My boyfriend snores reeeeallly reaallly bad😱😱😱. So I have to sleep in another room! Sort of feels like being single. Either this or I will have to strangle him 🙈
@Google User I am married and we sleep in our own rooms after having a child from past 1 and a half years and it has made a huge difference in the quality of my sleep . I just cannot sleep in a room where my son sleeps. He is a very good sleeper but he twists and turn sooo much and sometimes starts speaking or shouting in his dreams and then it's soo hard for me to go back to sleep while my husband doesn't care and he just goes back to sleep immediately. My son is going to be 3 next month but he is not fine with sleeping in his own room whatsoever. 😀
Tips to get healthy sleep by Dr dray:- 1)Sleep on same time and wake up on same time every day. 2)Get yourself a comfortable mattress and pillow to sleep on. 3)Have a relaxing evening routine. 4)Avoid napping throughout the day. 5)Excercise regularly. 6)Optimize your bedroom for quality sleep(Dark room,Humidifier,keep blue light away) 7)Cut off alcohol and Avoid having large meals before bed. 8)Cut off smoking. 9)Can’t sleep?Try going to another room or do something relaxing until you feel sleepy. 10)Talk to the doctor. Check the description box.
I’ve been married for 10 years, and my hubby calls me the “alien pod lady” who gets in her special relaxing “pod “ at bedtime... I can see what he means- I use ear plugs, wear an eye mask and sleep hair cap, wear a bite guard, listen to white noise, close my black out curtains, and can only have my favorite sleep pillow. I even travel with it. Only when all this is in place, can I fall asleep! So I can relate to this video...totally! 🤣🤣
I live in Finland. It’s about the same lattitude as Alaska. It’s very dark here in the winter all day long and in the summer the sun barely sets. As you can imagine, this is not ideal for sleep. I have a Philips wake up light that mimics the sunrise, which helps waking up in the winter. I also have a treatment strength bright light at work which helps with the SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). Bright lights supposedly affects your hypothalamus throught your eyes and helps to control circadian rhythms and fatigue in the winter when there isn’t much daylight. Highly recomment both those lights for people with trouble waking up.
I purchased the pillow and absolutely LOVE it. I have tried so many others in the past and none have compared to this one. I appreciate your integrity when recommending products because everything I have tried so far has actually worked..even the pure white petroleum! Thank you for the service you provide and sharing your expertise.
Cynthia, i bought it too and while I love the shape, the smell is horrible. Was yours smelling at first? Did it subside after a while ? (i had it for two weeks already) TY
I’m a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Dr. Dray this talk here was more informative than most presentations I’ve seen by sleep physicians. Great points! If you are are “napping” MORE than 15-20 minutes, you are sleeping. It really messes with ones drive for sleep later, throwing off your circadian rhythm. The tip for getting out of bed when you’re not able to fall asleep, is so under appreciated! My professor once said “You want to associate you bed only with the 3’s: sleep, sex and snoring.” Everything said in this video is great to put into practice. Another tip, should you be taking a melatonin supplement (check with your doctor) - you ideally want to take it TWO hours before you actually want to sleep. I’ve had a lot of people ask me about this pillow when I’m performing their sleep studies. I’ve not been able to personally advise them one way or the other but I’ll direct them this way. Thanks for keeping all of us company - I thoroughly enjoy your daily videos!!! Take care, sending good vibes your mom’s way!
jam6web he was just making his point - if you lie there fretting about sleep, you start associating the bed with that. Some people just snore, but yes it is one of many indicators of obstructive sleep apnea.
I ordered the Sleep & Glow pillow and wanted to love it! Unfortunately after 2 weeks I am still waking up with cricks in my neck and upper back. I am a back sleeper. They do give refunds which is great, but keep in mind they do not cover the return shipment costs, so it will still cost you to try this pillow out. I'm sure it works out beautifully for others, just not for me. For reference, I am 5'9, with a long neck, and apparently a head that is slightly larger then average. I hope this comment might be helpful!
I’m only 5’4” , 120 lbs, and the sleep and glow pillow didn’t work for me either. I wanted so much to love it but it was terribly uncomfortable for my neck and the face cradles were too small for my very average size head. Unfortunately I tried to love it so long, that I missed the return window 😣 Oh well....
