The Sleep Doctor Blog | Advice On Mattress Buying & Sleep Issues

We've all felt the symptoms of jet lag at some point: fatigue, nausea, disorientation, and sleeplessness. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do in advance to mitigate the effects of jet lag on your trip. Here's how to recover from jet lag like a pro.

Scientists have found another reason why we need more of that sometimes elusive sleep. Some researchers have discovered those nasty neurotoxins that trigger neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and dementia are eliminated from our bodies while we sleep. Let's take a closer look.

Decor can make all the difference in providing your ideal atmosphere in your home. Having the right furnishings and decorations is the first step to finding a balance between the calm, functional space you've been dreaming of. Here are our best master bedroom decorating tips.

If you have kids, you already understand the importance of a nighttime routine for your children. The more routine, the easier it is to escape to dreamland. But did you know the same is true for you? Here's how to establish a nighttime routine for yourself and why it matters.

They say that mattresses double in weight every ten years as a result of built-up oils, skin cells, and dust mites. While research has not borne out the 'doubles in weight' claim, mattresses absolutely do age. Here's an overview of how to make your mattress and bedding last for years.

Some people have exactly as many pillows as there are people sleeping in the house. One pillow per head is a good, practical number. But other than sleeping comfortably, what else can you use that great pile of pillows for? Read on to explore our favorite ideas!

Small changes in your daily life can mean big changes in your overall well-being. Here are five ways you can make small changes in your daily routine and learn how to live healthier for a better night’s sleep.

A night of tossing and turning can be one of your worst nightmares. Don't spend another night stressing. Try these simple (and totally affordable) techniques for getting a better night's sleep.

Bedrooms have a way of accumulating stuff. They are our personal sanctuaries, our havens from stress and the worries of the outside world. Whether you have an ever-expanding wardrobe or there's just no room for a desk and chair in your room, here are our favorite techniques for optimizing the space under your bed.

You heard it all the time when you were a child, you blew it off regularly as a teenager, and you rarely consider it as an adult. But at one time or another, we've all made our beds. To help you with this simple routine, let us outline a few reasons to make your bed every day and feel great doing it.

Not everyone has an easy time getting to sleep. If you find yourself struggling to count sheep, we have some tangible tips you can try to drift off into a deeper sleep tonight.

Sleep is the one thing we all have in common. Some of us do it more than others. And scientists thought this nightly ritual to be somewhat of a mystery—at least until 25 years ago. Let's explore things you never knew about how to get a good night’s sleep.