Let's talk mum guilt. Where Mums feel guilty for working. Mums feel guilty for taking sick days. Mums feel guilty if someone else takes care of their kids. Mums feel guilty for staying home but then putting kids in front of the TV to get things done. Mums feel...
Does the brain rest during sleep? The answer may surprise you. The brain actually works harder during sleep than you may think. Each night, when our bodies lie down and rest, the brain starts a rather complex journey. During this journey, the brain employs an array...
The Significance of Sleep for Your Well-being We all know that getting a good night’s sleep can see us bouncing out of bed ready to tackle the day ahead with gusto. But the other side of the coin is far too common. Even one poor night of sleep can leave you feeling...
Good sleep hygiene says you should NOT use screens for AT LEAST an hour before bed (ideally two hours). But do screens at bedtime really affect sleep? Let’s see… It's mainly to do with melatonin release Melatonin is known as our "sleepy hormone". It is released in...
If insomnia has hit, or your sleep isn't as good as you'd like it, take inspiration from Matariki this weekend. Here are five ways Matariki can help you rejuvenate your sleep! In the celestial realm, Matariki, (known elsewhere as the Pleiades star cluster), has...
When sleep doesn’t come easily, it can be frustrating to say the least. But having the right bedroom environment can really help! Here are 3 simple bedroom tricks to give you better sleep.
Learn how light and dark affect sleep Once you learn how light and dark affect sleep, it’s much easier to use these tools for all sorts of things. Working WITH your child’s body (instead of against it) can help you navigate sleep in the summer, adjust for daylight...
NZ businesses have gathered together with Cherished Sleep for an amazing 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAYS! What will we give away next?
The extra scope Aucklanders have to move around a bit more freely, albeit outside, has a number of perks. It’s more than being able to catch up with friends and family, there are health benefits too. Let’s look to the silver lining and make the most of it NZ.
Adjusting for daylight saving is easier than you think This weekend we’re more likely to see a spike in car crashes, strokes, heart attacks, depressive episodes and even IBS. This happens every time daylight saving starts due to the sleep deprivation brought on by...
10 Sleep Hygiene Commandments for Adults A few years ago, the World Sleep Society created 10 Sleep Hygiene Commandments for Adults. And as I'm still appalling late at posting my own adult tips (so so sorry - it will happen one day), it makes sense to share these...