Love the sleep and glow pillow. I suffer with insomnia due to anxiety (my sleep study was negative). Getting on the right combo of antidepressants/anti anxiety meds, exercising regularly, sleepy time tea before bed, and the sleep and glow pillow all helped make a huge difference.
I recently bought a new pillow! It's from the brand called Coop. Was looking for something that supports me as a side and back sleeper. And they give me 100 nights to try it out! I recommend this one.
This pillow has really aged my face. After using it for almost 8 months, my cheeks are super low. This pillow also caused my jaws to clench at night in my sleep. Thus, I ended up with wider looking jaws and droopy cheeks. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PILLOW. Also, sleeping on the side with the pillow was the one of the most uncomfortable positions ever.
Omg I've been going to sleep at 2am 3am dince way before this Corona and I wake up at 11am and I'm always tired 24/7 always feels like in forcing my eyes open 24/7
This is exactly my case from past 5 months. I don't know how I started doing this to me. I have been veey good with my sleep routine. Thankfully I do not have sleep issues and I need to get this fixed from tonight itself as I am aware of whatever Dr. Dray is mentioning in the video. But sometimes you really need to hear it from someone else. ✌
I've been doing this since I retired last summer. After years of getting up at 4 a.m., I think it's just backlash that now I stay up until almost that time!
If you work the night shift, 1) Sit nearby a white light source like the HappyLight or equivalent. 2) keep all room lights on until the last 3-4 hours before you get off shift 3) Eat regular meals 4) cut off caffeine 8 hours before you go to bed 5) commit to the night shift even on days off until it is over 6)wear shades when driving home from work in the mornings 7) highly recommend a red light therapy device to sit in front of for at least 5-10 min as a bed time routine 8) take a melatonin supplement sparingly 9)keep your bedroom dark, wear a sleep mask
Yes! A healthy circadian rhythm (and rejuvenating sleep) is so important for health span and metabolic health. ✨Thank you ✨ for sharing how the timing of light, exercise and meals matter for maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm which can help with sleep! I so enjoy all your practical skin care recommendations and I’m grateful to all the energy and insight you provide to your community. 🙏😴
Great tips and very interested in the pillow! Something I've noticed is how physically tense I can be while trying to fall asleep. Don't remember where I heard it, but try relaxing your tongue. :) It makes your whole body relax and before you know it, you'll be out. Some deep breaths in and out also.
Much needed video, I've been sleeping 3 hours a night and having absolutely zero energy all day, despite working out, turning off screens and having a bedtime routine.
Well I'm guilty of staying up late because of being on the phone all the time 😂 I think I have to change this before anything else... Thank you for the video Dr. Dray ❤!
There are cheaper pillows if you just want neck and head support at back. For side sleepers it might well be really useful and worth the high cost. I learned about it from another video you did and i thank you Very much. I’m in the uk and it ships here. The guarantee is a really good aspect or people who struggle to make such an investment to feel reassured they only keep it if it works. Iv brought so many pillows that Fail to give both support and softness and there is no money back option
I have a pillow like this from another company and I take this pillow with me whenever I travel, I love it that much. I've never been the kind of person to travel with my own pillow, but I am now. lol I'm mostly a side sleeper but I can also sleep on my back comfortably with a cutout pillow like this. It was a game-changer for me; your mileage may vary. (the sleep n glo pillowcase is made from Eucalyptus fiber and I'm allergic to Eucalyptus trees so I didn't want to risk a reaction)
It’s like you read my mind. I have been struggling with my sleep routine. Working at home and being in my home all day long has thrown off my schedule. Definitely going to implement some of the tips you recommended’ thanks dr dray!
I knew the anxiety to not being able to sleep can actually make it more difficult and it does get worse with time. Thank you Dr Dray for it. That’s an issue for me
I'm working the night shift, i go to bed at 7am i do my best, blackout curtains, eye mask, earplugs, but i never sleep more than 4 hours, it has triggered my acne like never :(
Happy Monday Dr Dray and everyone 🤗 sleep is so important and now that I am working from home my schedule is off and it's not the same as commuting going to and office and coming home Love to mom and Tybee 🤩🤩🤩
My children haven’t been falling asleep until around 9 since the shelter in place order, which leads me to make myself stay up later just to have a longer span of alone time. 😆
The Sleep and Glow Pillow (Omnia) CHANGED MY LIFE, and that is all thanks to YOU!! Thank you for continuing to provide life-changing information that is spot on, effective and affordable. I love watching your videos every day - your expert guidance is invaluable. A million thanks.
