Motherhood & Sleep: Your Questions, Answered
How does motherhood affect sleep? Two of our favorite moms share their experiences and advice on sleep quality and deprivation for new and expectant mothers.
Sleep Stories Maggie Schlundt
Sleep Stories
This section is where we show you the diversity that is sleep. Every person’s sleep story is unique. What does yours look like? And at what time in your life did you decide to make sleep a priority? Oh, you still haven’t? That’s ok. Most of us have not. Yet. Take your time reading through these sleep stories, a new one will be added each month. While you read, try and identify the likeness and differences with your own sleep journey. What can you learn from others? And if you could speak to the writers, what advice would you give?
What I learned from 4,000 nights of sleep
We spoke with a Sleep Cycle user who started using the app in 2011 and has tracked over 4,000 nights of sleep. Here’s what she found out about her sleep journey.
Sleep Stories Sleep Cycle
Daytime sleeping – When and where is it ok?
In some cultures, sleeping during the day is considered a sign of laziness, whereas in others, it’s perfectly acceptable.
Sleep Stories Neil Clark
While I Slept
Steering your thoughts and dreams to unlock the dark corners of the subconscious. A world ‘beyond the light’, was right there if I wanted it, apparently.
Sleep Stories Neil Clark
Sleeping with my dog
Sharing your bed with your dog, is that a good idea?
Sleep Stories Franz Stewart
Our teen refused to sleep. Here’s what happened when we pushed back
Got an angry, tired teenager at home? Don’t despair – there is hope!
Sleep Stories Neil Clark
Sleeper, Interrupted
I lost my sleep in 2006. My deep, uninterrupted sleep, that is.
Sleep Stories Delphine Sherwood
Dear Sleep Cycle: Thanks for saving me from my brutal and primitive alarm clock
I have to say I hate sleeping. Sleeping shouldn’t be necessary and has always felt like a big waste of time.
Sleep Stories Philip Evans
Knowing your Sleep Cycle is key when starting a relationship
On the importance of making sure your sleep is compatible with that new significant other.
Sleep Stories Anna Krishtal
My love affair with sleep
How one man’s loving relationship with sleep evolves throughout life.
Sleep Stories Neil Clark
But WHY do I need to go to bed?
When the reason “you’re too young to stay up” just doesn’t cut it.
Sleep Stories Malin Eriksson
When sleep was a ghost
This is a story about being afraid of sleep, and the dark that comes with it.
Sleep Stories Andreas Roman
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