As we all try to cope with rising levels of stress and anxiety, let’s review some of the research which reveals one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to support your mental health. For those who want to explore academic perspectives on sleep quality and its connection to mental resilience, conducting structured research (diplomarbeit […]
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While most parents know that teens need 8-10 hours of sleep to grow a healthy brain and body, learn and meet their potential, many have no idea their teen has a problem sleeping. These sleep tips for teens can help parents talk to their teens about their sleep and ensure they get the best quality […]
Summer has landed and although there is so much to love about this season, it can seriously disrupt our sleep! Not only do longer, lighter evenings mean we are later to bed but we often wake through the night in a hot mess. For those who want to optimize their study schedule and ensure they […]
New Mums have higher energy and nutrient requirements than ever before especially when breastfeeding. Prioritising self-care practice to help you sleep, eating a nutrient-dense diet and regular movement can be challenging for new Mums. Our blog offers ideas to nurture a new Mum’s physical health that can be easily incorporated into hectic days with your […]
Self-care is the practice of doing something for yourself that either maintains or improves your mental or physical health. Selfless new Mums struggle to make time for themselves but self-care can be easily incorporated into busy days with your baby. Our blog challenges your concept of self-care and offers ideas on how new Mums can […]
New research shows improving your gut health can help to improve your sleep and vice versa. Learn how you can improve your gut health by eating specific gut-friendly foods at the right time for your circadian rhythm. Explore this blog to improve your gut health and positively impact your sleep. Our previous blog, ‘When Sleep […]
If you have tried everything to improve your sleep, it may be time to turn your attention to your gut. New research confirms that a diverse, healthy gut can help you enjoy longer, deeper sleep with less waking through the night. This blog explores how improving your gut health can improve your sleep. There are […]
Blog at a Glance: The SleepDrops Research team is concerned by recent news that many New Zealand parents are using prescription Melatonin to get their children to sleep Read the blog below to learn about the potential side effects of prescription Melatonin use for kids and why long term use is not recommended. See our […]
Blog at a Glance: Learn how much sleep your child really needs at each age to support better behaviour, growth and development. Concerning international trend of drugging children to sleep now becoming common in New Zealand. Read our effective, evidence-based natural strategies to get kids to sleep and end the bedtime battle. Kids employ a […]
Blog at a Glance Research has shown there is an exact quantity of sleep needed to help an individual build a healthy immune system. Short sleepers are four times more likely to be infected by a common cold virus. Learn more about how you can improve your sleep and build a healthy immune system to […]