My main issue is having energy during the day on my days off. I’m a night shift RN and I love my shifts, but transitioning back to days is so rough. I feel hung over most of the time.
So true. In my job I change the hours I work every few weeks. Messes with my sleep a lot. I asked myself why I was so tired and I obviously overlooked the sleep cycle was being disrupted.
My husband and I have slept in different rooms since my daughter was born and I needed to nigh feed…that was 11 years ago..we will never sleep in the same bed again..I have the BEST sleep because I have the bed to myself and can have the exact temperature I want !…also , I can wear all the crazy looking night creams and lotions and unsexy pajamas while wearing my hair in frumpy braids without wearing about him seeing me…best way to sleep
I can talk about the pillow Dr Dray is talking about, since I bought it. I just love it. I have been suffering from chronic neck pain after an injury in last August. With the help of the sleep and glow pillow in the morning my neck doesn’t feel as stiff anymore 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 I must say that it is better to purchase the silk pillowcase rather than just using the tencel pillowcase that comes with it. The tencel pillowcase did give me some sleeping wrinkles whereas the silk one leaves me with no wrinkles. This pillow is a lifesaver I love it.
Jennifer Finch it does not specify the UK but it seems they do because they have shipping information on other international countries. I ended buying the bra pillow and I can’t do without it anymore it is awesome !
@@paquitaelmaestro1576 Im glad to read that. I'm strongly against silk because of the cruelty behind this silk industry, but if I can use my satin cases with it it's great.
Randomly had a dream about you last night. You were madly in love and eventually married to this a hunky fella. You rode bikes together. He was foreign and had an accent. I watch your videos but not enough to warrant such a dream lol. I hope you dont think its offensive for me to relay this dream to you. Wondering if you or any veiwers have ever had dreams about a "virtual" stranger?
Thank you so much Dr. Dray I just ordered me a sleep with glow today for myself for Christmas and an extra silk pillowcase and used your discount code I am so excited!!
Thanks for the honest advice, I'm going to completely reevaluate how I sleep. Even the bathtub meditation against the cool tub. That sounds lovely about now.
Are you a side sleeper? I thought about ordering this pillow but I am a side sleeper, and since Dr. Dray is a back sleeper, I wondered if it would work as well for me. And it is sooo much money to invest. I know they say you can get a refund, but sometimes companies make that hard to accomplish.
Thank you for making all of us with sleep anxieties feel seen, Dr. Dray. Would this pillow cause neck wrinkles from raising the head up as much as it does? Also, do you have any tips for keeping one's head from turning at night? I sleep on my back, but no matter what I do (and I've tried many pillows like this), my head goes HARD to the left. It's now at the point where the left side of my face is visibly flatter than the right.
dont be a back sleeper in general. yeah it might move your skin one way, but u switch sides so youre fine. anatomically its more efficient for your body in its healing process bc it is through the spine that debris fluids are moved in and out. all animals primarily sleep on their sides - dogs, cats, apes, native american tribes. take their collective wisdom and apply it to your life. and a memory foam pillow? use your elbow. hard surfaces are the best form of support for your internal structures
I can’t honestly thank you enough for helping me make one of the best purchases I’ve ever made I LOVE my sleep n glow pillow it’s heavenly and I can’t imagine using another pillow ever. Relieves my neck/shoulder nerve damage and it’s ANTIBACTERIAL 🤯 just perfect for me thank you Dr Dray!!!! 🥰
I liked the Sleep & Glow pillow at first. I suffer from neck pain, so the neck support was the main reason I bought it. While it has worked better than some other neck pillows I have tried, I still wake up with neck and shoulder pain, sometimes to the point where it is distracting, so I wouldn't say Sleep & Glow has been that much of a game changer for me.
