1. Get Rid of All Electronics from The Bedroom

Most electronic devices (with screens on them) produce blue light, hence they are not recommended in the bedroom. Although you may be aware of this, the blue light produced by these gadgets hinders the production of sleep hormones, hence could affect your sleep patterns. E-readers, laptops, tablets, game consoles, and cellphones shouldnt be allowed in the bedroom.

In addition to kicking out all the electronic devices from the bedroom (computers and TVs included), you might also have to adjust the position of the alarm clock as well. This is particularly important for digital alarm clocks as they produce distractive light as well. Make sure the alarm clock faces away from you as well. This should help eliminate anxiety related to gazing at the watch when you should be trying to sleep. Having the clock face away from you also reduces the risk of anxiety, and particularly if you tend to worry about why you arent drifting off. Make sure the alarm clock is as far away from the bed and your reach as possible. This should prevent you from snoozing the alarm when it goes off in the morning.

We all know how disrupting artificial light can be, and especially when trying to get some sleep. Natural light too can be as distracting, which is why you not only need to keep electronic devices out but also keep the light out as well. You may have to switch to blackout blinds or heavy curtains to block the light, and also remove night lights from the bedroom as well. Always remember to turn the lamp off before drifting off.

If you cannot part ways with your cellphone at night, then consider putting it in silent mode, then flip it over with screen-side down immediately after going to bed. Most phones will light up if theres email notification, incoming text, or push notifications. Keeping the phone flipped over reduces the chances of seeing the screen come to life, hence sleep without any disruptions/distractions.

Any form of noise can disrupt you from sleep. Noise can make it hard for one to drift to sleep, or even stay asleep, one of the reasons you need to ensure your bedroom is as comfortable and quiet as possible. A calm and quiet bedroom makes it easy to sleep like a baby. Soundproofing the room might be the only viable option if the noises are coming from the traffic outside, or a noisy neighbor down the street.

You could also try investing in a sound machine. The sound machine produces mellow and soothing sounds that help mask noises coming from the outside. The soft, soothing sounds produced makes it easy for the brain to relax, helping you drift to dreamland.

Listening to your favorite, but relaxing music can also help you fall asleep. You, however, need to ensure the volume isnt too loud and also have a timer to help set it off after you have fallen asleep. Although it might be relaxing to drift off to sleep with your favorite jams playing in the background, you dont want to wake up in the middle of the night to blaring sounds of the same music. Have a timer turn it off as soon as you are asleep to avoid disruptions.

Your body temperature will drop naturally as you drift into a deep sleep. Setting the bedroom temperature a few degrees lower than in other rooms can help the body cool off as well. Experts recommend between 60 and 67 degrees in bedrooms for better sleep.

Sleeping naked also makes it easier for the temperature to drop down, and also eliminates the discomfort that comes with sleeping in pajamas or nightgowns. Sleeping naked is fulfilling too. Your mattress can help you keep cool, many mattresses now have breathable materials that help you to regulate your temperature while you sleep. Take a look at these Ikea mattress reviews.

Introducing certain scents in the bedroom creates a calming and relaxing atmosphere, excellent for winding down and sleep. These scents will train the brain to enter into relaxation and sleep mode as soon as they hit your nostrils, hence recommended. Some of the best scents to try in the bedroom include vanilla, rosemary, and lavender.

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