Exerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Go to bedat thesame timeevery nightDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedGet sunlightexposureduring thedayPlan yournext dayinadvanceAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Avoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimePractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Use the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTake a warmshower orbath beforebedTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Go to bedat thesame timeevery nightDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedGet sunlightexposureduring thedayPlan yournext dayinadvanceAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Avoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimePractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Use the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTake a warmshower orbath beforebedTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bed

Sleep Hygiene - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.


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  1. Exercise regularly (but not too close to bedtime)
  2. Go to bed at the same time every night
  3. Don't check the clock if you wake up during the night
  4. Listen to calming music or nature sounds before bed
  5. Get sunlight exposure during the day
  6. Plan your next day in advance
  7. Avoid smoking or nicotine close to bedtime
  8. Try a relaxing activity before bed (e.g. reading, gentle stretching)
  9. Avoid using screens (phones, TV, tablet) one hour before bed
  10. Create a bedtime routine and stick to it
  11. Use earplugs or noise-cancelling devices
  12. Keep a consistent wake-up time, even on weekends
  13. Write down your worries or a to-do list before bed to clear your mind
  14. Avoid napping for more than 20-30 mins per day
  15. Avoid eating sugary snacks late at night
  16. Avoid caffeine in the afternoon or evening
  17. Avoid heavy meals 2-3 hours before bedtime
  18. Practice deep breathing or relaxation techniques before sleep
  19. Practice gratitude by thinking of three good things that have happened during the day
  20. Use calming scents (e.g. Lavender, chamomile)
  21. Use the bed only for sleeping (not watching TV or phone)
  22. Avoid drinking lots of fluids right before bed
  23. Keep the bedroom cool and comfortable
  24. Take a warm shower or bath before bed
  25. Try progressive muscle relaxation while lying in bed