What are your thoughts on sleep masks and skincare? I have been using a sleep mask for over a year and it definitely helps me doze off and stay asleep but I am 90% sure the eye mask if giving me irritation around my eyes and occasional breakouts on upper cheeks. I hate it but when I try to sleep without the mask its difficult! I have tried using more expensive masks (Blussy) for higher quality material.
Wow I thought I was the only one, but Dr. Dray is looking great, I took a break from her videos back in March, and OMG she looks beautiful! Is it the lighting or is it the less hectic schedule 🤔
A game changer is Ambien. That is THE best. I had to change my doctor (not by my choice, she retired) and the new one wouldn't prescribe it any more. :( No stress, no nightmares, it was wonderful.
can you do a video over your thoughts on facial massages??? i thought tugging was supposed to cause premature aging but there’s a lot of skin movement with facial massages too? is it even proven to be effective?
@@DrDrayzday Thank You Sooo Much!! I Hope You're Having a Fantastic Day Gorgeous Lady!! Sending Much Love!! Please Stay Safe and Well!! Always!! xoxoXO
@Google User Thank You Sooo Much!! Happy Monday!! I Hope You're Having a Lovely Day!! I Don't Know But I Sure Hope She's Doing Okay!! Dr Dray, Sweet Mom, and King Tybee Are Always in my Thoughts and Prayers!! Please Stay Safe and Well Sweetie!!
I have a few tips to share myself. 1. Get the room temp comfortable for you or you will not be able to sleep. 2. Side sleepers: Position your pillow just above your neck and before your chin and extend arms. 3. Always Keep shoulders aligned with your vertebrae. and lastly 4. When you close your eyes, feel your body’s exhaustion and heaviness and relax.
I've had the sleep and glow pillow for a few mounts. As I have a fairly long neck I feel when I sleep on my back it is not always so comfortable. For me I wish it had a little more support there. I like it for side sleeping though and I love how you wake up with no pillow wrinkles. Because it's not as comfortable on my back Im becoming more a side sleeper and in general I don't think my sleep is as sound. I wish it came in more sizes with measurements included. Then it would be a perfect pillow I think!
Hi dr dray! I’ve been using mineral sunscreen for awhile and always hated the white cast. I got the idea one day to put a tiny bit of turmeric in it because my skin is already sort of yellow toned. It works so good and makes zero white cast, and I haven’t gone back since. What do you think? Is it a good idea?
Sandie A No! Not at all! I’m not sure what turmeric you used, but normally plain turmeric has very little smell, at least for my nose, I’ve never used turmeric that smells very strongly it’s just a mild earthy smell to me. Curry smell comes from other spices mixed together like Star anise etc
It was a decision to purchase this pillow because of the cost but I LOVE IT! I use a Fitbit and my sleep number has definitely improved! I was learning to sleep on my back but thins pillow is great if I do turn over to my side. I did watch your video on this pillow after I had watched Anne P also talk about it as I knew you would be honest about whether it was really worth the expense! Thanks 😊
Totally agree about exercising as often as possible. It's especially helpful for stress which is the main issue for me with sleep loss. I also keep my humidifier next to the bed which is relatively quiet with just a few gurgles every now and then. :)
Heads up to everyone (no pun intended) on the 30 Day trial offer; the website says in fine print that orders placed before May 17 will not be eligible for return if the pillow is used. So, I'm going to check it again on the 18th and see if the trial offer is back :(
I have sleep apnea... I’m not really overweight and I’m only 21 😭 I have to sleep with a full face mask and CPAP every night and it sucks, I still struggle a lot with sleep but getting my CPAP was LIFE CHANGING and sleep apnea is serious... it can take years off your life if you don’t treat it!!
I keep waking up after 4 hours, no sleep aids or alcohol in months, & have to wait up to an hour to get the rest of my sleep. Not sure how I got into this habit.
I have been striving to develop a morning routine for the last five years. This quarantine has ended the 5 year success streak. I kept it up the first 3 weeks and then boom- I became a slacker again. When this quarantine is over, it’s going to be starting all over again. My sleep is much better when I get up very early and accomplish everything before the afternoon. Thanks for all your tips. You give me so much affirmation and optimism.
