Use the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightTake a warmshower orbath beforebedPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Plan yournext dayinadvanceKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)Use the bedonly forsleeping (notwatching TVor phone)Avoidsmoking ornicotineclose tobedtimeCreate abedtimeroutine andstick to itDon't checkthe clock ifyou wake upduring thenightAvoiddrinking lotsof fluids rightbefore bedUseearplugs ornoise-cancellingdevicesGet sunlightexposureduring thedayAvoid eatingsugarysnacks lateat nightExerciseregularly (butnot too closeto bedtime)Avoid usingscreens(phones, TV,tablet) one hourbefore bedKeep thebedroomcool andcomfortableGo to bedat thesame timeevery nightTake a warmshower orbath beforebedPracticegratitude bythinking of threegood things thathave happenedduring the dayWrite downyour worries ora to-do listbefore bed toclear your mindPractice deepbreathing orrelaxationtechniquesbefore sleepTry a relaxingactivity beforebed (e.g.reading, gentlestretching)Plan yournext dayinadvanceKeep aconsistentwake-uptime, even onweekendsAvoidnapping formore than20-30 minsper dayListen tocalming musicor naturesounds beforebedTry progressivemusclerelaxation whilelying in bedAvoidcaffeine intheafternoon oreveningAvoid heavymeals 2-3hours beforebedtimeUse calmingscents (e.g.Lavender,chamomile)

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