Give the gift of a good night rest. With today’s economy and people’s anxiety at an all time high, getting a quality night of deep rest is a bit of a challenge. Here are a few suggestions of sleep aids that make great gifts for anyone and everyone, including yourself!

Blackout Curtains

Blackout Curtains

Total darkness is what you need to get a good night rest and signals the body that it is time to rest. However, with late night TV watching and indoor lighting, people’s body gets mixed signal and results in a restless night. The best way to get complete darkness in the bedroom is with blackout curtains. The Blackout Thermal Window Curtains from Best Home Fashion blocks out 99.9% of light and comes in a variety of colors. Price $49.99

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Sweet Dreams Contour Sleep Mask

Try a Sleep Mask

A sleep mask is an inexpensive alternative to block out light. The Sweet Dreams Contoured Sleep Mask by Dream Essentials is contour away from the eyes and lashes to allow for REM sleep. Price $7.95

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BioBrite Sunrise Clock

A Natural Wake-Up

The BioBrite Sunrise clock mimics the natural sunrise, so your body wakes up gradually and gently. Not only does it create a sunrise, it can create a sunset to help signal the body its time to rest. The light can also be used as reading or for soft lighting. The BioBrite Sunrise clock is also a white noise machine, drowning out background noise to help you fall asleep. The alarm clock has a optional backup beeper and power failure backup for reassurance. Price $107

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Rescue Remedy Sleep Spray

Sleep Aids

Rescue Remedy Sleep Spray by Bach is an all-natural homeopathic sleep solution This non-narcotic, non-habit forming spray is used right at bedtime, just two sprays on the tongue and fall asleep naturally and wake refreshed. Rescue sleep is a blend of the original Rescue Remedy formula and Bach Flower Remedy White Chestnut. Price $9.39

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Mack's Ultra SafeSound Earplugs

Earplugs

Earplugs are another way to help sleep if you like in a noisy area or just have noisy roommates! Its a cheep and inexpensive way to block out sound so you can really get some peace and quiet. Try Mack’s Ultra Safe Sound Earplugs. These earplugs are made of soft foam, have the Good Housekeeping Promise, and 10 pair only cost 3 bucks! Price $2.99

As I write these words it’s still a little chilly outside (o-k, make that real chilly outside) and that means that when I get home from a long day at the office or I’m back from the gym after a particularly excruciating (but strangely enjoyable) workout, there’s nothing I like better than wrapping myself up in a blanket, while lying down on the couch or curling up near the ‘ol fireplace.

Slip into this! photo courtesy of theSlanket.com

Unfortunately, as much as I wish my significant other is always available in these moments to — you know — create a little body heat with me, I know that’s just wishful thinking on my part. But I don’t mind, because as long as I have my SLANKET (www.theslanket.com ), I can cuddle up alone and not feel the least bit guilty.

The SLANKET is exactly what it sounds like: part shirt and part blanket! Ideal for snuggling up with
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