I told my Home Google to "play Dr. Dray's latest TH-cam video" and a rap video of Dr. Dre from Compton came on. I laughed and thought Dr. Dray would dig it.
I am very intrigued by this pillow. I’m a radiologic technology instructor and we study angles so much. On another topic, could you look into products that are marketed for crepey skin? Especially city Beauty’s invisicrêpe? The skin right above my knees is terribly wrinkled and saggy.
Dr. Dray thank you for this video. What else could you recommend as far as skincare for people who work at night and getting consistent amount of enough sleep is just not possible (without quitting for a daytime job)… ? 😁
Thank you great video. I sleep at 830pm and wake at 5am to jog. I am very busy during the day but when it hits evening I'm so so tired. I do enjoy a wine at night with all my candles and sleep like a baby😏
Best sleep for brain health - the side...particularly left side. Sorry! Reason to side-sleep is bc during deep sleep the brain cleanses 'debris' (beta amyloids no longer needed & other neurotransmitters that have done their job during the day, but now need to be flushed from the brain ...via a process called glymphatic transport. So, all this debris is washed away and into the lymphatic system during the high delta, deep (restorative) sleep phase. The brain is assisted during this process by the position of the head during deep sleep. Back sleeping is not conducive to glymphatic transport, but side sleeping IS. Since the major lymphatic vessel is located on the left side of the body, the optimal sleep position is left lateral...left side. However, even the right lateral pisition is better than the supine position. I.e. on one's back.
ASMR also helps with sleeping. Some days when I absolutely don't feel sleepy I play some asrm. Try to listen to monotonous one and not the fancy ones with 1000 of triggers. Try asmr if you can handle. Also try to read a very boring book. It helps.
Being single has contributed greatly to my sleep quality.
I’m married. My sleep quality has decreased so dramatically since getting married lol
My boyfriend snores reeeeallly reaallly bad😱😱😱. So I have to sleep in another room! Sort of feels like being single. Either this or I will have to strangle him 🙈
@Google User I am married and we sleep in our own rooms after having a child from past 1 and a half years and it has made a huge difference in the quality of my sleep . I just cannot sleep in a room where my son sleeps. He is a very good sleeper but he twists and turn sooo much and sometimes starts speaking or shouting in his dreams and then it's soo hard for me to go back to sleep while my husband doesn't care and he just goes back to sleep immediately. My son is going to be 3 next month but he is not fine with sleeping in his own room whatsoever. 😀
😂absolutely true
it does help, lol
Tips to get healthy sleep by Dr dray:-
1)Sleep on same time and wake up on same time every day.
2)Get yourself a comfortable mattress and pillow to sleep on.
3)Have a relaxing evening routine.
4)Avoid napping throughout the day.
5)Excercise regularly.
6)Optimize your bedroom for quality sleep(Dark room,Humidifier,keep blue light away)
7)Cut off alcohol and Avoid having large meals before bed.
8)Cut off smoking.
9)Can’t sleep?Try going to another room or do something relaxing until you feel sleepy.
10)Talk to the doctor.
Check the description box.
Dr. Dray: go to bed early and don’t use your phone before bed!
Me watching this at 1am: 👁👄👁
😂
I'm reading this three months later at 1 am 👁️👄👁️
same :)))
I used to sleep early but covid has thrown me out of the habit.....no am struggling to get back to it :)
How's your mom doing? Hopefully she's doing well. Miss her in your vids. Tybee too.
I’ve been married for 10 years, and my hubby calls me the “alien pod lady” who gets in her special relaxing “pod “ at bedtime...
I can see what he means-
I use ear plugs, wear an eye mask and sleep hair cap, wear a bite guard, listen to white noise, close my black out curtains, and can only have my favorite sleep pillow. I even travel with it.
Only when all this is in place, can I fall asleep! So I can relate to this video...totally!
🤣🤣
The Your Face Pillow on Amazon is similar and only 69 bucks! I’ve had mine for more than 6 months and love it!
I live in Finland. It’s about the same lattitude as Alaska. It’s very dark here in the winter all day long and in the summer the sun barely sets. As you can imagine, this is not ideal for sleep. I have a Philips wake up light that mimics the sunrise, which helps waking up in the winter. I also have a treatment strength bright light at work which helps with the SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). Bright lights supposedly affects your hypothalamus throught your eyes and helps to control circadian rhythms and fatigue in the winter when there isn’t much daylight. Highly recomment both those lights for people with trouble waking up.
