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13 years ago 0 1853 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Matilda,
 
Sorry to hear you're struggling with insomnia.  It is very frustrating I'm sure - and it snowballs into your ability to function during the day.   
Exercise helps improve sleep along with the other routines you listed.  You could also try drinking a nice cup of camomile tea before bed (perhaps try this instead of a milky drink).
 
Members, what routines or habits do you have before bed to help you get a good night's sleep? 

Vincenza, Health Educator
13 years ago 0 30 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
   Hi All
 
 I hope that you are all well.  First post in a few weeks.  I just wondered if any of you have any tips on how to get a better nights sleep.  I usually go to bed about 10.30pm and normally get to sleep ok, but then I am awake by 3am and awake for a couple of hours.  I then go back to a really deep sleep and find it difficult to get up.  I always find that things are worse in the middle of the night and I start to worry about work, my health and lack of money at the moment.  I also had a very stressful day at work yesterday where I felt very anxious as I was constantly being interupted when I was trying to do other things.  I am not sure how I managed not to snap at someone.  This morning I woke up at 3 in a cold sweat feeling very shaky and I still feel a little on edge now. I am off to the gym soon so hope a good workout will help.
Just thought that I would point out that I do my PMR in the evening and have a milky drink, I also use lavender oil on the pillow.  Any tips would be appreciated. 
 
Best Wishes
 
Matilda x

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