is there anything natural out there( not in pill form) that can help me fall asleep?

Question

I have been having toruble ever since December when my mom passed away and it's starteing to really stress me out

Answer 1

sorry to hear about your mom but try Johnson and Johnson lavnder and chammomile line of products my husband has a hard time sleeping and I use this stuff b/c they said it would help babies go to sleep and it works on him so try it ~~~Good Luck

Answer 2

God be with you to comfort you. Even though our loved ones are in the best place, it does not stop us from missing them. I had a hard time, too. Not sleeping is also adding to your stress. If you drive, take an early evening drive with the music you love playing in the background and just sing along or use the time to pray. I do both.

If you like to exercise, do so in the afternoon and really do some good cardio.

Drinking warm tea sweetened the way you like it is good. Camomille is excellent. No caffiene. Some people enjoy warmed milk.

Try having some conversations with someone trusted to just remember some good times with your mom or just talk about your feelings. You will probably cry, but you will feel better.

Answer 3

hi- i've been involved with energy work, meditation etc, for many years. without going into the dynamics of it, if you will repeat the word "sleep", softly, as a mantra, anytime you're trying to fall asleep, it should work for you. also, to destress, generally, you could use it as well, but only till you feel relaxed, so as to avoid actually falling asleep. the more "sensitive to energies" you are the better the "mantra" will work. but, in all events it should be helpful. in addition, it would probably help to exercise regularly, meditate, and do some energy work like tai chi, yoga, etc. also the site http://www.sahajayoga.com would be helpful. if the mantra helps, would you please let me know by adding a "comment/addition" to your question. thanks. in addition at a health food store you can find homeopathic remedies and herbs that help--just ask the people there. too, going to an acupuncturist for treatment and advice would be beneficial. good luck! ;-)

Answer 4

Camomile tea, hot bath, and a good book. Get some kind of routine going. Light a scented candle, if that helps. The main thing is to go to bed at the same time every night.

Answer 5

Sorry about your loss. The best thing you can do it exercise about three-four hours before bed. DO it hard for about 45 minutes, like running with your dog or something. Then after U shower you will be tired. Avoid all screen time (computer and TV) at least 2 hours before bed.

Answer 6

Chamomile Tea or Sleepytime Extra Tea with Valerian - Valerian root supplement. Try using lavender scented bubble bath, candles, shampoo, etc.

Answer 7

The scent of lavender is relaxing. You can get it in a bath powder or salts, or a poupouri, or as an essential oil (aromatherapy).
Chamomile or catnip tea is very relaxing. A glass of wine seems to help me. Hypnosis tapes are available to help you relax.

Answer 8

There is 2 things you can try - either damiana or passion flower, the only trouble is both of these need to be smoked. Not everyone smokes but they have helped me alot in the past when my sleep disorders have attacked. ps they do not effect dreams either as I have found other products make them more vivid. Hope this helps

Answer 9

When I have trouble falling asleep, I warm up milk and add a tbsp or so of honey to it. The milk is supposed to release endorphines in your brain that make you sleepy. I don't know if it actually does, but I know the warmth and soothingness of it helps me doze off!

Answer 10

Warm bath
Relaxation tapes
Warm Milk
Not taking anything work related or stressful in to the bedroom
Some times smells such as lavender, etc.. can also sooth.

Answer 11

Besides discussing your mother's passing with a qualified professional therapist, at my suggestion, one can take valerian which is sold in most health food stores. Do a search for valerian and take as you are trying to relax. Also, there are various CDS for help with sleep that help you visualize getting more and more relaxed. If you want to talk with me privately, my email is listed in my profile.