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I have chronic insomnia, here is what has helped me
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items I have an uncommon form of insomnia called chronic insomnia which means I struggle to sleep more than 3 nights a week basically every week. Sometimes that means no sleep at all! I have dealt with chronic insomnia for over 6 years now and wanted to share the items that have helped aid me through the years. These are the top of the top, and really help. I hope we both get better rest soon!
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Supplements
In the bed
Essential oil for better rest
Supplements
As a woman struggling with chronic insomnia, I have tried nearly every supplement there is on the market. These are the ones who make the list for me and have impacted my life.
This is my holy grail. Magnesium is key to a calm nervous system. I've been using this since 8th grade and it's such a healthy night time ritual. It's like having tea everynight, I make it and watch my show - I get excited to have it!
CALM Powder Raspberry-Lemon, 16 oz (453 g)
I just started using this supplement this year and I have fully noticed the difference in my anxiety and stress levels. I take this once a day and it helps me manage stress, leading to better sleep. I now can't live without this.
High Absorption Magnesium Glycinate Capsules 200 mg
Valerian root has worked much better for me than melatonin so this product is a staple in my household - not to mention all the other benefits of this product including lowering brain hyperactivity, helping cramps and migrains, and restless leg syndr...
Nature Made Valerian Root Dietary Supplements Capsules - 30ct
In the bed
If you aren't sleeping well, you may need some room upgrades. Here's what I would try first!
I can not sleep unless a room is pitch black. Getting an eye mask changed the game for me, especially when I'm sleeping in a new environment or want to sleep in. This weighted on is the one I use and it helps make my eyes heavy for sleep.
Lavender Scented Satin Weighted Eye Mask
If you haven't tried a weighted blanket yet, you NEED to. Even on nights I can't sleep it's so comforting and feels like a cozy hug. I use every single night.
Baloo Living Cool Cotton Weighted Blanket | Wayfair
Do you need noise to sleep? Me too! This is what I use!
Dohm Classic Natural White Noise Machine
I'm such a warm sleeper and wake up too hot or too cold if I take the covers off. Investing in good sheets that help maintain temperature is a game changer. These sheets are everything to me!
Original Performance Sheet Set
If you can't sleep with distractions, you absolutely need this product. So comfortable in your ears and helps block out unwanted noise.
SLEEP Earplugs
The cutest little friend to snuggle all night!! I have the sloth one and this one! They keep me warm, which I love now that falll is here.
Golden Dog Warmie
Essential oil for better rest
I use essential oil in my everyday life. It has changed the sleep and relaxation game for me! Try thieves first!
Essential oil is so calming and a great way to unwind at the end of the day. I have this diffuser in the bedroom and always use thieves or sleep EO.
Metro Stone Diffuser- Gray
I bring this with me everywhere and put it on even if I'm not going to sleep. It's so comforting to smell and can help calm me down in stressfull situations.
Relax Essential Oil Blend Pre-Diluted Roll-On
This may seem strange as it's titled “germ fighter”, but this EO is my favorite scent and I use it to sleep very often. It has thieves in it which is the best Essential oil in my opinion! Smells to die for.
Germ Fighter Essential Oil Blend
This product smells so amazing and I love to spray it not just on my bed and pillows but also my clothes and self!
Lush Sleep room spray