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The Power of Green Cleaning in the Nursery

Dec 03 2018

Guest Blog by Lisa Janvrin, YouthfulNest You wouldn’t think this to be true, but I believe the nursery is one of the most forgotten about places to clean on a regular basis. It’s probably because when you’re in there you’re either completely consumed by the task at hand or exhausted by the task at hand. Not leaving much time to think about cleaning it. HERE, THERE AND EVERYWHERE. Obviously, in the baby room there is the common dust and dirt that accumulate in any room, but there are also lots of unique substances that add to your clean-up duty like spit-up, breast milk, formula, feces, urine, snot, and even vomit. All of these can easily get spread around the room and make baby sick if they aren’t cleaned up properly with non-toxic products. For immediate needs, use those handy baby wipes, if their good enough for your baby’s bottom for sure they will be safe on your countertop. Then on[…]

What’s the Deal with Weighted Blankets? | Naturepedic Blog

Nov 29 2018

We’ve all had those sleepless nights—the ones when you lay awake, unable to turn your mind off no matter how hard you try. And then it gets to a point where you think “OK, if I fall asleep right now, I can still get five hours of sleep,” but then you stay awake for another hour, and then another hour. It’s a vicious cycle that only leads to one thing: insomnia. If stress and anxiety hit you hardest at night, we may have a suggestion that could help calm you down and salvage your sleep. Have you ever heard of a weighted blanket? It’s a pretty cool concept, really. People who use them explain that it feels like someone is hugging them to sleep (how cute is that?) So what is it? A weighted blanket ranges between 5-25 lbs and should be chosen based on your own weight. The general rule of thumb is to choose a blanket that is[…]

Nov 26 2018

We wish we could tell you that we don’t need help getting out of bed, but that would be a lie. We love sleep more than most, so leaving the mattress (especially for early morning wake-up calls) is never an easy task. Everyone wants to stay in bed, but there are things to do. To inspire you to listen to your alarm, we share some of our favorite getting out of bed tips. 1. Place Your Phone Accordingly One of the best ways to motivate yourself to get out of bed is also one of the simplest. If you use your phone as your alarm, having it on the bedside table can be detrimental in getting you out of bed. Placing your phone away from your bed will require you to get out of bed just to turn off the alarm! Once you are up, there’s no need to get back in bed. 2. Have Some Motivators Sitting Next to[…]

Nov 15 2018

As you know, there is a lot to consider when making a big purchase. And when we say “big” we’re talking about all of the more expensive adult purchases you make—car, house, etc. It’s all of the purchases that will help you live, grow, or build. We consider them investments. Think about it. When you buy a house, you’re investing in your future and the future of your family. A home is more than a roof over your head—it’s your safe haven. It’s where memories are built. When you purchase a car, you’re investing in your personal and professional well-being. When you purchase a mattress, you’re investing in your health. And we want to help you make the best investment possible. According to HelpGuide.org, the average adult (age 18-64) should be sleeping 7-9 hours every night. If you sleep an average of 8 hours per night, you’re spending 54 hours of your week in bed—that’s roughly 2,912 hours per year.[…]

How to Snap Out of a Thanksgiving Food Coma | Naturepedic Blog

Nov 13 2018

We know you are tired. In fact, your eyes are probably straining to stay awake right now. If you can avoid that post-meal slumber just a little longer, we may be able to help. We know the Thanksgiving food coma is all too real for most of us, but it IS avoidable, especially if you are reading this before you sit down for dinner. Check out what you can do before, during, and after your feast to fight the food coma. Before you eat Before stuffing yourself, it’s about the drinks! Don’t skimp on the water before the meal, in fact, drink as much of it as you want. Drinking water helps you pace yourself and digest more efficiently. Hot water specifically is great for digestion. On the other hand, carbonated drinks such as sodas, will fill you up faster, so try to avoid those during meal preparation. While you are eating There are many ways to pace yourself to[…]

