[Guest Post by Ianna Stevenson] No matter how strong a mom looks, at the day of the end, she is human. She has her fears, worries and problems e.g. feeling tired, pain, running ragged at work and then doing chores at home. If you’re a mom yourself, perhaps you can relate? 

Battling with stress is hard and stress build-up throughout the day often leads to sleepless nights. Today, in Confessions of a Mom, we talk about how to deal with sleepless nights. 

                  

1. Relax

Set aside at least 30 minutes each day for your own time.

What you do with this time is up you, so long as it involves recharging.

Whether it be attending a yoga session, meditating, having a massage or even aromatherapy session, this time is vital for you and those you care for.

 

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If you decide to take a nap, find a bed with good mattress so you won’t have back pains.

 

Remember to also keep a clear mind and release negative events that happened during the day.

 

Take a deep breath, make yourself comfortable and relax.

 

2. Stop the Stimulants

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Coffee contains large amounts of caffeine that is the killer of a good night’s sleep. This is one of the most common causes of insomnia. Aside from caffeine, drinks or foods which contain stimulants like nicotine and drugs for weight loss should also be avoided. Over consumption of alcohol may also be a culprit.

  

3. Acupuncture

 

If modern-day medicine won’t help, acupuncture may be good to try as well. Through this ancient Chinese practice, you can see positive effects as acupuncture is known as an effective treatment for insomnia. Make sure to find a reputable acupuncturist.

 

4. Exercise

 

Some people think exercise will only make them more awake come night time. But this is not entirely true. Although exercise will boost your adrenaline, pump your heart and increase your heart rate, regular exercise is also seen as a great way to regulate circadian rhythms and improve your sleep-wake cycle. The best time to exercise is in the morning or just before dinner.

 

5. Fix Your Body Clock

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If you are a mom who stays awake in the wee hours of the morning to take care of your baby and sleeps at the same time every day, you’re fine. However, if you have erratic sleeping patterns and sleeping times, your body clock may go awry. You may have a hard time sleeping at night because your body does not call for it. Your body clock learns through what you repeatedly do, so you might want to make a point of going to bed as soon as you are able, ensuring your consistent sleep patterns “re-train” your body clock. 

Lastly, if sleeping at night is so difficult even counting sheep won’t help; avoid short-cuts which lead to long problems e.g. sleeping pills. Why not give these natural tips a go? They are healthy, effective and your body will thank you for it.

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Ianna Reign Stevenson is a professional writer based in London, England. She is a young mother of a 3 year old toddler and a working mom.

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