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alt="An AI generated image of Sleep Cycle's New Sleep Stage tracking and graph with a breakdown of time spent awake, in light, deep and REM sleep." decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sc-1920x1080-1-960x635.png 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sc-1920x1080-1-480x317.png 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sc-1920x1080-1-1440x952.png 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px"></figure> <h3>Track REM, Deep, and Light Sleep – Using Only Your Phone</h3> </a> <p>Get a full breakdown of all your sleep stages, Awake, Light, Deep, and Dream (REM), using just your phone. Download now to see how noise and habits affect your rest in the new and improved graph to boost your sleep.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-12-4"> Dec 4, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/features/ios18-update/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2409-sleep-cycle-ios18-launch-visuals-blog-image-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="A woman lying in bed at night, surrounded by sleep-related icons such as a smart alarm, sleep tracking, and white noise, representing new feature updates in Sleep Cycle with iOS 18." decoding="async" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2409-sleep-cycle-ios18-launch-visuals-blog-image-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2409-sleep-cycle-ios18-launch-visuals-blog-image-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2409-sleep-cycle-ios18-launch-visuals-blog-image-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2409-sleep-cycle-ios18-launch-visuals-blog-image-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>What’s new in Sleep Cycle: Effortless sleep tracking with iOS 18 </h3> </a> <p>Find out who’s snoring tonight! Download Sleep Cycle and try the ‘Who’s Snoring?’ feature for better sleep and more accurate statistics.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-09-17"> Sep 17, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-sounds-music/rain-sounds/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sleep-sounds-1920x1270-1-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="rain sounds to fall asleep faster" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sleep-sounds-1920x1270-1-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sleep-sounds-1920x1270-1-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sleep-sounds-1920x1270-1-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>The Magic of Rain Sounds: Why Rain Makes You Sleepy</h3> </a> <p>Rain sounds possess a remarkable ability to calm the mind…</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-08-30"> Aug 30, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-sounds-music/">Sleep Sounds and Music</a></span> Marta Pellegrini </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/features/who-is-snoring/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/whossnoringandroid-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="AI generated image of a woman sleeping" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/whossnoringandroid-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/whossnoringandroid-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/whossnoringandroid-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/whossnoringandroid-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Who’s Snoring? You or your partner? This unique feature will tell you</h3> </a> <p>Find out who’s snoring tonight! Download Sleep Cycle and try the ‘Who’s Snoring?’ feature for better sleep and more accurate statistics.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-06-5"> Jun 5, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/how-to-fall-asleep/sleep-travel-hacks-beat-jet-lag/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/travel-hacks-jet-lag-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="visual showing a traveler trying to beat jet lag" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/travel-hacks-jet-lag-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/travel-hacks-jet-lag-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/travel-hacks-jet-lag-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/travel-hacks-jet-lag-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>How To Get Over Jet Lag and Fall Asleep Fast</h3> </a> <p>If you have an upcoming trip, these sleep-related jet lag travel hacks can help you rest easier so you can make the most of your next adventure.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-05-29"> May 29, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./how-to-fall-asleep/">How to Fall Asleep</a></span> Maggie Schlundt </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/features/coughing/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/coughing-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Person coughing in bed" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/coughing-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/coughing-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/coughing-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/coughing-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Are You Coughing at Night? Make Sure to Keep Track of It to Stay Healthy</h3> </a> <p>One tool that has gained popularity in recent years to get a baby to sleep is white noise. Many parents swear by the use of it for baby sleep, but is it really effective? </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-04-25"> Apr 25, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-habits-and-health/best-ac-temperature-for-sleeping/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-best-ac-temperature-2400x1588px-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Woman sweating at night" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-best-ac-temperature-2400x1588px-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-best-ac-temperature-2400x1588px-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-best-ac-temperature-2400x1588px-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-best-ac-temperature-2400x1588px-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Best AC Temperature for Sleeping: Ensuring Optimal Comfort and Quality Sleep</h3> </a> <p>Finding the ideal temperature for sleeping is crucial for ensuring a good night’s rest. