Good sleep is incredibly important.
It helps you feel good and makes your body and brain function properly. Getting less than 7-9 hours of sleep has a drastic impact on your health (including increasing your risk of diabetes, heart disease and even death). Most people focus on trying to eat healthy and exercising while neglecting the one thing that we know is absolutely crucial for good health… Sleep!
There are a few lucky people that have no problem falling asleep. But I was never one of them. I would toss and turn all night long and when I finally did get to sleep I’d end up waking up after a few hours. So I decided to put together a list of new gadgets that are helping people optimize their sleep in 2020.
1. Hoom Sleep Band – Wireless Headphones Specifically Designed For Sleeping
The Hoom band could be a game-changer for people who struggle to fall asleep. It’s a wireless headband designed for comfort in bed integrated with ultra-thin earphones that gets you to sleep with science-backed sounds. The Hoom app comes with over 100 hours of guided meditations and stories created by sleep experts to help guide you to sleep. If you’re anything like me, you’ve already downloaded and tried a bunch of sleep apps like Calm. To be honest those didn’t really work well for me. Maybe it’s because I was using regular wireless Airpods with those apps instead of the Hoom band which is designed to be as comfortable as possible. You can’t really turn on your side with earbuds or headphones, with the Hoom sleep band you can adjust your position in bed without having earbuds digging into your skull while you try to sleep. This is a must-have if you’re struggling to get to sleep.
2. Luxome Cooling Weighted Blanket – A Weighted Blanket That Will Put You Into A Deep Sleep
You’ve probably already heard about how weighted blankets are all the rage this year. Everyone has been rushing to buy one. They’ve been selling out almost as fast as toilet paper, lol. After all, research suggests that they can help with anxiety, autism, and insomnia among other conditions. But I tried weighted blankets for sleeping and they made me way too hot! I can’t handle being too hot while trying to get to sleep. That’s when I discovered the Luxome Cooling weighted blanket and it worked so well for me. It’s one of the coolest weighted blankets I’ve come across and I sleep like a baby with it. Be warned though, the Luxome weighted blankets can be costly but they are definitely worth every penny.
3. Dodow – Use This Device To Fall Asleep in Less Than 10 Minutes (And Stay Asleep All Night)
Here’s a unique device you probably haven’t heard of… It’s called Dodow and it’s completely disrupting the billion dollar sleeping pill industry worldwide. Instead of taking harmful and toxic pills to try and fall asleep (that often have you feeling groggy the next morning), millions of people are now turning to Dodow. Dodow has been scientifically proven to not only help you get to sleep faster, but to also give you a more deep and restful sleep.
It’s super simple, really. You put the circular little device on your nightstand, and it emits a soft light that glows in a rhythmic pattern. All you have to do is turn it on, breathe in and out with the light, and BOOM. Asleep.
Dodow was created by two insomniacs from Europe who were at their wit’s end with sleepless nights. Using what they call a “light metronome,” Dodow actually retrains your brain on how to fall asleep, which means it isn’t just some temporary fix. You owe it to yourself to give Dodow a try and get a good nights sleep! I actually combine this with the Hoom Sleep Band now so that I have a sound meditation going while also regulating my breathing with the Dodow device. This works fantastically well for me but your mileage may vary.
4. Sleep Connection – An Anti-Snoring Device You Wear On Your Wrist
Often times lack of sleep could come down to your partner being a loud snorer. Maybe you’ve tried wearing ear plugs, but the annoying sound of snoring just seems to be so loud you hear it no matter what. There’s nothing like loud snoring and a lack of sleep to cause a rift in an otherwise great relationship or marriage. But it’s not like you can really blame your partner for their snoring, they can’t control it. Well, until now that is. A new startup just created this wearable piece of technology called Sleep Connection that actually can put an end to snoring once and for all.
Sleep Connection Anti-Snore Wristband is a watch-like device that detects snoring using biosensors and immediately sends natural electrical pulses to reposition your body and end your snoring or your partners snoring. Of course, snoring can also be a sign of other health problems so I recommend taking a look at the other anti-snoring devices I have on this list. This device won’t fix any underlying issues that could be causing the snoring, it just nudges your body to reposition so that you stop snoring, whereas some of the other ones might actually help fix the underlying problems.
5. Blissy – The Silk Pillowcase That Is Quickly Becoming A Top Gift Idea For 2020
A pillowcase can help you sleep better? Really? Yea, I was skeptical too. But then I tried the Blissy silk pillowcase and I have to say it really did help! The idea behind it is since it’s made out of silk it helps regulate temperature better than a normal pillowcase, and we all know that having a cool pillow can help with sleep quality. The Blissy pillowcase refracts infrared heat and adjusts to your body’s temperature keeping you cool throughout the night.
This pillowcase is also so soft and smooth that it won’t bunch up and become uncomfortable.
Your head retains approximately 10% of your body heat. So, if you tend to get hot while you sleep, a cooling pillow or pillowcase is probably important to you.
