by Pamela Gentry

Created on: May 14, 2009   Last Updated: June 29, 2009

When you lay your head on your pillow at night, do you drift off right to sleep? If not, you are definitely not alone. Many people find it difficult to fall asleep quickly and get enough hours of sleep when they finally manage to doze off.

Drink Chamomile Tea at Bedtime

The flowers of the Chamomile plant have been used medicinally for thousands of years to treat many different types of ailments. Chamomile will help calm your nerves and prepare you for sleep. Beginning your nightly bedtime ritual with a cup of Chamomile tea is a good way to promote restful sleep.

Adjust the Temperature in Your Bedroom

Do you sleep better when your bedroom is nice and cool, or do you prefer a warmer temperature? Your natural body temperature drops when you sleep. Have you ever woken up covered in sweat? Or conversely, have you ever woken up because you felt chilly? If you are cold-natured, put on some fluffy socks to get comfortable for bedtime.

Just make sure that the temperature in your bedroom is set at a level that is ideal for you.

Keep It Dark

Is light shining through your bedroom window that might be disrupting your sleep? Your body is naturally inclined to wake up when light is present. Try hanging heavy curtains on your window, which will help keep your sleeping area nice and dark. This will also help to block out traffic noise, which could also be disturbing you.

Another option is to wear a sleep mask over your eyes to block out all traces of light. If outside noise is a problem, try wearing earplugs, which can be purchased at drug and discount stores.

Stop the Snore

Is your partner's snoring keeping you awake? See if you can talk the snorer in your life into trying some Breathe Right nasal strips. This product helps to open nasal passages for proper nighttime breathing. Breathe Right nasal strips can also be purchased at your local drugstore.

Check Your Mattress

Is your mattress old and worn out? Having a comfortable mattress is important, since we spend about 1/3 of our lives sleeping. If your mattress is uncomfortable, you may suffer from discomfort not only in your sleep, but in your waking life as well. Mattresses and pillows need to be replaced once the support in them has gone away. There are many different types of mattresses to satisfy many different people's needs. It is always best to purchase a mattress from a retailer where you can try it out for yourself first, to make sure that it is exactly as you like it.

Bed is for Sleeping

The way that you use your bedroom can

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