Sleep Like a Baby: How to Get the Best Rest of Your Life
Published on Fri Feb 21 2025 in Lifestyle
Sleep Like a Baby: How to Get the Best Rest of Your Life
Let’s be honest — sleep is one of life’s greatest pleasures, but for many New Zealanders, it’s also one of the hardest things to get right. Between work, family, endless to-do lists, and late-night scrolling, a good night’s sleep can feel like an impossible dream.
The good news? With a few simple tweaks, you can go from tossing and turning to sleeping like a baby. And no, we don’t mean waking up every two hours crying; we mean deep, restful sleep that leaves you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day!
1. Stick to a Sleep Routine
Babies thrive on routine, and guess what? Adults do too! Going to bed and waking up at the same time every day (yes, even on weekends) helps regulate your body’s internal clock, making it easier to fall asleep and wake up feeling refreshed. It’s okay to sleep in sometimes, but for the most part, a routine works best for your mind and body.
2. Create a Sleep Sanctuary
Your bedroom should be a place of peace and relaxation—not an office, gym, or entertainment hub. Here’s how to set the scene for sleep success:
✔ Keep it cool – A temperature of around 18-21°C is ideal for sleep.
✔ Block out light – Blackout curtains or an eye mask can work wonders.
✔ Ditch the screens – Blue light from phones and TVs messes with your melatonin levels, making it harder to fall asleep.
3. Watch What You Eat and Drink
That post-dinner coffee or sneaky glass of wine might be sabotaging your sleep. Caffeine can stay in your system for hours, and while alcohol might help you doze off, it disrupts your sleep cycles and in the long run, hurts your body’s ability to sleep instead of helping it. Instead, try a calming herbal tea or a warm glass of milk—old-school, but it works! Adding a pinch of turmeric to that milk helps relax your muscles as well.
4. Move Your Body (But Not Too Late)
Regular exercise is great for sleep, but working out too close to bedtime can leave you wired. Aim to finish intense workouts at least 3 hours before bed, and if you need to wind down, try some gentle yoga or stretching.
5. Tame the Racing Mind
If you find yourself lying awake thinking about everything from work deadlines to what you should’ve said in that argument five years ago, try:
📝 Journaling – Write down your thoughts before bed to clear your mind. Writing stops you from ruminating and puts your mind at ease.
🌿 Breathing exercises – Deep breathing or meditation can help you relax.
📚 Reading a book – Just make sure it’s not too thrilling, or you’ll be up all night turning pages! Reach for some good old paperbacks instead of scrolling through an e-book.
6. Plan for the Future, to Sleep Better Tonight
Ever found yourself lying awake worrying about the "what ifs" in life? You’re not alone. Stress and uncertainty are major sleep disruptors, but planning ahead can help you rest easy. That’s where Funeral Insurance comes in—because knowing your loved ones won’t be burdened financially when the time comes can bring incredible peace of mind.
At Momentum Life, we believe in helping New Zealanders take care of their future, so they can enjoy life (and sleep!) with less worry. Our Funeral Insurance is simple, affordable, and designed to give you confidence that things are sorted—so you can focus on getting the rest you deserve.
Final Thoughts
Great sleep isn’t just about feeling refreshed—it’s essential for your health, happiness, and overall well-being. By making small changes to your routine, creating a peaceful sleep environment, and planning ahead for life’s uncertainties, you’ll be well on your way to sleeping like a baby (the peaceful kind, of course!).
Want to sleep even easier? Find out how Momentum Life can help you prepare for the future today.
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