Why Have a Sleep Journal? (National Sleep Comfort Month)

November 01, 2023

Why Have a Sleep Journal? (National Sleep Comfort Month)

Sleep journals are beneficial for you to understand your sleep cycle. Begin writing in a sleep journal to track how much sleep you get and what disturbances affect your sleep. Also, sleep journals can help you see what needs to be done so you can get enough sleep. The entire month of November is dedicated to an awareness about sleep. Devote some time to preparing your mind and body for sleep by starting a sleep journal.

Write down the time you go to sleep. Then, if you wake up in the middle of the night, write down what woke you up. For example, you can write down any noises at night, the wind, the rain, or a scary dream. Additionally, you can write down any snacks or drinks that you had earlier in the day. Sleep journals can help you pinpoint any underlying issues.

Since November is National Sleep Comfort Month, I have created two sleep journal pages. These two sleep journal pages can be colored and can be used every week. These journal pages are simple and easy to use. It has an area for writing down the date and boxes to write down your answers. For example, you can write down the time you went to bed and the time you woke up.

After that, you can write down how you feel or draw a happy or sad face. Furthermore, these sleep journals can help you establish a sleep routine. Sleep journals might help you improve your sleep habits and sleep routine. Make sure you have your sleep journal next to your bed with a pen or pencil. Practice using your sleep journal for two weeks or a month.

Share your observations with your medical provider. Your medical provider can assist by giving you tips to improve your sleep. Additionally, you can flip your mattress or get a new mattress to give support to your back. Get new pillows or rotate your pillows to support your neck and avoid neck pain. Below are websites for more information regarding sleep journals and the free sleep journal pages I created.