I came across Morning Mom’s blog and she had a question about insomnia. I was able to answer here question about what to use to get some sleep because I’ve been there. As single moms we have so much to think about and worry about. Our minds start to race, especially in highly stressful times so sleep becomes illusive. We may fall asleep but can’t stay asleep or sleep just won’t come at all.
To get to sleep I do several things as listed below. Give them a try if you are ever facing insomnia. They will likely help. They are non-habit forming and have been used for centuries.
Lavender
I suggest that you get some lavender. It can be lavender essential oil, lotion, and candles. I use this when I have insomnia and it works well without poisoning my body with medication.
Valerian Root
I’ve also use Valerian herb. It comes in capsule form and though it doesn’t smell great it also helps you relax enough to fall asleep. For more information about this herb
With these two natural remedies you will be sleeping like a baby.
Writing
The most important thing is to find out why your mind is racing. You probably already know but it is helpful to really focus your mind on it then WRITE it down.
Writing does wonders. It empties your mind because as long as the thoughts are running rampant in your head you will never get rest. Do what is called stream of consciousness writing. Just write until you can’t write another word. After you are done you will be exhausted and able to rest.
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I am dealing with a daughter that has severe insomnia which means that I can’t sleep because she is either waking me up to tell me or she is in the bed with me which she will in turn sleep but I don’t…so thanks for this because I tried sleepy tea with her and even bought her old childhood lullabies…and neither worked for long. So, thanks.
You are very welcome. You might even try putting lavender essential oil on her pillow too. It can’t hurt. I’ve seen cut little craft pillows filled with dried lavender for sale on the internet but I’m sure you can make your own if you need to.
I hope she gets to sleep soon!
This is great stuff. I write a blog for young moms and more often than not, they are usually single moms. I think I will direct them over here, or maybe you can do a guest post for me sometime? I would love to have you on my site!
Take care,
Tara
http://theyoungmommylife.com
Thanks Tara! I am glad you like my blog. I am more than willing to do a guess post or maybe more than one. And do send your readers over. I’ll add you to my blogroll so the readers who come through her can visit your blog too.