6. Nectar Mattress – Probably The Best Mattress Ever Made At A Fraction Of What Regular Mattresses Cost
What kind of sleep optimization list would this be without talking about mattresses. Having a good premium mattress could make or break the quality of sleep you get. It is the single most important thing that contributes to your sleep, yet so many people neglect to find a mattress that suits them. But who can afford spending $4,000+ on a mattress? Not many people can actually shell out that kind of money. That’s why Nectar is so good. They cut out the middlemen completely and sell their mattresses exclusively online which ends up meaning they can sell one of the best mattresses for a fraction of the cost you’d pay if you were to buy it in a retail store. The Nectar Mattress has the perfect combination of support and cooling! You just order it online and they will deliver it directly to your door. They also give you 365 nights to try it, so you have enough time to figure out if it’s right for you.
7. Miracle Sheets – Self Cleaning & Cooling Anti-Bacterial Bedsheets
Now that you have a new Nectar Mattress it’s time to get yourself some cooling anti-bacterial bedsheets to go along with it. Most people get tired of having to constantly wash their sheets only to find they get dirty quickly again… I’m one of those people that was fed up with all the work. So when I tried Miracle Sheets I knew I’d never go back to the old ones again. Many of the high end luxury hotels have already made the switch to these.
Miracle sheets are made with an advanced all-natural silver infused cotton fabric that fights 99% of bacteria. But not only that, they are self-cleaning and cooling so you’ll get the best sleep of your life!
Try these out, they offer a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t like them send them back for a full refund.
8. TruMedic Massager – Give Yourself A Nice Massage Before Bed To Hit That Relaxation Switch
Oh man, this next product takes relaxation to the next level. It’s not a sleep specific gadget, but I figured I’d include it because it helps me relax and wind down before bed. If you’re looking for a self-massage tool that works, look no further. The TruMedic Impact Therapy device and the Dream Machine truShiatsu pillow massager will leave you feeling like you’re melting away on a cloud of relaxation. Sounds like I’m exaggerating right? I kid you not, this is the best self-massage you’ll ever get. Use this while watching TV for about 10-15 minutes before your bed time. You’ll wind down and be so relaxed you’ll barely be able to make it to your bed!
9. SleepNow Pillow – A Luxury Pillow That Adjusts To Your Sleeping Needs
You have the Miracle Sheets, the Nectar Mattress, the Blissy Pillowcase but one thing you’re still missing is a pillow. Look no further than the SleepNow pillow, it’s a 3 in 1 adjustable pillow that helps relieve aches and pains. Whether you’re a side, back, or stomach sleeper, their award-winning 3 pillows in 1 design works in every position. You can also wash it & customize it!
10. HVN Sleep Mask – Stops Snoring Through BioFeedback
Personally, I can’t wear anything on my face while trying to sleep, so I couldn’t really properly test this gadget out. It’s the HVN Sleep Mask and it’s designed to stop you from snoring while also blocking out all light. Sleep experts agree that having a dark room is one of the key things you can do to get a better nights sleep. So if you snore and have no problem wearing a sleep mask, this could definitely help you and your partner sleep better. The HVNSLEEP Mask is far more advanced than any ordinary light-blocking mask! It uses biofeedback to measure the vibrations in your facial bones caused by snoring – and immediately triggers a gentle vibration that stops snoring immediately. It also pairs with an app that will give you a complete diagram of your sleep habits.
11. Starbelly Dream Lights – Get Your Kid To Sleep Fast So You Can Go To Sleep!
Every parent of young children knows that getting your kid to sleep is 90% of the battle. If your kid isn’t falling asleep, fat chance you’ll be able to sleep. That’s why I added the Starbelly Dream Lights to this list. Starbelly is the perfect plush toy to get your kid to fall asleep fast. Instead of getting a night light (hello 1980’s wants its gadget back), StarBelly Dream Lights has a super cool built-in nightlight that projects a starry sky onto the ceiling. These unique and fun patterns help to instantly relax kids so that they can sleep soundly. No need to worry about turning it off either, because of the 20 minute auto shut off timer. Parents with young children – add this to your gift list this year!
12. Oura Ring – Track And Optimize Your Sleep By Wearing This Ring
Unlike cumbersome activity tracking watches and bracelets, the Oura Ring was designed to be a simple piece of wearable technology that you can put on and forget about. It will track all your daily activity – including your heart rate, your steps and most importantly, even your sleep quality. The best part is that it’s a ring, so it shouldn’t bother you wearing it while you sleep. This could be just the thing you need to kickstart yourself into better habits. It’ll tell you how much deep sleep, REM and light sleep you got each night. For me this was a big wakeup call because I found that I was getting a very low amount of REM sleep (probably because of my bad sleep schedule). Getting enough REM sleep is associated with better health outcomes, problem solving and deeper thinking. Get this ring and see just how well you’re sleeping.
13. KoreTrak – $49 Smartwatch Tracks Your Sleep Cycles
Looking for a gadget that can help track your sleep cycles but won’t cost an arm and a leg? The KoreTrak promises to track pretty much everything an expensive smartwatch can and only costs $49. The best part is, it’s not bulky like so many other smartwatches so you should be able to sleep with it on at night.
Koretrak can monitor your heart rate, your steps, your sleep, your calories and much more.
