Some time ago, my family and I went shopping for a new mattress at Sleep Country Canada. We decided to go with the the iComfort® Sleep System by Serta® with Cool Action™ Gel Memory Foam.
But wait! We weren’t done yet! Our lovely salesperson, Steven, had us try several pillows too – because sleep isn’t just about the mattress, apparently! Good neck support is also important to a good night’s sleep.
There are a variety of pillows to choose from, from Back Sleeper, Stomach Sleeper, Side Sleeper, to a Variable Sleeper. Sleep Country Canada also has the best selection of mattress pads, sheets, pillow protectors, duvets, bed frames and headboards.
Our new bed has been very comfortable. The first week or two did take some adjusting – I wasn’t used to the feel of the memory foam mattress and my body temperature had to adjust. It also took me a little time to figure out which pillow was best for me.
Are we getting better sleep? Most definitely, thanks to our new mattress, pillows and sheets from Sleep Country Canada! I don’t wake up sore and stiff any more and am sleeping through the night without waking up. It’s often difficult to get out of bed in the morning.
The mattress and pillows helped me to have a better sleep – here are 5 ways to get a better sleep:
5 Ways to Get a Better Sleep
1. Create a bedtime routine
No this is not for your baby or toddler, although you can get some good ideas from their routines! You want a relaxing non-stimulating evening ritual like taking a warm bath, drinking a cup of camomile tea, reading a book or listening to soft music. Relaxing activities can promote better sleep by easing the transition between wakefulness and drowsiness.
But be careful with watching TV or using electronic devices – they can interfere with sleep. If you go to bed and wake up the same time every day, even on weekends and holidays, you’ll be getting your body on a sleep-wake schedule… much like your child!
2. Watch your food/drink
Limit how much you drink before bed so you’re not waking to use the bathroom during the night. Watch your caffeine intake too – that 3pm coffee could still be keeping you up at night. I hate to tell you but those last night snacks might be interfering with your sleep. Stop eating at least three hours before your scheduled bedtime. If you must snack on something, keep it small and healthy like a glass of milk or an apple.
3. Create a bedroom retreat
Create a bedroom that’s relaxing and comfortable, a retreat after a long hard day. A cook, dark and quiet room can help sleep as well. Have some soft lighting, comfortable bedding and relaxing music rather than a loud, blaring TV or radio. Also don’t have a clock staring at you when you’re trying to sleep.
A good mattress can also help you have a more restful and peaceful sleep. Comfortable pillows for your sleep position and bedding can also help keep you from tossing and turning all night.
4. Exercise
Regular exercise can promote better sleep, helping you to fall asleep faster and to enjoy deeper sleep. But don’t work out too close to bedtime, you might be too energized to fall into dreamland!
5. Manage your Stress
We all have stressful lives which can take a toll on our sleep. Schedule some time to de-stress – and really stick to a bedtime routine to get you relaxed for the night. Yoga and meditation can also help decrease stress and improve sleep. A study showed that daily 30- to 45-minute yoga sessions significantly improved symptoms for those suffering from chronic insomnia.
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Disclosure: I received a new mattress and accessories from Sleep Country Canada in exchange for sharing my experience.
79 Comments
Liquor (KIDDING!*l*) Actually turning on the tv and putting the sleep timer on really helps me to drift off to sleep.
Melatonin
Reading before sleeping!
hot shower before bed-time!
Hot bath , tea, read a book
Reading while sipping on a cup of camomile tea.
A massaging pillow and eye mask!
Peace and quiet 🙂
a good pillow!! – which I do not own lol … therefore I could really use one!!
A comfortable bed helps me sleep better. Something not too soft and not too hard.
Hot bath and good book to read before going to bed.
I love fresh bed sheets and blankets, always sleep better. as well as a clean, comfortable bedroom. mine is my Oasis 🙂
A good mattress helps me get a great nights sleep 🙂
Reading before bed helps me sleep.
No dogs or kids in the bed means a better sleep for me.
Bubble bath before bed
I try to turn off any electronics. I usually don’t have a hard time falling asleep though.
A nice cozy duvet is amazing
a cool room helps me
A regular routine helps me to get a good night’s sleep.
I tend to fall asleep watching TV too. If I could have the light on, I would be reading until I fell asleep. 🙂
a nice pillow really helps
No tv in the bedroom and I keep my room cool.
Thankyou for the chance
Thanks for the chance
This is a great giveaway!
A night mask will be useful
Those cushions and that mattress look really comfortable, I bet that if I have those in my bedroom I’ll be sleeping better. I’m always flipping my pillows in a way that would be comfortable enough for me to get some sleep and I’ll say it is pretty exhausting and frustrating to go through every night. I already brought new set of pillows just months ago and they were good at first but now they’re starting to get bad. I’ve always wanted to own those special pillows in the infomercials but I’d prefer to go to a store and buy it I just can’t find one.
Regards
Olivia Clark
Thanks for the great tips. I actually made that a rule ‘Leave your work outside the bedroom door’ and it works. I also love aromatic scents to set the relaxing mood.