Essential oils can be so beneficial to your health, and especially for your sleep. I have to admit, though, I came late to the aromatherapy party. It never dawned on me that sniffing some oils could possibly help my insomnia. But once I found out how well they worked for me, though, I was all […]
Why your Natural Sleep Remedy isn’t Working (and How you Can Fix it!)
You’re fed up with being wide awake night after night, so you search the internet high and low for a natural insomnia remedy that will help you get some zzz’s. You’ve scoured tons of sites and asked around in groups you’re a member of to find out what actually works. Then you find it. That […]
The Healthy Natural Homemade Sleep Drink you Need to Help Insomnia
The other day when I was scrolling mindlessly through Facebook, I came across an interesting homemade sleep drink…turmeric golden milk! I’m kind of a natural sleep remedy collector, so I decided to whip me up a cozy cup and give it a try. I always like to research sleep drink recipes to see if they have […]
How to Use Lavender Oil to Get your Best Sleep Ever
So you’ve got insomnia and heard lavender essential oil might help, but you have no clue as to how to use lavender oil for sleep. Plus, you’re probably thinking, can lavender really work for insomnia? Back when I was looking for natural ways to beat my insomnia, essential oils weren’t even on my radar. Seriously, how […]
AC Vinegar and Honey Sleep Remedy: Does it Work?
Vinegar and honey? I agree, it sounds kind of gross together. But maybe it’s because I’ve struggled with insomnia in the past, or maybe it’s because my dad was a health nut and I grew up using home remedies. But when I saw a recipe for a vinegar and honey sleep remedy, I wasn’t immediately […]
How I Used a Dodow to Relax my Mind and Sleep Effortlessly
Wanna know what I hate? Laying in bed, exhausted, while my brain holds me hostage by running through important scenarios. You know, like the pros and cons of organizing my kitchen pantry alphabetically, by expiration date, or by food group. It’s so aggravating when you WANT to sleep, but your mind takes over and just […]
7 Ingenious Hacks to Sleeping Better Away from Home
I’ve learned there is one cold hard truth when it comes to sleeping better away from home. Wherever you’re sleeping has to be cozy. Homey, ya know? If you’re not comfortable, you’re going to be miserable. It doesn’t matter if I’m staying in a cheapo motel like I did when I was younger, or if […]
Sweet and Dreamy Warm Almond Milk Sleep Recipe
Years back I would drink warm milk in the evenings to help me feel drowsy. It was a yummy ritual…until I found out milk didn’t like me. I was lactose intolerant. Even though one comes from a nut and the other a cow, almond milk and regular milk are pretty similar because they both contain […]
Make Relaxing Diffuser Blends for Sleep with Just 3 Oils
These are My Favorite Diffuser Blends for Sleep, Ya’ll! I’ve been studying and using essential oils for a little over a year now, and a diffuser is still my favorite way to use my oils, especially when I’m using them to promote my sleep and relaxation. I’m super bummed thought because I haven’t been able […]
6 Creative Ways to Use Lavender to Sleep Better
Make your Own Lavender Sleep AidsDo you like to use lavender to sleep better at night? It’s no wonder lavender’s one of the most popular natural sleep remedy, it’s been scientifically proven in medical studies to improve the quality of sleep in 60% of cases. I didn’t need medical research to tell me how great lavender […]
You’ll Love this Double Lavender Sleep Spray Recipe for Insomnia
I wanted a DIY Essential Oil Spray without AlcoholSo I’ve been on a bit of a lavender kick lately. But there’s so many ways I can use lavender to help me sleep. No joke, I use a lavender balm or lotion, diffuse lavender, and sleep with a lavender eye pillow almost on a nightly basis. The one thing […]
Make your Own Homemade Sleep Lotion (even if you’re not crafty!)
Sleep Aromatherapy Lotion: It’s a Good Thing!Do you have trouble winding down at night? You don’t have to stare at that ceiling until 2 a.m. You can use aromatherapy recipes to help insomnia, like this homemade sleep lotion recipe, to help calm your mind and body. Some nights I use sleep balm to help me sleep, […]
5 Reasons Why you Should be Drinking Honey and Rooibos Tea for Sleep
Rooibos: The Unknown Natural Sleep TeaI think there’s nothing more comforting than drinking a cup of tea before bed. I used to turn to chamomile and valerian to help me relax and get sleepy, but I have recently started using rooibos tea for sleep and it’s quickly become my favorite. Seriously, I may never go back […]
The Best Essential Oil Sleep Recipes (and how to use them)
Essential Oils: Probably the Most Natural Sleep Aid on the Planet! I’ve had trouble sleeping off and on for like, ten years or so. I’ve gotten desperate at times, even trying some really wacky ways to get to sleep, like sniff a jar of chopped onions before bed. (no joke!) Essential oils can be very effective when […]
How to Use Aromatherapy Oils for Sleep
Essential Oils Help Sleep and Relaxation I’ve only been using aromatherapy oils for sleep for about a year, and I am amazed at how well they’ve worked to help my insomnia. But I admit I knew absolutely nothing about essential oils in the beginning. I was just desperate to get some sleep and decided to try […]
6 Must-Have Insomnia Smoothie Recipes Worth Trying Tonight
What, Smoothies Help Sleep?? I love hot and cozy drinks for sleep in the winter, but when the nights start to turn warm I like to pull out my insomnia smoothie recipes. You might be thinking how the heck can smoothies help you sleep? I mean, smoothies are cool and refreshing and…dessert!? I used to […]
Insomnia? Try this Cinnamon and Honey Sleep Drink!
I Used Cinnamon as a Sleep Aid…and it’s Good! I’m always on the lookout for new drinks to help my insomnia, and when I saw this warm milk, cinnamon and honey sleep drink I knew I had to try it. I had a mug about an hour before bed, but it wasn’t very long before […]
How to Make Sleep Balm in Less than 15 Minutes
Rub Insomnia Away with Homemade Sleep Balm Insomnia got you up at night? Don’t take sleeping pills! It’s easy to learn how to make sleep balm and customize it to what’s keeping you from falling asleep. As an insomniac, I’m always on the lookout for natural sleep aids. I like sleep balms because they’re a […]
How to Sleep through Snoring: Genius Hacks from a Worn Out Wife
Help! My Husband Snores! When I first got married I had no clue how to sleep through snoring. I’d be laying there going insane while my snoring husband was next to me, blissfully unaware I secretly wanted to put a pillow over his head. Instead I’d just go to couch and wonder, was I ever going to […]
Conquer your Insomnia with Sleep Inducing Bath Salts
Wired and Wide Awake? Try a Bath Soak to Sleep Better If you can’t seem to wind down at night, soaking in sleep inducing bath salts can calm your mind and your body so you can fall asleep. I’m the type of person who really has a hard time falling asleep. My mind is usually […]