Bedtime Rituals That Will Guarantee A Good Night’s Sleep

The ticking of the clock is as loud as ever. 2.00 am, 2.03 am, 2.09 am. The sheep have been counted and sent home and there you are, making rhythms with the beats of the ticking clock.

When a major portion of your night is all about the tossing and turning, you need some sleep rituals that will guarantee you a good night’s sleep.

“There are no golden rules when it comes to getting a good night’s sleep”, says Dr. Rachel Morehouse of the QEII Sleep Disorders Clinic and Laboratory. “People are so individual that you have to know yourself and what works for you”.

Each person has different tricks that work for them. To start the process, here are a few tried and tested hacks on how to have some uninterrupted kip.

Warm milk:

Although known as an old wives’ tale, this ritual has its own benefits. Milk contains Tryptophan, an amino acid known to cause drowsiness and induce sleep. On a related note, the same content is found in turkey. You choose.

Light stretching or yoga:

There have been several studies that say exercising vigorously before bedtime is not a good idea. But yoga enthusiasts agree that doing their stretches at night allows them to unwind before hitting the sack.

Avoid soft drinks/sodas:

It might be a ritual you enjoy but you might need to rethink it now, as it has been found that caffeinated drinks at night is a common cause of sleep problems. If you must have a drink during or after dinner, hit the herbal tea instead. If you must.

Forget your troubles in bubbles:

Nothing beats the ethereal feeling of taking a good long bubble bath or shower. A bath helps you loosen those tight muscles and relax and gets you ready for bed, just like it did when you were a little child.

Get into your sanctuary:

“It seems so obvious, but it often isn’t”, says Morehouse. “You need a room for sleeping. More like a sanctuary”.  This basically means that you can’t cheat on your sleep with social media rounds, your pending bills or a late night show with either of the Jimmy’s.

And the most important of all, turn that cell phone off. Constantly thinking about the events of the day and the things you have to say causes stress and sleeplessness.

Unwind your mind

Find your own way to unwind. It could be reading a book, listening to soothing music or meditating; whatever floats your boat and rocks it enough to put you to sleep.

Choosing the right mattress:

That’s right. If what you’re sleeping on is an old sagging mattress with a spring digging into your back and squeaking every time you move, it’s time to buy a new mattress. Forget economical living and think peaceful sleeping.

Comfortable loungewear:

Sleeping has a lot to do with comfort. If you’re one to rotate a 360 in your sleep or curl up like a ball and travel in bed, you should do it with comfort. Pick your comfort in loungewear. Be it PJs, boxers or one pieces, think comfort and not just style for your shut eye time.

If you’re seeking an insane combination of comfort and style, you can always check out Nuteez. This is a one stop destination to find loungewear with the coolest themes and softest fabric, which is sure to get you cozy enough to forget the sheep and ticking music demos and sleep like a baby.

Loungewear Fashion Tips for a Rainy Day

The scorching heat of the summer has now been replaced with cold showers and twice the number of puddles and overflowing potholes. The monsoons are usually dull and hence your wardrobe bears the responsibility of brightening it up. If you’re dressing for work then it becomes hard to decide how to coordinate and accessorize. Scarfs are usually a great way to look smart and trendy even on dull days. If you’re going for loungewear like a one-piece or a tank top paired with a skirt, then scarfs or even a jacket will do the job.

 Your colour selection matters a great deal when you know that it’s going to be a grey day. If you’re all set for a presentation or a meeting that morning, then brighter subtle shades like orange, light blue, yellow or red will make a greater impact on your dealings and set a happier tone to your dull surroundings.

Well, why should women have all the fun? Men, here’s how you can survive the monsoons in style. Tossing out your jeans temporarily and picking out shorter loungewear is step one.

It is a common misunderstanding that shorts are worn only for a walk on the beach or coffee with a buddy. But loungewear has changed that myth and made room for new trends.

Capris or classy shorts paired with a bright coloured shirt and a sharp jacket trumps boring semi-formals, even on work days. It not only gives you a stylish edge but also saves you a whole lot of messy pant bottoms, courtesy the aforementioned puddles and potholes.

Loungewear is also the safest and best bet during the monsoons because it is made out of 100% cotton. Apart from the blissful comfort it provides, the hand-feel cotton makes it easier for your clothes to dry as opposed to rugged denim jeans. So if you’re living in condominiums in metro cities, make the smarter choice and always pick loungewear.

Since it’s harder to find trendy and subtle loungewear in stores, online shopping is the way to go. For a wide range of loungewear and casualwear to choose from, check out Nuteez, a young brand that offers the finest designs and high quality products.

Have a happy and stylish monsoon.