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Strategic Napping: A Mom’s Story

Karen PhilipOctober 5, 2020

I looked up the clinical definition of narcolepsy and I really don’t think I have it. But there are times when I just have to nod off. Call is strategic if you will but the truth is, my family knows that as soon as they start the engines on an airplane, I’m out. Apparently strategic napping is a real "thing".... they are even recommending it in the army. ...

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7 Strategies For 7 Hours Of Sleep

Felice ShapiroJuly 1, 2019

Redefining what makes for a good night's sleep is the first step......

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Sleep Hygiene: Fewer Wrinkles?

BA50 TalkersJanuary 21, 2019

Your body produces collagen while you sleep. Collagen refreshes your skin, making it less likely to wrinkle....

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SAD: Sleep Deprivation Despite The Time Change And Tips To FIx It

Felice ShapiroNovember 5, 2018

"Spare me from your darkness oh cruel November." That was not Lady MacBeth that's little ole me whining about my least favorite time of year. It's when my Seaso...

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Sweat-Proof Summer Bedding

Lauren BorchettaJuly 6, 2018

Nobody likes getting woken up in the middle of the night from the heat. Stay cool all night long with these bedding suggestions for a refreshing night's sleep. ...

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Reasons I May Be Up Right Now (When I Should Be Sleeping)

Ronna BenjaminMay 22, 2018

I have to pee. Also, there's a full moon....

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Days of Wonder, Nights of Worry

Ronna BenjaminMarch 20, 2018

If you suck at sleeping on land, you are going to suck at sleeping at sea. It’s mostly different things that keep me up at 4 AM, but still I am up, wondering why I can't sleep. ...

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Sleep Quiz: 13 Questions And Answers To Help You Sleep Better

Roberta MittmanJanuary 17, 2018

Take this true/false quiz and then read the answers and you will better understand what your sleep patterns. ...

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The 7 Connections Between Getting Sleep and Feeling Happier

BA50 TalkersSeptember 9, 2017

Getting sleep each night is one of the most important things that we can do. It resets our body and mind ......

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7 Reasons Why We Sleep In Separate Beds

Vikki ClaflinAugust 24, 2017

Culturally, we are expected to sleep together as a symbol of our love and desire for intimacy with our spouse. Horse hooey....

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Figuring Out An Answer To Insomnia: My Time Of Unrest

Ronna BenjaminMay 23, 2017

The only way to look at insomnia at midlife is as a gift- an early start to the day where you can have some alone time and really kick ass and get things done....

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