How Stress Affects Sleep | Naturepedic Blog

Nov 07 2018

Stress has a way of sneaking into every part of your life. When you’re stressed, it affects you both mentally and physically—even if you don’t realize it. Stress can live in your subconscious and can manifest itself in physical ways, including while you sleep. This is especially troubling because if you don’t sleep well, you don’t get the full benefits of sleep which will leave you feeling groggy and lethargic. It’s also discouraging because it starts a cycle—the more stress you feel, the less sleep you get, and that lack of sleep is a natural stressor. Stress and Sleep – The Facts According to a survey published by the American Psychological Association: American adults report sleeping an average of 6.7 hours a night—less than the minimum recommendation of seven to nine hours. In addition, 42% of adults report that their sleep quality is fair or poor and 43% report that stress has caused them to lie awake at night in[…]

Are You Being Tricked or Treated By Your Mattress? | Nautrepedic Blog

Oct 31 2018

People always talk about the monsters under your bed, but what about the spooky things hiding in your mattress? At Naturepedic we want to treat you to your best night’s sleep, so we aren’t going to trick you with false claims or promises. This Halloween, we explain how we treat you with our certified organic mattresses and how other mattresses may be tricking you. Are you being tricked or treated by your mattress? Find out if it’s time to upgrade to a new mattress.

Oct 26 2018

Have a scary dream? A nightmare so terrifying it wakes you up in the middle of the night? That’s right, not only kids suffer from bad dreams. You had an adult nightmare. Don’t be ashamed, most of us do! But before you shrug it off and ignore it, pay attention as to why it happened and how often you are having these sleep-interrupting imaginations. It could be more than just a nightmare, and furthermore, it could be negatively affecting your sleep schedule. When do nightmares occur? You can thank your REM sleep cycle, the period of sleep associated with dreaming, for your nightmares. About an hour and a half in is when you hit this state and dreams, good or bad, may occur. Scary dreams do occur during other times for adults, especially if you find yourself particularly nervous or stressed out, but for the most part your typical nightmare will occur during REM. How do you know if it’s[…]

A Short History of Sleep: Now & Then | Naturepedic Blog

Oct 23 2018

It’s always fun to sit back and look at how things have changed over the years, isn’t it? We get so caught up in the daily grind that we don’t usually make time to reflect on how things used to be. Do you remember life before the internet? Life before GPS? Did you ever have to wait until 7pm to get your local news on TV? Reminiscing can be fun, and it can be a reminder of how far we have come. We’re taking a stroll down memory lane to explore the history of sleep and see how far we have come when understanding sleep patterns, studying changes in sleep, and interesting sleep facts. Fun Fact: Did you know that as recent as the 19th century, physicians believed that sleep was caused by a lack of blood flow to the brain? A lot of discoveries have been made in a relatively short time. Keep reading to find out more. The[…]

Oct 18 2018

We mastered the art of creating an organic mattress that looks as good as it feels, and we are so excited to share the results with you. So without further ado, we’re proud to introduce our new luxury line: Halcyon. A perfect combination of elegance and comfort, the Halcyon collection was designed to provide safe, healthy sleep in style. This collection features three organic options: Azure, Arcadia, and Elysium. Each option features the finest organic cotton and latex, a luxury wool blend, and encased support coils to provide unparalleled comfort. So what makes this combination of materials so special? Let’s take a look at what’s inside each mattress. Organic Cotton – This means there are absolutely no harmful chemicals. Organic cotton is the purest form of cotton and a healthier alternative to synthetic fabrics and foams. Naturepedic uses only U.S. grown and certified organic cotton as filling for its mattresses and buys directly from USDA certified sources. This increases purity,[…]

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Naturepedic Blog

The Power of Green Cleaning in the Nursery

Weighted Blankets and Insomnia – What’s the Deal with Weighted Blankets?

Tips and Tricks to Get You Out of Bed

The Naturepedic Organic Mattress Gallery Experience

How to Snap Out of a Thanksgiving Food Coma

How Stress Affects Sleep

Are You Being Tricked or Treated by Your Mattress?

Don’t Let Bad Dreams Become Bad Sleep

A Short History of Sleep: Now & Then

Say Hello to Halcyon