Who else has taken residence by a fan and is surviving off iced drinks?
With the UK experiencing crazily high temperatures this week, many of us are spending the nights wrestling with our sheets and struggling to get a good night’s sleep. Luckily, there are ways to keep cool and beat the bedtime heat.
Before bed:
- Cooling shower
Cool off from the day with a cold-water shower. Not Whim Hoff ready for the cold? Apply cool cloths evenly to your body instead.
Bonus tip: Use lavender to make your bedtime wash both refreshing and relaxing.
- Keep the blinds closed
During the day, keep your blinds and curtains closed to stop the sun from heating your bedroom– no one wants to sleep in greenhouse heat!
Bonus tip: keep your windows closed during the day, especially on the sunny side of your home, but open them before bed to let a breeze through.
In your sleep space:
- Ditch the duvet
Take off your bedding and, if you feel you need a cover, keep on just the sheet. Feel free to leave your feet sticking out to cool down the whole body.
Bonus tip: Give your sheets a spritz of lavender to help you unwind.
- Use a fan
Who isn’t a fan of fans at the moment? Place one by your bed to create a cooling breeze.
Bonus tip: Put a tray of ice cubes in front of your fan to cool the air blown around the room.
Consistency is key:
- Stick to your routine
Changing your routine when the weather changes can be tempting, but that will only confuse your already established sleep-wake pattern. Try as best you can to avoid afternoon naps (unless your sleep is really suffering!) and stick to your usual morning and night-time routine.