Do you struggle with sleep?

Whether that’s falling asleep or staying asleep. 

Or, could you use a deeper quality of sleep or longer duration? 

Sleep is one of the most necessary processes for our body to function and thrive. And, can be such a key indicator for our mood, our ability to focus, whether or not we eat sugar or overeat, or feel inspired or tense. 

As a new mom, I’m really feeling the lack of sleep. And just because we don’t sleep at night, it doesn’t mean there’s any less to do during our day. And, maybe like me, you also take time to focus on your being so any tension and frustration doesn’t take over. 

Whether you’re a new mom, filled with to-do’s and things to think about, like to unwind late into the night or find that as your most productive time…I’m sharing a helpful meditation and some tips. 

Because let’s face it, it’s hard to be in your flow without sleeping well. 

And, during this season of my life with very little quantity of rest, here are some tips how I bump up my quality of sleep so I can function more productively without losing it. 

Tips for Quality Sleep: 

1. Journal before bed and get everything on your mind out on paper. 
2. Read something inspirational. I feel more satisfied and ready to rest when I have an intention or connection to something I love to focus on. I go to sleep more deeply and often half wake in a flow of ideas or download early in the morning so I keep a journal or my phone on airplane mode ready to take notes or voice memo. 
3. If I’m up throughout the night often, I drink a lot of water. I know I’ll get up to use the restroom more, but I’m already awake and I find being hydrated makes me less groggy in the morning and I don’t have that spinning feeling. 
4. I keep two large 24oz glasses by my bed and on my sink. Make it easy for you to drink water during the day and at night. 
5. Know your morning that lies ahead. Otherwise, I find I’m in bed planning out the day to come or projects on my plate. 
6. Turn off wifi or electronics if you can. I charge my phone early in the evening so the wifi, bluetooth and service are off and it’s not charging when I go to sleep. My screen is in super warm mode so if I have an idea to jot down it doesn’t disturb me. My outlets have an on/off switch I bought on amazon so effectively nothing is plugged in my bed. I’ve noticed such a big difference with this after seeing an EMF consultant. 
7. Don’t go to bed after eating. Ideally, I like to stop eating around 6pm. Now, with nursing that’s changed at times and I’m in this season of life, but I really notice the difference the nights I can intermittently fast. 
8. Body scan, ground and meditate. 

And, here are a few more resources for you: 

• If you’re interested in learning about which organs are rejuvenating and healing at different times…check out this past blog post here with lots of other tips and strategies for quality sleep. 

• Here’s a Kundalini Meditation for restful sleep.

• Here’s an audio for you to use nightly or anytime you want some help drifting off to sleep.

• If you’d like some 1:1 or group support. I do energy healing, readings on blocks to sleeping well, and coaching and courses to help you process and clear anything that may be affecting you. If you’re curious where to start, contact us here and we’ll set up a call to see how we can help you

Here’s to you having a restful nights sleep

Enjoy

Laurin