I purchased the pillow and absolutely LOVE it. I have tried so many others in the past and none have compared to this one. I appreciate your integrity when recommending products because everything I have tried so far has actually worked..even the pure white petroleum! Thank you for the service you provide and sharing your expertise.
Cynthia, i bought it too and while I love the shape, the smell is horrible. Was yours smelling at first? Did it subside after a while ? (i had it for two weeks already) TY
can you use a normal pillowcase instead of buying the one they have?
I’m a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Dr. Dray this talk here was more informative than most presentations I’ve seen by sleep physicians. Great points! If you are are “napping” MORE than 15-20 minutes, you are sleeping. It really messes with ones drive for sleep later, throwing off your circadian rhythm. The tip for getting out of bed when you’re not able to fall asleep, is so under appreciated! My professor once said “You want to associate you bed only with the 3’s: sleep, sex and snoring.” Everything said in this video is great to put into practice. Another tip, should you be taking a melatonin supplement (check with your doctor) - you ideally want to take it TWO hours before you actually want to sleep. I’ve had a lot of people ask me about this pillow when I’m performing their sleep studies. I’ve not been able to personally advise them one way or the other but I’ll direct them this way. Thanks for keeping all of us company - I thoroughly enjoy your daily videos!!! Take care, sending good vibes your mom’s way!
Wait why would you associate the bed with snoring? Isn't snoring a sign of an underlying disease?
jam6web Possibly sleep apnea.
jam6web not always
jam6web he was just making his point - if you lie there fretting about sleep, you start associating the bed with that.
Some people just snore, but yes it is one of many indicators of obstructive sleep apnea.
i take 3 hr "naps" on the weekends and still get my 7 hrs of sleep at night🤣
I ordered the Sleep & Glow pillow and wanted to love it! Unfortunately after 2 weeks I am still waking up with cricks in my neck and upper back. I am a back sleeper. They do give refunds which is great, but keep in mind they do not cover the return shipment costs, so it will still cost you to try this pillow out. I'm sure it works out beautifully for others, just not for me. For reference, I am 5'9, with a long neck, and apparently a head that is slightly larger then average. I hope this comment might be helpful!
How much did you pay for the pillow when you got it? I looked at the site and it says $159 USD. That seems excessive for a pillow.
what do you sleep on ?
Thank you for your comment. Im 5' 9" too with a long neck and long face. I thought it might not fit me well as many items dont.
I’m only 5’4” , 120 lbs, and the sleep and glow pillow didn’t work for me either. I wanted so much to love it but it was terribly uncomfortable for my neck and the face cradles were too small for my very average size head. Unfortunately I tried to love it so long, that I missed the return window 😣 Oh well....
Where’s the mask?
Love the sleep and glow pillow. I suffer with insomnia due to anxiety (my sleep study was negative). Getting on the right combo of antidepressants/anti anxiety meds, exercising regularly, sleepy time tea before bed, and the sleep and glow pillow all helped make a huge difference.
Love this for u! Keep up the great work.. a routine like that is hard to maintain! ❤
I recently bought a new pillow! It's from the brand called Coop. Was looking for something that supports me as a side and back sleeper. And they give me 100 nights to try it out! I recommend this one.
This pillow has really aged my face. After using it for almost 8 months, my cheeks are super low. This pillow also caused my jaws to clench at night in my sleep. Thus, I ended up with wider looking jaws and droopy cheeks. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PILLOW. Also, sleeping on the side with the pillow was the one of the most uncomfortable positions ever.
Thankyou Dr Dray for urging people to quit smoking. My father is now in palliative care due to lung cancer. It truly is a killer.
Omg I've been going to sleep at 2am 3am dince way before this Corona and I wake up at 11am and I'm always tired 24/7 always feels like in forcing my eyes open 24/7
sameeee
This is exactly my case from past 5 months. I don't know how I started doing this to me. I have been veey good with my sleep routine. Thankfully I do not have sleep issues and I need to get this fixed from tonight itself as I am aware of whatever Dr. Dray is mentioning in the video. But sometimes you really need to hear it from someone else. ✌
i hope things improve
@@junedaisy707 most likely
I've been doing this since I retired last summer. After years of getting up at 4 a.m., I think it's just backlash that now I stay up until almost that time!
