Strategies for Restful Slumber During Warm Weather Conditions

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Nights can be scorching, making a good night's sleep a rarity. With summer upon us, the heatwave may just make the situation worse. But fear not, because here are some expert-backed strategies and handy product picks from the team at Dreams to ensure you snooze soundly.

Pick the Right Bedding Materials

A cool night's dream starts with the right foundation. Dreams suggests switching to breathable, moisture-wicking bedding that boasts temperature-regulating technology. This blend allows for exceptional cooling comfort, as explained by Hannah Hayden, junior buyer at Dreams.

Moreover, these mattresses and pillows incorporate cooling internal fillings and gel-infused foam that offer an instant, refreshing sensation, helping you doze off effortlessly. Plus, they include natural anti-bacterial protection to minimize allergies and prevent odors, keeping your sleep sanctuary fresh.

To round off your cooling sleep system, Hayden suggests investing in breathable cooling pillow protectors and mattress toppers. These clever additions are designed to promote airflow and wick away moisture, ensuring your slumber stays comfy all year round.

Beating the Heat

While balmy evenings can disrupt deep sleep, there are simple ways to keep cool. Dreams' resident sleep expert, Sammy Margo, offers some smart strategies for staying cozy and well-rested.

Firstly, sharing a bed can double body heat, causing overheating. A simple solution is the Scandinavian sleep method, using two separate duvets, allowing each person to adjust their temperature independently.

Additionally, spreading out or sleeping in the starfish position (arms and legs splayed out) can maximize airflow around your body.

Another genius tip from Margo is to chill out before bedtime by popping your pillowcase or top sheet in the freezer for a few minutes. Although the chill doesn't last all night, it's a great way to ease into sleep. You can even toss your PJs or an eye mask in the freezer too!

For a longer-lasting cool without any prep, Margo suggests trying a memory foam ice pillow. These puppies stay refreshingly cool throughout the night, without the need for freezing.

Additional Tips for a Cozy Night's Rest

Margo also recommends keeping cool skincare products like facial sprays, toners, and moisturizers in the fridge. Applying chilled products to your skin can help soothe and refresh you on sticky nights, making for a mini spa session.

For the daytime, block out direct sunlight with blackout curtains or blinds to prevent your bedroom from becoming a greenhouse. Margo advises keeping windows closed during heatwave hours and only opening them when the air cools in the evening.

Lastly, take a lukewarm shower before bedtime. While it may seem odd, a lukewarm shower helps lower your core body temperature gradually, triggering your body's natural cooling process and relaxing you, making it easier to doze off.

For more sleep insights and expert advice to conquer those hot, sleepless nights, check out Dreams Sleep Matters Club.

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Understanding the link between hot weather and sleep, Dreams Sleep Matters Club suggests using breathable and temperature-regulating bedding materials with moisture-wicking properties, which can help maintain a cool sleep environment, as endorsed by Hannah Hayden, a junior buyer at Dreams.
To minimize overheating while sleeping, Dreams' resident sleep expert Sammy Margo recommends the Scandinavian sleep method, in which couples use two separate duvets to adjust their temperatures independently, or adopting the starfish position, which allows for maximum airflow around the body, promoting a healthier sleep environment and contributing to overall wellness.