Sleep expert shares hot water bottle hack to help you drift off easier during winter
12.11.2023 - 22:53
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
Winter is fast approaching and as temperatures start to drop, many of us will have noticed our homes getting a lot chillier.
This can be a particular problem in our bedrooms, as it can be difficult to drift off when you're feeling cold. A good night's sleep is vital for functioning during the day, so it's important to make sure you feel as comfortable as possible.
But heating your whole home for the entire night can be expensive, especially during the cost-of-living crisis. Thankfully, there are some more affordable ways to help you stay warm at night, according to experts at Bed Kingdom.
One of these involves using a hot water bottle to help you drift off easier - but not in the way you might think.
The experts say that instead of placing the item in your bed and letting it warm up, you should instead lay it on your belly which helps to warm up your entire body and relax your muscles too.
Doing it this way is also said to help you unwind and enjoy a better night's sleep - even though it may be tempting to cling onto it in a tight hug as you fall asleep, the belly trick will work to make your entire body warm.
If you haven't got a hot water bottle, there's another quick fix for warming up your bed that the experts have recommended - and that's using a hairdryer.
The pros said: "If you dread having to jump into bed to freezing cold sheets after a long day of work, it may be worth spending one minute heating your sheets with a hairdryer, and this problem will quickly go away.
"Safely heat your sheets and duvet with a hairdryer, remembering to keep it at least six inches away from the fabric for safety precautions. Doing this quick, simple exercise will keep your bed warm and toasty, perfect for a cold winter’s evening."
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