From your choice of mattress to aromatherapy, there are plenty of ways that you can prepare your bedroom for a restful night's sleep.

Keeping it dark

We associate light with daytime and being active.  If you find that light is disturbing your sleep, use heavy curtains to keep your room dark or perhaps you could try using an eye mask.

Reclaim your bed

You may be associating your bed with activities other than sleep.  Try to seperate your bed from other areas of your room, such as a desk or easy chairs, by using a screen or a thin curtain.

The Right Mattress

An uncomfortable mattress or pillow can lead to back pain and a bad night's sleep.  Mattresses and pillows should be replaced once the support in them has diminished.

Block Out The World

Light is not the only form of distraction from the outside world.  Traffic noise can be a great disturbance, but you can dampen the sounds with heavy blinds or curtains.

Fresh Air

Even in the winter, fresh air is essential for a sound night's sleep.  Stuffiness or smells can remind you of your day or unsettle you, preventing your mind from cleaning itself and switching off.

Tempurature

Your body cools down during sleep.  Opening your window or using a fan can help to drop the temperature of the room.  This then helps to get your body ready for slumber.

Silent Night

To block out distracting background noises, try wearing earplugs or playing low-volume relaxing music.  White noise, such as a fan, may also help to lull you to sleep.

Dream Pillow

A dream pillow is a small sachet filled with aromatic herbs.  When squeezed, the dream pillow emits the fragrances of the herbs within to help you drift into a restful sleep.