Setting Up Your iPhone for Daytime Sleep as a Shift Worker
Here’s how to configure your iPhone for uninterrupted daytime sleep.
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Here’s how to configure your iPhone for uninterrupted daytime sleep.
Here are 12 fun traditions to recharge after a string of night shifts.
Learn how to balance family life with night shifts using practical tips like shared calendars, creative traditions, and syncing schedules for quality time.
Stuck at a desk all night? Here’s a bunch of fun activities to keep you awake.
It’s normal to feel jittery about how to tackle your first night shift. Here’s an actionable guide to make it a success.
Without the energy of coworkers around, staying alert is totally up to you. Here’s how to do it.
New to night shift? Here’s the basics you need to know.
Use a slow cooker or Instant Pot to make real food that practically cooks itself while you get on with your life—or, you know, your 12-hour shift.
Many night shift workers experience loneliness. Here’s a few ideas to fight back.
Moving apartments can be a headache for anyone, but throw in a schedule that has you working when the world is asleep, and it can
You’ve got enough to handle—let someone else worry about your shopping list. Here’s how auto-delivery services can work for shift workers.
The age-old advice to spend time outside every day doesn’t just apply to kids. Time in nature is also important for adults—especially night-shift workers. Nature
Allie Hall is helping shift workers get their finances sorted. Here’s how she’s tackling the stigma and teaching others how to take control of their money.
Making the switch to a gluten-free diet while working nights? I’ve done it. Here’s what to know.
The best botanical duvet covers for cozy daytime sleeping.
It’s your third night shift in a row. Your eyelids are growing heavy so you reach for another cup of coffee. Fast forward and you’re home in bed, tossing and turning. Here’s how to break this vicious cycle.
Book lover and NICU nurse Kelsey Donmoyer shares how she started a book club for night shift workers—now 471 members strong.
Plant-based eating on the night shift? Yes, you can! Here’s how.
There’s no denying that the night shift can leave us feeling totally drained. Are there any long-lasting solutions to adapt to the night shift and reduce fatigue? Read on to find out.
Looking for some fun ways to recharge on your day off that won’t break the bank? We’ve got you covered.
Caring for furry friends while on a shifty schedule? Night shift veterinary nurse Ruth Greenhill has you covered.
When NICU nurse Emma Davitt isn’t at the hospital, you’ll probably find her running. In this interview, Emma talks about the challenges of balancing shift work with marathon training.
Breathe in. Breathe out. Stress less. Here are 3 breathing techniques to know.
A good bedtime snack can set you up for a sweet daytime sleep. But what to eat? Raina Beugelink has the answers.
We asked. Shift workers answered. Here’s what they (really) want as gifts.
There’s no denying that plants add serious decor points to any living space, but did you know that they also offer a myriad of health benefits?
Breakfast might be the meal of champions, but the real winner here is meal prepping.
Do you like your coffee with a side of cliffhanger? If so, you’ll love these recommendations from Kelsey Donmoyer of @NightShiftReads.
Daytime sleeping hours are precious when working the night shift. Here’s how to fall asleep faster so you can max out your daytime Zzzz’s.
Looking for adorable, affordable artwork for your bedroom? Me too. Here are my top picks for printable art that will add polish to your sleep space.
Looking for meal prep inspiration to fuel your shifty schedule? Here’s a roundup of bloggers who’ll put the pep in your prep.
Here’s how to use meal prep, batch cooking, and meal kits to level up your workweek meals.
The world of supplements is loud and confusing. There’s a lot of information out there, but is it trustworthy? And what are the unique supplement needs of shift workers?
You’ve probably heard of white noise for sleep. But what about brown noise and pink noise? Here’s what to know.
Our circadian rhythm tells us when to be asleep and when to be awake. Here’s what shift workers need to know about this internal timekeeper.
Bedtime routines aren’t just for kids—having a solid routine can make a big difference in the overall quality of your sleep. Here’s how to create a peaceful bedtime routine that’ll help you get the restful sleep you need.
Aromatherapy: a secret weapon to help shift workers wind down or amp up. Here’s what to know.
Need ideas on how to prioritize your well-being while working night shift? We’ve got ’em!
As a night-shift worker, the best gift you can give yourself is a good day’s sleep—and that starts with a comfortable sleep room.
Looking for that night shift glow? Here’s how to build a skincare routine for happy and healthy skin on a shifty schedule.
Don’t flip out over switching back and forth from days to nights and back again. Just flip effectively!
Weird schedules. Lack of sleep. Eating on the run. Decreased exercise. Night shift can absolutely get in the way of meeting your fitness goals.
Does your work locker look more like an empty box or a treasure trove? If you’re lucky enough to have a permanent locker at work, here’s how to take advantage of it to help you sail through many a night shift.
Dr. Melissa Yuan-Innes talks about her latest medical thriller, the pressing problem of violence within hospitals, and how she balances resuscitation, writing and rotating shift work.
Erin Abraham, a holistic nutritionist shares nutritional advice customized to shift workers – from the importance of meal planning to why protein energy bites are a shift worker’s secret weapon.
Meg Harrell, a night nurse and lifestyle blogger, lives in a tiny house with her family of four in North Carolina. Here, she shares her preferred work schedule, her tricks to fall asleep after a busy shift, and why screen time can be the enemy of daytime sleep.
Work all night. Sleep all day(ish). Here’s how.
Ashlee Murray is an Emergency Department clerk and spin class instructor. In this interview, she gets candid about the toll of rotating shift work and how her own experience has fuelled a passion to help other shift workers stay fit and tackle their stress through spinning.
Can meal kits make life better for night shift workers? I decided to try out a subscription and see if it made things easier. Here’s what I found out.
If your shift work schedule already feels chaotic and exhausting, how are you supposed to add exercise on top of it? Here’s how to use your middle-of-the-night breaks to fit in some extra movement.
Is there a connection between working the graveyard shift and moodiness? Night shifts can set up for some pretty serious psychological issues. They go beyond just feeling a little snappish or occasionally off.
Do you have downtime on your night shift? How do you fill the wee hours when there is nothing to do? Here are a bunch of portable projects to fill your time and keep you awake!
A few months ago I remembered a little trick I’d discovered years ago. It was so simple and effective that I couldn’t believe I’d forgotten about it.
Struggling with shift work sleep? This ultimate guide for shift workers has tips on sleep schedules, dark rooms, caffeine, food, and more.
Did you know that there are actually some perks to working the night shift? Here’s why some folks choose to work the night shift.
Absolute darkness is essential to deep sleep, whether it’s daytime or nighttime. Your brain can detect even tiny amounts of light through closed eyelids, which
Wondering what to pack in your lunch bag for the night shift? Here’s how to pack up some nocturnal nutrition.
Struggling to stay alert all night long? Here’s how to power through the wee hours.
Missing your friends since starting the night shift? You’re not alone. Here’s how to keep it social while working an opposite schedule to your besties.
Looking to amp up your night shift diet? Here are 5 strategies to start using tonight to keep sugar cravings at bay and pack in some serious nocturnal nutrition.
