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Why You Wake Up at 3 A.M. (and What to Do in the First Ten Minutes)
Waking in the middle of the night is very common, especially after 45. What you do in the next few minutes often decides whether it becomes a long night.
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Falling asleep, staying asleep and waking up rested. Gentle, natural ideas for better nights, at any age.
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Melatonin, Magnesium and Sleeping Pills: What to Know Before You Try
Many people reach for a pill when sleep goes wrong. Here is a calm, simple overview of the most common options and their limits.
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Sleep After 50: What Changes and What Helps
Sleep changes as we get older. Some of it is normal. Some of it can be helped with simple, natural habits.
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Night Sweats and Hot Flashes: Simple Ways to Sleep Cooler
For many women in midlife, heat is what breaks the night. These practical, natural changes can help you stay cooler and settle back down faster.
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Coffee and Sleep: How Late Is Too Late?
Caffeine stays in the body for hours. If you sleep badly, your afternoon cup may be part of the story.
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Should You Nap? A Simple Guide to Daytime Rest
A short nap can be a gift. A long, late nap can steal from the night. Here is how to nap well.
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First Sleep and Second Sleep: How People Slept Before Electric Light
Historians have found many old references to a "first sleep" and a "second sleep." Knowing this may make waking at night feel less alarming.
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The Evening Glass of Wine: How Alcohol Changes Your Sleep
A drink can make you drowsy. But many people find their nights are worse after it. Here is why.
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What to Do the Day After a Bad Night
How you handle the day after poor sleep can help the next night go better. Here is a simple plan.