Whether it’s from an uncomfortable mattress, a wiggly partner, or other sleep problems waking in the night can seriously disrupt the quality of your rest. If you regularly wake up during the early hours, you’re not alone. A recent study we conducted revealed 80% of sleepers experience bedtime interruptions.

Let’s look at some common causes of those wake-up calls and some simple ways to help you stay asleep until the alarm goes off.

Why are you waking up during the night?

Many of us wake up occasionally during the night, though it can be a real struggle for some sleepers to drift back off. This can quickly cut into those precious 7-9 hours you need to stay feeling healthy. We cycle through four sleep stages; at specific points of this, we can wake more easily. While sometimes this can be caused by natural fluctuations in our circadian rhythm, other factors could play a part. Here are some of the prevailing causes of waking up during the night.

Are you sleeping with a wriggly partner?

Of all the things we do for love, missing out on sleep does not need to be one of them. If you share a bed with your partner, you can easily be woken by them throughout the night, especially if you are a light sleeper. This can be caused by a mattress that lacks motion transfer control, so every time they move, you ping back awake. Sound familiar? Here’s what you can try.

What can you do to stay asleep?

Switching to a mattress with advanced motion control can significantly affect the quality of your sleep. High-end mattresses like our bamboo hybrid mattress offer the best results with refined, advanced pocket spring technology to absorb movement for a smoother, interrupted night. You can also try making sure you go to bed simultaneously and leave any technology outside the room.

Could you be experiencing an untreated sleep problem?

Various sleep problems, from stress, and anxiety to insomnia, could be the reason you are waking up and not enjoying a whole night of natural sleep. A study revealed 10-20% of adults have insomnia which can impact their mood, health, and well-being. Waking up with a racing heart and not being able to switch your mind off are signs you could be experiencing stress or another sleep disorder. The good news is there are things that can help get this resolved and you sleep better.

What can you do to stay asleep?

Embracing a natural wind-down routine before bed and avoiding blue light are great ways to relax and calm your mind. This can help prepare you to drift off for a longer, deeper sleep. Lowering the lights an hour or two before bedtime will help you produce melatonin, your body’s natural ‘sleepy’ hormone. Sticking to a routine can also set your circadian rhythm into a consistent sleeping pattern. If you continue to experience disrupted sleep, consult a doctor for further advice and explanations.

Is bedtime too hot or cold or uncomfy?

Is your bed not dreamily comfy enough? Is the bedroom too hot? Is your duvet too thick? These fundamental bedroom blunders can all result in you waking up during the night. Not having a supportive mattress can cause discomfort, tossing, and turning throughout the night. Out-of-season bedding can leave you too cold or overheating, another cause of tossing and turning. These are the easiest (and most enjoyable) things to get sorted and ease you into a better night’s sleep.

Final tips to sleep through the night

Whatever the reasons you are waking up during the night, with a little patience and small changes you can soon be enjoying a restorative, longer night’s sleep. Prioritising rest and bedtime is vital for your well-being. And remember, shutting off from work and responsibilities for some relaxing ‘you’ time is as important as replying to those emails…

Sweet Dreams

Does the thought of getting up five minutes earlier than necessary have you running for your duvet? You’re not alone. Many of us believe that becoming a morning person is a pipe dream. A lofty aspiration that our love of sleep will always trump. 

Of lying in bed while those crazy morning people go for runs, meditate and tick off to-do lists that for the rest of us can wait till our alarm bosses us out of bed, thank you very much.

While that extra time in bed may feel scrummy, getting up a little earlier could do wonders for your health, self-esteem and even your bank balance. And despite what you may think, becoming a morning person is not as complicated as it seems. With these easy tips and a bit of effort, you could join the elite morning club. Pour a coffee, and let’s get to it.

What is the secret of becoming a morning person?

You must have wondered this when dealing with those super ‘perky’ colleagues at morning meetings. Well, there is no one secret to becoming a morning person- there are actually a few. From increasing your melatonin to exercising more and adding some sleepy snacks to your diet. Let’s take a closer look at the easy ways to optimise well-being and wake up feeling ready for the day.