Remember those times when you were young and trying to fake your sleep to convince your mom that you had your daily dose of a nap? But now that you’re all grown up, you’re starting to regret those times as you’re slowly facing the realities of adulthood, which includes being sleep deprived. I’m sure you can relate.

Aside from having a healthy diet, regular exercise, and an active lifestyle; excellent quality of sleep is one of the most important things you can give yourself. The lack of sleep can put us at risk of developing diseases, weight gain, early aging, and even mental health problems. 

The common misconception about sleeping is that it’s time to shut down your mind and body temporarily. But the truth is, our mind and body are very active during bedtime as it’s the period when a lot of restoration and processing occurs.

The critical factor in having a good night’s sleep is our bed. You’re spending at least 7 to 8 hours resting and recharging, so a quality and comfortable bed is a must. 

But how can you achieve a perfect sleeping bed? Below are the top 3 secrets that you should keep in mind:

A Comfortable Mattress

If you’ve been having some sleepless nights, interrupted sleep, or feels restless the following morning without any reason, chances are, your mattress is the culprit. It’s either you bought a low-quality mattress, or it has been your sleeping bed for more than eight years, and it’s time to shop for a new one.

There are some key factors you need to consider when shopping for the right mattress, and you should carefully examine each to get the perfect bed.

• Mattress type

You can choose from memory foam, latex, airbed, or waterbed. All of these materials are great when it comes to giving you comfort and durability. It also gives you a different type of benefits, depending on your needs.

Sleeper type

You should be able to know if you’re a back, side, or stomach sleeper. Research shows that back sleepers need a latex type of mattress with a medium firmness to support weight distribution and motion when you sleep. For side sleepers, soft foam is advisable as it adapts to the body’s natural curve without hurting the spine.

Meanwhile, stomach sleepers are suggested to have the usual bed with innerspring or a memory foam type of mattress. The innerspring helps avoid back pain and corrects your spinal alignment.

• Size
  Just because you have lots of space in the bedroom doesn’t mean you have to buy a large bed. You must also consider the number of people sleeping on the bed, and the kind of space that you have. Better research for a mattress size chart to know more.

• Budget

Of course, it still boils down to how much you can afford.  Just keep in mind that a high-quality mattress is a good investment not only for the overall look of your bedroom but most importantly, to your health.

Beddings and Blankets Made of Quality Fabrics

If you’re the type who looks at the thread count of sheets and blankets before you buy it, then news flash: it’s not that important. When buying bedding and blankets, you should look after the fabric used rather than the thread count. 

A perfect sheet and blanket are made of cotton or polyester. You may also consider looking for a hypoallergenic type of layers if you have quick allergic reactions to dust mites. 

Hotel and resort experts also found out that adding an extra sheet between the fitted and top sheet is also essential as it helps regulate the body temperature. Then top it off a comforter, or a full size weighted blanket which will give you a warm, breathable, and hug-like feels. 

Some people are not really into covering their bodies when they sleep. But did you know that using a blanket is an essential part of your sleep? It’s because, during bedtime, our body temperature drops and even reaches its lowest point when you reach the REM or Rapid Eye Movement phase.

The REM phase typically occurs before dawn or the coldest part of the day, it lasts for 3 to 4 hours and should not be interrupted. So a comfortable blanket to keep you warm will help you continue sleeping until you’re thru with this phase.

Pillows

Pillows are not only for cuddling. Having the right kind of pillow is also as important as having a quality mattress and bedding. A pillow plays a crucial part in supporting our body alignment and posture when we sleep. 

There are different types in the market, and you should not only settle for the fluffy ones. The type of pillow you will buy should also fit the kind of sleeper that you are. Below are the recommended types of pillows, depending on your sleeping habit:

• Side sleepers

They must use a large and firm pillow with medium support to maintain the natural distance between your ears and shoulders. Contour pillows can also keep your posture aligned even when asleep. 

• Back sleeper

A medium-firm with a higher loft is recommended for back sleepers as it gives better support between your neck and head. Memory foams or gel pillows are the best type for back sleepers as it contains materials to reduce neck and back pain.

• Stomach sleepers

Sleeping on your stomach typically puts tension between your neck and upper body. That’s why a soft and flat pillow is recommended to keep the head closer to the mattress. 

A body pillow of your size is also an excellent alternative to give you the support that you need. Just make sure it’s hypoallergenic as it touches the skin on your face and entire body. 

Wrapping Up

Mattress, bedding, full size weighted blanket, and pillows may seem like a regular household item, but you should never neglect their quality and importance. Once you’ve completed these top bed secrets, you will be thankful for rewarding yourself a much-needed quality rest.