Whether we want to believe it or not, getting some decent shuteye makes all the difference in our overall quality of life! Sometimes, though, a good night of rest is more difficult to achieve than we would hope for. While we believe a good pillow is one of the keys to sleeping well, we’ve also been exploring some other tricks behind getting the deepest rest. Check out the five tips we’ve tried for getting the best sleep!

1) Schedule Your Sleep Time
We know it can be hard to discipline yourself to have a scheduled sleeping time, but we’ve found that by sticking to a general bedtime and wakeup call we feel more refreshed and rested throughout the entire day. After about two weeks of maintaining a consistent sleeping schedule your body’s clock will reset, your natural melatonin will regulate itself, and you’ll get some of the deepest rest you’ve had! The key to this tip, though, is making sure you maintain the schedule every day. It can be tough to break the pattern of sleeping in on a rainy Saturday, but once you do it will be worth it.

2) Invest in the Best Pillow
It may seem menial and perhaps a bit biased on our behalf, but ask any sleep expert: investing in a quality sleeping pillow is sure to instantly improve your sleep! Every person’s “best” pillow preference is different, some like a fluffier down-filled while others will sleep better with a stiffer, firmer polyester-fill. We’ll be sharing the PillowCubes’ Insider Guide to purchasing the best pillow for your sleep type soon, so be sure to stay tuned!

3) Develop a Bedtime Routine
You probably already have some bedtime rituals set in place without even knowing it, but when you implement consistent routines before bedtime, you’ll begin training your body and sending it signals that it’s time to wind down. About an hour prior to your bedtime, prepare a hot cup of calming tea (we like peppermint, chamomile, or a soothing lemon - just be sure to avoid caffeine!), take your eyes off of your phone, and spend time reading or listening to music. While many of us like to indulge in Netflix or some form of TV prior to sleeping, it’s important to carve out at least 30-minutes before your shuteye of no screen time. TVs, phones, and even digital reading devices can stimulate our brains and make it more difficult to fall asleep.

4) Exercise Daily
Exercising every day is obviously a good choice for many things in life, but it’s also important to incorporate it into our daily schedules to ensure good sleep. In fact, it’s been proven to relieve insomnia! We’re all busy, but even taking time for a 30-minute walk can make all the difference in getting your heart pumping and blood flowing, both of which will lead to better sleep that evening. While exercise at any time of the day can be beneficial, we’ve found that if we work out too late in the day we end up more energized. Our rule of thumb is to work out no closer than four hours within our bed times!

5) Prep Your Bedroom
Your bedroom should be the most relaxing haven-area of your entire home. Keep work related projects (yes, this includes your lap top!), bright lights, and distracting tasks out of that room to ensure it remains a place of solid peace and relaxation. It’s also important to keep your room cool (most sleep experts recommend around 65-degrees), dark (invest in black out curtains if you need to), and quiet. If you live on a busy road it can be helpful to purchase a white noise machine or loud fan to block any excess noise. 


While there are many other tips, tricks, ideas, and suggestions for getting a good night of rest, these are the top five that have made all the difference in our own lives! As always, we would love to hear any feedback or suggestions you may have!