Create abedtimeroutine andstick to itUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Practice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTake a warmshower orbath beforebedPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Write downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedPlan yournext dayinadvanceTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Exerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Create abedtimeroutine andstick to itUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Practice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTake a warmshower orbath beforebedPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Write downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedPlan yournext dayinadvanceTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Exerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)

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