i hate teas and warm milk. i dont want to take pills because i have 5 month old and need to be able to wake up if he needs me. but i'm finding it really hard to fall asleep at night which makes me exhausted during the day which again isnt good when i need to be there for my son. so i need something that'll help me relax but not make me dead to the world.
2007-02-22 04:11:11 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
From personal experience with a 1-year-old and 3-year-old, I have always used Tylenol PM or just Simply Sleep. It says on the directions to use two, but I just use one and that doesn't knock me out as much. I also keep the baby monitor on next to my bed and up loud enough so that if they are doing anything I can hear it right away and I'm up in a flash. Usually, if I don't want to take a pill, but I really need sleep, I just sit and watch TV or read a book for a little bit to relax and then just breath deep for a bit to help calm my nerves. I think it is really a matter of trying everything and seeing what works for you because everybody's body is different and what works for me may not work for you. So, good luck!! I hope you can get some rest!
2007-02-22 04:22:56 · answer #1 · answered by eedelao 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My suggestion is find someone to take the 5 month old off your hands for a while and do something relaxing at least once a week. I don't know where you live at but here it is starting to warm up a bit, you might consider about 3 or 4 hours before bedtime also taking a walk for about a half hour which will help you both sleep. Watch the caffeine in the evenings especially coffee and soft drinks. If you don't see an improvement consider seeing a sleep specialist and see one anyway if this is long term.
2007-02-22 12:19:26 · answer #2 · answered by kyghostchaser2006 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I have a hard time sleeping I use melatonin, which is a hormone produced by the brain so it's natural. It works by inducing sleep, but will not completely knock you out. It takes about 30 minutes to totally kick in.
When I wake up in the morning, I dont feel drowsy or drugged up. You can get it at most natural food and health stores.
2007-02-22 12:20:05 · answer #3 · answered by Alyssa D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hot bath before bed with aromatherapy smells like lavender will make you sleepy. If you do not have time for relaxing bath you could try just buying the scented sprays they are very relaxing and can make you sleepy. Also reading a novel or doing yoga. You also have to look at your habits before you go to bed if you watch violent programs like c.s.i. or the news your body gets a little agitated even if you dont notice it so its hard to relax.
2007-02-22 12:24:17 · answer #4 · answered by Lovely 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why dont you try some lavendar pillow spray for your pillow. thats what i use. its natual and so it lets you fall into your own sleep, and helps you to relax, its very good. i got mine from boots, so you could try there and its in a purple bottle a few inches tall. hope all goes well and congrats on the ikkle en! xx
2007-02-22 12:25:22 · answer #5 · answered by Bubble 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Calcium supplement helps me.
2007-02-22 12:18:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Learn Yoga and Meditation and practice daily.
2007-02-22 12:15:35 · answer #7 · answered by SKG R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Smoke a lot of w**d It will help allot but if u dint smoke then try some night Quill
2007-02-22 12:21:10 · answer #8 · answered by Big Poppa 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
listen to classical music like Beethoven that relaxes me and sooths me to sleep!
2007-02-22 12:21:14 · answer #9 · answered by Lil Nena 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Music....or yahoo
2007-02-22 12:18:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