For some hitting the hay comes easy. For others it becomes a struggle night after night. Here are some ideas on how to get to bed easier.

From the time we are babies the experts preach bedtime routines. This doesn’t change as we get older – I think we just quit listening as closely.

Routines help us adjust to our activities of daily living so we can trigger physical responses without too much thought. Think about how you automatically respond to a favorite song, a smell, or your drive to work. Creating a bedtime routine can work wonders for those trying to get enough sleep on a consistent basis.

Here are some ideas:….