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This is how many hours of sleep women actually need each night
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 4/7/25 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 4/7/25

This is how many hours of sleep women actually need each night

It turns out, women may need more sleep than men. Explore how many hours women should be getting each night, and 9 ways they can get better quality sleep.

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7 signs your newborn is overtired (and how to help them)
Sleep, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 4/4/25 Sleep, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 4/4/25

7 signs your newborn is overtired (and how to help them)

Did you know that a newborn can be too tired to sleep? (It’s miserable for everyone.) Learn the signs of an overtired newborn and get 9 tips to help them rest.

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Do couples who sleep apart also grow apart? What you need to know
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 3/24/25 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 3/24/25

Do couples who sleep apart also grow apart? What you need to know

Cuddling is great, but some nights you just need uninterrupted sleep. Explore 5 reasons couples may sleep apart, and how to do it without growing apart.

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Feeling guilty for sleeping? Here's why you deserve rest
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 3/19/25 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 3/19/25

Feeling guilty for sleeping? Here's why you deserve rest

If a creeping sense of shame has ever caused you to stay up late or wake up early to get stuff done, we get it. Explore why we feel guilty for sleeping and 10 tips to cope.

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Want to sleep better? These 10 healthy sleep habits can help
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 3/17/25 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 3/17/25

Want to sleep better? These 10 healthy sleep habits can help

We all know sleep is important, but it's not always so easy to get. Explore 10 healthy sleep habits that can help you get better rest and wake up ready to take on the day.

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How to establish a wake-up routine (and actually stick to it)
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 2/6/25 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 2/6/25

How to establish a wake-up routine (and actually stick to it)

Not a morning person? You can be. Learn how to establish and stick to a wake-up routine with 8 practical steps to start your day on the right foot.

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How does stress affect sleep quality?
Sleep, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24 Sleep, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24

How does stress affect sleep quality?

Explore how stress affects sleep, impacts of sleep deprivation, and how managing stress can help. Plus, 6 tips for when you can’t sleep from stress.

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Have you heard of pink noise? 5 reasons it may lead to better sleep
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 9/24/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 9/24/24

Have you heard of pink noise? 5 reasons it may lead to better sleep

Is pink noise the best option for sleep? Learn the difference between pink noise and other noise colors and how pink noise may be able to help you sleep better.

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Activation synthesis theory: your brain's role while dreaming
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/9/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/9/24

Activation synthesis theory: your brain's role while dreaming

Explore the activation-synthesis theory and the role of the brain while dreaming. Plus, competing theories and the AIM model to understand the science behind sleep.

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Should you watch TV before bed? 5 impacts on your sleep
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/8/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/8/24

Should you watch TV before bed? 5 impacts on your sleep

Do you watch TV before bed? Explore 6 impacts of watching TV on your sleep, including the effects of blue light, and how to minimize the impact and sleep better.

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How to lucid dream: 6 tips to train your body and mind
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/8/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/8/24

How to lucid dream: 6 tips to train your body and mind

Discover what lucid dreaming is, including how and why it works, according to the research. Plus, how to have lucid dreams and wake yourself up from them.

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How phones in the bedroom can affect sleep and wellbeing
Mental Health, Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/3/24 Mental Health, Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/3/24

How phones in the bedroom can affect sleep and wellbeing

Should you keep your phone in the bedroom? Explore the impacts of phones, and blue light, on sleep and why children shouldn't have phones in their room.

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Should I sleep with my pet? 6 tips for sharing space at night
Sleep, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 6/24/24 Sleep, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 6/24/24

Should I sleep with my pet? 6 tips for sharing space at night

Ever wondered if sleeping with pets is safe? Learn the potential benefits and drawbacks of sharing a bed with your pet and 6 tips for a better night's sleep.

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How to establish a toddler bedtime routine for better sleep
Sleep, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 6/24/24 Sleep, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 6/24/24

How to establish a toddler bedtime routine for better sleep

Explore the stages of a bedtime routine for toddlers that can help you and your child sleep better. Plus, how to establish the best toddler bedtime routine today.

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What makes a good bedtime routine for kids? 10 do’s and don’ts
Sleep, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 6/21/24 Sleep, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 6/21/24

What makes a good bedtime routine for kids? 10 do’s and don’ts

Explore what makes a good bedtime routine for kids, including how long they should be and do’s and don’ts. Plus, 10 tips for creating a bedtime routine for your child.

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What to do after a bad night's sleep: 5 mindful tips
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 6/19/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 6/19/24

What to do after a bad night's sleep: 5 mindful tips

Explore the impact of a bad night of sleep on your mental and physical health. Plus, how to recover from a bad night's sleep with 10 mindful dos and don'ts.

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How much sleep do kids need? Plus how to help them sleep better
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/29/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/29/24

How much sleep do kids need? Plus how to help them sleep better

Learn how much sleep kids, and babies, really need based on their age and if naps count toward that total. Plus, 10 tips to help your kid sleep better tonight.

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REM sleep vs. deep sleep (and how much do you need of both?)
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/13/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/13/24

REM sleep vs. deep sleep (and how much do you need of both?)

Learn the distinctions between REM vs. deep sleep stages and how they benefit overall health. Plus, how much REM and deep sleep you really need.

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How much deep sleep do you need? Plus, how to get more of it
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/13/24 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/13/24

How much deep sleep do you need? Plus, how to get more of it

Learn what deep sleep does to your body and mind, including the impact of too little deep sleep, and how much you need. Plus, 9 tips for getting more deep sleep.

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Exercise for better sleep: how staying active can help you rest
Physical Wellbeing, Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/9/24 Physical Wellbeing, Sleep Calm Editorial Team 5/9/24

Exercise for better sleep: how staying active can help you rest

Does exercise make you sleep better? Explore what types of exercise can help you beat insomnia and get a good night's sleep. Plus, when you should exercise.

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