If you work the night shift,
1) Sit nearby a white light source like the HappyLight or equivalent.
2) keep all room lights on until the last 3-4 hours before you get off shift
3) Eat regular meals
4) cut off caffeine 8 hours before you go to bed
5) commit to the night shift even on days off until it is over
6)wear shades when driving home from work in the mornings
7) highly recommend a red light therapy device to sit in front of for at least 5-10 min as a bed time routine
8) take a melatonin supplement sparingly
9)keep your bedroom dark, wear a sleep mask
Night shift here 🎉
Yes! A healthy circadian rhythm (and rejuvenating sleep) is so important for health span and metabolic health. ✨Thank you ✨ for sharing how the timing of light, exercise and meals matter for maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm which can help with sleep! I so enjoy all your practical skin care recommendations and I’m grateful to all the energy and insight you provide to your community. 🙏😴
thanks for watching
Great tips and very interested in the pillow! Something I've noticed is how physically tense I can be while trying to fall asleep. Don't remember where I heard it, but try relaxing your tongue. :) It makes your whole body relax and before you know it, you'll be out. Some deep breaths in and out also.
Thank you for talking about sleep apnea! Huge problem that is widely unaddressed.
I ve been doing ballet exercises since the quarantine started, I stopped having a nap during the day . My sleep quality has improved so much.
Much needed video, I've been sleeping 3 hours a night and having absolutely zero energy all day, despite working out, turning off screens and having a bedtime routine.
i hope things improve soon!
Well I'm guilty of staying up late because of being on the phone all the time 😂 I think I have to change this before anything else...
Thank you for the video Dr. Dray ❤!
Thanks for watching :)
@Zack Macdowell
Me too 👍
There are cheaper pillows if you just want neck and head support at back. For side sleepers it might well be really useful and worth the high cost. I learned about it from another video you did and i thank you Very much. I’m in the uk and it ships here. The guarantee is a really good aspect or people who struggle to make such an investment to feel reassured they only keep it if it works. Iv brought so many pillows that Fail to give both support and softness and there is no money back option
I have a pillow like this from another company and I take this pillow with me whenever I travel, I love it that much. I've never been the kind of person to travel with my own pillow, but I am now. lol
I'm mostly a side sleeper but I can also sleep on my back comfortably with a cutout pillow like this. It was a game-changer for me; your mileage may vary.
(the sleep n glo pillowcase is made from Eucalyptus fiber and I'm allergic to Eucalyptus trees so I didn't want to risk a reaction)
From which company is your pillow? I'm trying to find a cheaper alternative.
It’s like you read my mind. I have been struggling with my sleep routine. Working at home and being in my home all day long has thrown off my schedule. Definitely going to implement some of the tips you recommended’ thanks dr dray!
hope the tips help!
Could you please do a video on scalp psoriasis?? Thank you so much on all helpful and informative videos!
I knew the anxiety to not being able to sleep can actually make it more difficult and it does get worse with time. Thank you Dr Dray for it. That’s an issue for me
I'm working the night shift, i go to bed at 7am i do my best, blackout curtains, eye mask, earplugs, but i never sleep more than 4 hours, it has triggered my acne like never :(
Happy Monday Dr Dray and everyone 🤗 sleep is so important and now that I am working from home my schedule is off and it's not the same as commuting going to and office and coming home Love to mom and Tybee 🤩🤩🤩
Thank You Sooo Much Sweet Friend!! Happy Monday!! I Hope You're Having a Fantastic Day!! Please You and Yours Stay Safe and Well!! Always!!
Happy Monday!
dr dray: so your face isn't squashed up against your pillow
me, a front sleeper : -_-
ive always wondered how yall breathe when u sleep🧐
My children haven’t been falling asleep until around 9 since the shelter in place order, which leads me to make myself stay up later just to have a longer span of alone time. 😆
My boyfriend teaches school long distance now...ALL parents are reporting their kids cant sleep!!!
Relatable!
