Sleep Disorder

I think I have developed insomnia. Does anyone know of any natural healthy solutions? I'm trying to stay away from prescriptions or any over the counter drugs, but if I have to use them, I will.

Sincerely,
D.

Respond to Question

What can I do next?

Add your own comment
Ask your own question
Join the Mamapedia community
Report this as inappropriate
Share this with your friends

Write D.F. a private message
Read more that D.F. has written
Browse local questions
Is this helpful? Yes | No

More Answers

J.S. answers from Chicago on February 25, 2009

One thing that helps me is exercising regularly. A warm (not hot) bath helps me to relax. Eating a snack that has some tryptophan (think a slice or two of turkey) is supposed to help as well.

Good luck!

1 mom found this helpful

Helpful? Yes | No Report This Share

S.B. answers from Chicago on February 25, 2009

Do you take thyroid medication? Sometimes if the level is too high it can make sleep difficult. Ask me how i know!

They say that if you can't get to sleep after 20 minutes, to get up and do something else until you get sleepy again.

hth!

1 mom found this helpful

Helpful? Yes | No Report This Share

L.B. answers from Chicago on February 25, 2009

Sleep is vital to our mind, body & spirit. Its the time when all our cells recharge. Developing insomnia is a learned habit & you can unlearn it by listening to a relaxation recording nightly. You can get them online or at a bookstore. If this habit has been longstanding or if there are fearful thought patterns that may need to be interrupted consider consulting with a certified hypnotist.

1 mom found this helpful

Helpful? Yes | No Report This Share

signup