Avoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimePracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Keep thebedroomcool andcomfortableAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Exerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeGet sunlightexposureduring thedayKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Don't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightPlan yournext dayinadvanceListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedTake a warmshower orbath beforebedPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimePracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Keep thebedroomcool andcomfortableAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Exerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeGet sunlightexposureduring thedayKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Don't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightPlan yournext dayinadvanceListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedTake a warmshower orbath beforebedPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon orevening

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