Go to bedat thesame timeevery nightKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightTake a warmshower orbath beforebedListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedPlan yournext dayinadvanceTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Use the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Create abedtimeroutine andstick to itTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Write downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightTake a warmshower orbath beforebedListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedPlan yournext dayinadvanceTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Use the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Create abedtimeroutine andstick to itTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Write downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtime

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