Use calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Avoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightPlan yournext dayinadvanceTake a warmshower orbath beforebedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Listen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Avoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningGet sunlightexposureduring thedayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Avoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightPlan yournext dayinadvanceTake a warmshower orbath beforebedAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Listen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Avoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningGet sunlightexposureduring theday

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