With temperatures plummeting, it is safe to say that winter is upon us. While we might not gorge, burrow and hibernate like other species, the cooler temperatures do have an impact on our bodies and how we sleep. Here are a few things to keep in mind so you can sleep comfortably throughout the winter months:

 

Avoid overheating the bedroom

Aside from accumulating some unwanted charges on your electricity or gas bill, cranking up the heat can impact your sleep. In order to fall asleep, our body temperature needs to decrease slightly. The optimal room temperature for sleep is between 18°C and 22°C.

 

Keep up your exercise routine

While it can be difficult to stay motivated when the mornings are cold and dark and the sun sets much earlier in the evening, regular exercise can improve the quality of your sleep. Even a brisk walk outside during your lunch break will help prevent you from feeling groggy and tired in the mornings.

 

Eat Well

If you are tempted by hearty comfort foods to warm you in the winter months, be mindful of when you are eating these meals. It’s best to avoid heavy meals close to bedtime, as this requires your body to work hard to digest the food, which can affect the quality of your sleep.

 

Steer clear of weekend hibernation

It’s tempting to spend cold Sunday mornings curled up under the doona, but this is not doing you any favours when it comes to regulating your weekly sleep schedule. In fact, the more regulated your sleep schedule is on the weekends, the easier it will be for you to sleep well during the work week.

 

Get some morning sunshine 

It’s important to expose yourself to natural light as close to waking as possible to increase your body temperature, energy levels and alertness. The full-spectrum light that the sun emits starts your body clock and boosts your vitamin D production. To motivate yourself to get into the sunlight, treat yourself to a yummy breakfast in the sun.

 

Opt for breathable linen

Dress your bed with breathable fabrics, such as cotton and flannelette, for a more comfortable sleep. In addition to helping regulate your temperature through the night, they help avoid dampness that can bring on mould and related allergies. For extra protection against allergies and asthma triggers, choose an A.H. Beard mattress. They are approved by the National Asthma Council’s Sensitive Choice program, as they provide long  term protect against dust mites, mould and bacteria, so you can breathe and sleep easy.

Keep reading

Join us as we explore ways to look, feel and perform better using the power of sleep!

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

This is by far the best mattress I have ever slept on. It was recommended to me by my sister as sleeping on this bed really helped with her back pain. And I can say that it has helped me immensely with my back issues. It is very comfortable and supportive.

Highly recommend this mattress

Julie

Central Queensland, via productreview.com.au

Multiple purchases have been made, for both family and our rental property. A good nightā€™s sleep is such a basic requirement for health and happiness. A good quality mattress is the foundation.

We will continue to be proud to buy Australian. Well made and THE BEST.

Jennifer

Sydney, via productreview.com.au

The last bed we had for 12 years ā€“ a queen size A.H. Beard was great so we upgraded to a king size and are very happy with the Grand Harmony plush ā€“ great that they are made in Australia.

Kerry

South Eastern NSW, via productreview.com.au

Rejuvenating
sleep isnā€™t far away

Find the right mattress for you

Mattress Finder

Answer a few questions and get three personalised recommendations.

Before you buy

Discover the 6 essential features of Premium Sleep

Filter by your preferences

See mattresses that fit your preferred criteria.

Ask us anything

Click the chat icon for fast answers.

Explore our collections

Complement your mattress and complete your bedroom setup

A source of information and inspiration for people who want to achieve premium sleep

Delivering premium sleep since 1899.

We're here to help.

Shop in-store

See and feel your next mattress

Shop online

Sleep better without leaving home

Share This