Use the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Keep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Avoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightTake a warmshower orbath beforebedExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Avoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedPlan yournext dayinadvanceUse the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Keep thebedroomcool andcomfortableTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Avoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightTake a warmshower orbath beforebedExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Avoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedAvoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedPlan yournext dayinadvance

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