Getting a good night’s sleep is important for your physical and mental health. So it’s safe to say that you need to get the best out of it.
DID YOU KNOW? A high-quality mattress can enhance sleep quality by up to 55% and alleviate chronic back pain. Your mattress's quality might be silently affecting your sleep. We had a conversation with Rudo Kemp, Founder and CEO of Sloom, a company revolutionizing the South African sleep experience with its customizable, direct-to-consumer mattress solutions. He shares insights on how investing in a premium sleep environment can elevate your overall restorative sleep, leaving you feeling more refreshed each morning!
1. THE IMPORTANCE OF INVESTING IN A GOOD MATTRESS
- Health Benefits: Quality sleep is essential for physical and mental health, reducing stress and improving overall well-being.
- Longevity: A good mattress supports your body correctly for many years, preventing discomfort and potential injuries.
- Sleep Quality: Proper support and comfort enhance deep, restorative sleep.
- Cost-Effective: Investing in a high-quality mattress eliminates the need for frequent replacements.
- Customisability: Sloom mattresses offer adjustable firmness to suit individual preferences, ensuring personalised comfort.
2. THE ROLE OF MATTRESSES, BEDDING AND PILLOWS IN GOOD SLEEP
Our bodies use sleep to repair and rejuvenate. A good mattress supports the spine correctly, while quality pillows maintain alignment of the neck and upper back. Sloom revolutionises sleep with our modular mattress design, allowing customers to adjust the firmness as needed. This customer-centric innovation contrasts sharply with the one-size-fits-all approach prevalent in the market.
Together with breathable, soft bedding, they create an optimal sleep environment that enhances the quality of rest.
3. GET A GOOD NIGHTS REST
Ensure a cool, quiet, and dark environment. Stick to a sleep schedule, even on weekends. Invest in quality bedding, and consider a mattress that suits your comfort preferences, like the Sloom mattress.
“In preparing for the colder months in South Africa, it's important to optimise your sleep environment to maintain comfort and health.”
4. TRANSITIONAL BEDDING
One of the most obvious adjustments for winter is the shift to a heavier or better-insulating duvet. However, timing this change is crucial. Switching too early might lead to discomfort from overheating, which can disrupt sleep. Conversely, too light a cover might leave you cold and uncomfortable. A practical approach is to keep a throw or an extra blanket at the foot of your bed. This allows for easy layering if you find yourself cold during the night. It’s generally better to start with less bedding and add layers as needed, rather than beginning with too much and overheating.
5. COPING WITH LATER SUNRISES
In regions like the Western Cape, where the sun rises later in the winter but daily routines remain unchanged, many find themselves waking up before daylight. This can disrupt the body’s natural waking process, making mornings feel particularly harsh. To combat this, consider investing in a sunrise alarm clock. These devices simulate the gradual increase of natural sunlight, progressively brightening the room. This method helps regulate your circadian rhythm by encouraging the natural production of waking hormones before you need to get out of bed. Users often find this type of alarm clock surprisingly effective in improving their wake-up experience during dark winter mornings.
