I’m going to post some basic sleep supports that everyone needs to be doing as foundational practices for good sleep. It’s a bit more than standard sleep hygiene but absolutely necessary in our quest for great sleep: Keep regular bed and wake times-especially wake time regularity as this time resets our melatonin timer each day to come on the following night and make us sleepy at our regular bedtime. Make the bedroom a comfortable temperature and free of noise and light. Cut down on caffeine and tobacco products, particularly later in the day. Avoid alcohol in the evening, or within a few hours of bedtime (no, that nightcap is not helpful!) Don’t go to bed hungry or eat a heavy dinner within 2-3 hours of bedtime. Exercise regularly, but not too late in the evening. Use the bed only for sleep (and relaxing activities)-keep work out of the bedroom!