| Did you know naps could be beneficial to your health? Read on... | | Napping can be a great way to catch up on sleep, increase productivity and become more creative. Napping puts the body in a relaxed state, which counteracts the effects of daily stress. Studies have shown that napping can actually decrease risk your of dying from heart disease. And as you may not have known, there are correct and incorrect ways to nap. Read on...Nap Time: Prime nap time is from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., when your energy level dips due to a rise in the hormone melatonin at that time of day. Darkness: Use a face mask or eye pillow to provide daytime darkness and make your nap more effective. Not Too Late: Napping within three hours of bedtime may interfere with nighttime sleep. Quiet Place: Assure that you will not be disturbed for the duration of your nap. 30-Minute Maximum: When taking a nap longer than 30 minutes, you run the risk of heading into deep sleep, which will leave you feeling tired and groggy. Naps as short as 1 to 2 minutes could be effective for some people. Set an Alarm: You will eventually train yourself to nap for the amount of time you set aside. Until then, set an alarm or... | |
| | Why Do Some People Choose to Cosleep? | | Why Do Some People Choose to Cosleep?
Cosleeping supporters believe — and there are some studies to support their beliefs — that cosleeping:encourages breastfeeding by making nighttime breastfeeding more convenient
makes it easier for a nursing mother to get her sleep cycle in sync with her baby's
helps babies fall asleep more easily, especially during their first few months and when they wake up in the middle of the night
helps babies get more nighttime sleep (because they awaken more frequently with shorter duration of feeds, which can add up to a greater amount of sleep throughout the night)
helps parents who are separated from their babies during the day regain the closeness with their infant that they feel they missed
But do the risks of cosleeping outweigh the benefits?
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