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the science behind sleep temperature and practical tips for adjusting your AC settings for an optimal sleep environment. </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-03-28"> Mar 28, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-habits-and-health/">Sleep Habits and Health</a></span> Monica Garcia </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-habits-and-health/why-am-i-so-thirsty-at-night/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-thirsty-at-night-2400x1588px-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="A person holding a glass of water at nighttime" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-thirsty-at-night-2400x1588px-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-thirsty-at-night-2400x1588px-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-thirsty-at-night-2400x1588px-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-thirsty-at-night-2400x1588px-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Why Am I so Thirsty at Night? </h3> </a> <p>Do you often find yourself needing a glass of water during the night? Nighttime thirst can be a puzzling issue, and it’s important to understand the underlying causes to improve your sleep quality.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-02-22"> Feb 22, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-habits-and-health/">Sleep Habits and Health</a></span> Monica Garcia </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-reports/sleep-quality-across-the-usa/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sleepqualityusstates-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Sleep Quality across US States" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sleepqualityusstates-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sleepqualityusstates-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sleepqualityusstates-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sleepqualityusstates-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Slumber Stats: Sleep Quality Across the USA</h3> </a> <p>Sleep Awareness Week® is here, and we’ve celebrated early by diving into the dreamy world of sleep data! So, grab on to your sleep masks because we’re about to reveal ranking and provide insights into measuring sleep quality. </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-02-13"> Feb 13, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-reports/">Sleep Reports</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-sounds-music/benefits-of-green-noise/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-green-noise-2400x1588px-480x480.png" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="woman floating in a forest, green landscape" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-green-noise-2400x1588px-480x480.png 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-green-noise-2400x1588px-960x960.png 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-green-noise-2400x1588px-1440x1440.png 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-green-noise-2400x1588px-150x150.png 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>The Benefits of Green Noise: Unveiling Nature’s Soothing Symphony</h3> </a> <p>Have you ever felt a sense of calm wash over you while listening to the rustling of leaves or the gentle patter of raindrops? If so, you’ve experienced the soothing effects of green noise. </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-02-8"> Feb 8, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a>, <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-sounds-music/">Sleep Sounds and Music</a></span> Monica Garcia </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-reports/nighttime-coughing-trends-across-us-states/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/coughradarusstates-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Cough Radar - Average coughing in the 50 states" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/coughradarusstates-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/coughradarusstates-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/coughradarusstates-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/coughradarusstates-1920x1920.jpg 1920w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/coughradarusstates-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>These States Cough the Most During Sleep: Get real-time insights with Cough Radar</h3> </a> <p>We put our groundbreaking tool, Cough Radar, to work and it gave us some fascinating insights on nightly coughing trends across the United States in December 2023. </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-01-22"> Jan 22, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a>, <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-reports/">Sleep Reports</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/how-to-fall-asleep/sleep-meditation-benefits/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/sleep-meditation-benefits-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Sleep meditation: benefits and techniques" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/sleep-meditation-benefits-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/sleep-meditation-benefits-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/sleep-meditation-benefits-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>How to Meditate in Bed: A Guide to Finding Inner Peace and Restful Sleep</h3> </a> <p>Sleep meditation primes the body for sleep using mindfulness techniques. Join us as we explore the most popular forms of sleep meditation and their vast benefits.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-01-18"> Jan 18, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./how-to-fall-asleep/">How to Fall Asleep</a></span> Monica Garcia </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/how-to-fall-asleep/tired-but-cant-sleep/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-tired-but-cant-sleep-2400x1588px-480x480.png" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Woman lying in bed and can't sleep" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-tired-but-cant-sleep-2400x1588px-480x480.png 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-tired-but-cant-sleep-2400x1588px-960x960.png 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-tired-but-cant-sleep-2400x1588px-1440x1440.png 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sc-blog-post-tired-but-cant-sleep-2400x1588px-150x150.png 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Tired but Can’t Sleep? Causes and Remedies</h3> </a> <p>In this article, we will delve into the hidden causes of sleeplessness and shed light on the enigma of why you can’t sleep even though you feel tired. </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2024-01-11"> Jan 11, 2024 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./how-to-fall-asleep/">How to Fall Asleep</a></span> Monica Garcia </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/features/cough-radar/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/coughradar-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="CoughRadar feature - Sleep Cycle" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/coughradar-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/coughradar-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/coughradar-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/coughradar-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Sleep Cycle’s Cough Radar: A New Frontier in Community Insights</h3> </a> <p>Sleep Cycle has once again demonstrated its commitment to innovation with the introduction of a groundbreaking feature – “Cough Radar.” This new addition provides users with elevated average cough statistics in their area.