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.
Category Archives: Sleep
How to Schedule Sleep for Night Shift
Is there only one sleep schedule that works best for night shift workers? Absolutely not! Check out three different schedules that real shift workers use to catch enough Zzzz’s while the sun is up.
The Best Trick to Fall Asleep
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.
Daytime Sleeping for the Night Shift
At the end of the day (or night) it is how we manage our sleep that determines whether we will be active participants in our life or exhausted zombies dragging our way through. Here’s what you need to know for a great daytime sleep.
How to Keep your Bedroom Dark
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 can disturb your sleep cycles. The goal is to make your sleep room pitch-dark. If you share your bedroom with a nighttime sleeper, they too will appreciate your efforts toContinue reading “How to Keep your Bedroom Dark”
Night Shift Wellness 