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Will Sleeping on your Side Prevent Snoring?

As with most medical questions, the answer here is complicated. A New York Times article discussing a sleep study reported that 54% of participants were positional snorers, indicating that they only snored while laying on their backs. However, that still leaves a full 46% who also snored while sleeping in … Read more

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Is Sleeping with the Heat on Bad for You?

During these long winter nights, it is all too tempting to sleep with the heat on. Who doesn’t want to be cozy when it’s cold outside? However, recent studies show that your decision to sleep with the heat on might not be in your best interest. In fact, it could … Read more

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The Science of Cuddling

Human touch is a powerful mechanism for human connection. It can be romantic between partners, loving between a parent and a child, or even respectful in business through a handshake. While there are many instances where personal space is required, human touch can make a real impact on people. This is because touch releases certain hormones in our body that help us feel good. Cuddling is a very powerful act that has major benefits. These benefits are not only anecdotal but are backed by science. Below you will find some of the proven benefits of cuddling.

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How to Get Used to Sleeping at a New Home

Moving into a new home is such an exciting time! While packing and unpacking may be a drag, there’s nothing like a fresh start in a new space. Feeling comfortable in your new home may take some time, but you should feel fully settled within a month after unpacking and … Read more

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How to Sleep with a Cold

This time of year, people tend to get sick. Many airborne viruses love to make their way through the season, infecting everyone with a nasty cold. If you are one of those people affected by the cold season, you may be wondering how to sleep with a cold. Colds are … Read more

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Getting Your Child to Sleep on Christmas Eve

There’s nothing better than the night before Christmas as a young child! It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the big night they’ve been waiting for this holiday season. Whether you have traditions that begin on Christmas Eve or if Christmas Day is the main event, getting your … Read more

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What are the Best Apps to Track Your Sleep Habits?

Sleep is a vital part of our overall well-being. Not getting enough sleep can seriously affect your day-to-day life, causing you to be depressed, irritable, and unfocused. Receiving a restful night’s sleep isn’t exactly the easiest task for everyone. In fact, with the amount of stress Americans tend to carry … Read more

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You Know You are Sleep Deprived if You Experience These Things

Whether you are a parent, have a busy schedule, or just struggle with falling asleep in general, you are not alone. More than one-third of Americans are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. Medical professionals recommend that adults between the ages of eighteen and sixty sleep at least … Read more

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The Parent’s Guide to Sleeping Through Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner and with all the fun, costumes, and candy, unfortunately, comes a lack of sleep. Even just one late night, caused by excitement and too much sugar, can lead to a domino effect of a disrupted sleep schedule for days to come. While Halloween is … Read more

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