spring Bedroom Refresh. More conscious bedroom curating for a restful sleep environment.
- Creating the Ultimate Sleep Routine. When getting to sleep is an issue, developing a nightly routine can really help.
- Earthing 101: What It Is, How It Works, and Why You Should Try It. Getting your bare feet on the ground has shown benefits for health and sleep.
- Caffeine and Wellness: Finding Balance for Productive Days and Restful Nights. The caffeine protocol for those who suspect it may be impacting sleep.
- Herbal Sleep Aids for Serene Nights. When you need some gentle support for sleep, these plant friends are there for you.
- Sleepcasts: Discover Modern Lullabies for Better Sleep. We’re not a big fan of tech in the bedroom, but we’ll make an exception for this. Sleep relief can be found with podcasts and offerings geared for dozing off.
- Upleveling Sleep with Crystal Grids. We went into the woo to find out if the latest crystal craze could help us sleep.
Better Sleep is Just a Click Away
Whatever’s got you up at night, we hope you’ve found some information here and perhaps some new inspiration. And if your particular sleep issue isn’t here, let us know! We’d love to explore it and maybe even have some solutions to share with you.
We’re always talking about sleep health on Instagram, so follow us there for more where this came from. And as always—sweet dreams!