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2023-12-12"> Dec 12, 2023 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/features/podcasts/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sc-blog-post-apple-podcast-480x480.png" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Sleep Cycle Podcast" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sc-blog-post-apple-podcast-480x480.png 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sc-blog-post-apple-podcast-960x960.png 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sc-blog-post-apple-podcast-1440x1440.png 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/sc-blog-post-apple-podcast-150x150.png 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Prepare for a World of Relaxation with Sleep Cycle’s New Podcast Channel</h3> </a> <p>Parents rely on bedtime stories, soothing songs, and white noise to help calm their children before sleep. But while we understand the calming effect these rituals have on children, we often forget that adults, too, benefit immensely from ambient sounds to help them relax and fall asleep.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2023-10-25"> Oct 25, 2023 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-disorders/headache-after-nap/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headacheaftersleeping-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="visual of a man with a headache after nap" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headacheaftersleeping-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headacheaftersleeping-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headacheaftersleeping-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headacheaftersleeping-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Why do I get a headache after a nap? 8 reasons and remedies explained</h3> </a> <p>We explore 8 causes for a headache after napping as well as ways to avoid them.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2023-05-31"> May 31, 2023 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-disorders/">Sleep Disorders</a></span> Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/features/sleep-programs-screens-and-technology/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/features8esleepprogram05-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Visual representing a balance between screen time and sleep" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/features8esleepprogram05-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/features8esleepprogram05-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/features8esleepprogram05-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/features8esleepprogram05-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>The true impact of screen time before bed</h3> </a> <p>To address some of our users’ most pressing questions on sleep and screens, Sleep Cycle has launched a sleep program collection dedicated to ‘Screens & technology’ to share the true impact of screen time on your sleep. </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2023-05-12"> May 12, 2023 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./features/">Sleep Cycle Features</a></span> Anju Khanna Saggi </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/how-to-fall-asleep/managing-your-sleep-with-a-newborn/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/sc-sleep-and-managing-a-baby-2400x1588px-480x480.png" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="visual of sleep deprived parents with their newborn" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/sc-sleep-and-managing-a-baby-2400x1588px-480x480.png 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/sc-sleep-and-managing-a-baby-2400x1588px-960x960.png 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/sc-sleep-and-managing-a-baby-2400x1588px-1440x1440.png 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/sc-sleep-and-managing-a-baby-2400x1588px-150x150.png 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Managing your sleep with a newborn</h3> </a> <p>Sleeping well with an infant may seem impossible, but understanding and tracking your baby’s sleep patterns whilst adopting effective strategies to optimize your own sleep, can help.</p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2023-05-5"> May 5, 2023 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./how-to-fall-asleep/">How to Fall Asleep</a></span> Anju Khanna Saggi </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/sleep-habits-and-health/7-ways-sleep-can-help-control-your-weight/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/sleepandweightloss-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="visual of how sleep can help lose belly fat and weight" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/sleepandweightloss-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/sleepandweightloss-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/sleepandweightloss-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/sleepandweightloss-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>How to lose belly fat overnight? 7 ways sleep can help control your weight</h3> </a> <p>We dig deeper into why sleep matters for weight control and 7 ways sleep can help you reach your weight goals. </p> <p> <small> <time datetime="2023-05-2"> May 2, 2023 </time> <span><a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/./sleep-habits-and-health/">Sleep Habits and Health</a></span> Anju Khanna Saggi </small> </p> </article> <article class="post--single"> <a href="https://www.sleepcycle.com/insomnia/what-is-hypersomnia/" > <figure><img width="480" height="480" src="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/hypersomnia-480x480.jpg" class="attachment-square_thumbnail size-square_thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="visual of a woman with hypersomnia" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/hypersomnia-480x480.jpg 480w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/hypersomnia-960x960.jpg 960w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/hypersomnia-1440x1440.jpg 1440w, https://www.sleepcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/hypersomnia-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"></figure> <h3>Why am I sleepy all the time? 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