Dr Dray, you look beautiful, beaming and glowing! Keep up with the good work and taking care of yourself!
i dont feel guilty for staying up late.... during a pandemic we need to be kind to ourselves
(and at all times)...we are doing amazingly well !!!
The Sleep and Glow Pillow (Omnia) CHANGED MY LIFE, and that is all thanks to YOU!! Thank you for continuing to provide life-changing information that is spot on, effective and affordable. I love watching your videos every day - your expert guidance is invaluable. A million thanks.
My main issue is having energy during the day on my days off. I’m a night shift RN and I love my shifts, but transitioning back to days is so rough. I feel hung over most of the time.
Same, I can't function during the day, I just live like a vampire.
Same with me. I did night shifts 28 years. I’m retired, but still get my best sleep during the daytime. I’m writing this at 3:40am!
So true. In my job I change the hours I work every few weeks. Messes with my sleep a lot. I asked myself why I was so tired and I obviously overlooked the sleep cycle was being disrupted.
I wore sunscreen on my face today for the first time when I went on run. Thank you for the education Dr. Dray!
My husband and I have slept in different rooms since my daughter was born and I needed to nigh feed…that was 11 years ago..we will never sleep in the same bed again..I have the BEST sleep because I have the bed to myself and can have the exact temperature I want !…also , I can wear all the crazy looking night creams and lotions and unsexy pajamas while wearing my hair in frumpy braids without wearing about him seeing me…best way to sleep
Thanks for the sleep tips Dr. Dray. You are actually looking well rested. Thinking about your Mum. Sending her warm healing thoughts.
I can talk about the pillow Dr Dray is talking about, since I bought it. I just love it. I have been suffering from chronic neck pain after an injury in last August. With the help of the sleep and glow pillow in the morning my neck doesn’t feel as stiff anymore 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I must say that it is better to purchase the silk pillowcase rather than just using the tencel pillowcase that comes with it. The tencel pillowcase did give me some sleeping wrinkles whereas the silk one leaves me with no wrinkles. This pillow is a lifesaver I love it.
Can I get this pillow in UK?
Jennifer Finch it does not specify the UK but it seems they do because they have shipping information on other international countries. I ended buying the bra pillow and I can’t do without it anymore it is awesome !
Paquita El Maestro Do you think that using a regular silk pillowcase instead of the custom fit one would work okay?
Christa Thielen 👋🏼 I also use the regular ones too, I have only one custom silk one because it is expensive. Regular silk pillow case work fine :)
@@paquitaelmaestro1576 Im glad to read that. I'm strongly against silk because of the cruelty behind this silk industry, but if I can use my satin cases with it it's great.
I need this video - not sleeping long enough these days. 👏 😃 🛌
Hope the tips help!
Dr. Dray, do you think you could do a video with your wisdom dedicated to quitting smoking? That would be much appreciated
Randomly had a dream about you last night. You were madly in love and eventually married to this a hunky fella. You rode bikes together. He was foreign and had an accent.
I watch your videos but not enough to warrant such a dream lol. I hope you dont think its offensive for me to relay this dream to you. Wondering if you or any veiwers have ever had dreams about a "virtual" stranger?
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I love my sleep & glow pillow! So glad you explained benefits to us! Thank you for sharing so much useful advice to your viewers!
Thank you so much Dr. Dray I just ordered me a sleep with glow today for myself for Christmas and an extra silk pillowcase and used your discount code I am so excited!!
Thanks for the honest advice, I'm going to completely reevaluate how I sleep. Even the bathtub meditation against the cool tub. That sounds lovely about now.
Love my Sleep&Glow pillow! Also, I purchased a white noise sound machine from Amazon. So relaxing :)
Dr dray I purchased that pillow but honestly I tried to like it but I was losing sleep everyday .... I don’t recommend it’s for everybody... 👎🏼
Are you a side sleeper? I thought about ordering this pillow but I am a side sleeper, and since Dr. Dray is a back sleeper, I wondered if it would work as well for me. And it is sooo much money to invest. I know they say you can get a refund, but sometimes companies make that hard to accomplish.
@@bhampatty1 Agree!!
I’m a side sleeper w/a whiplash injury. This pillow has virtually eliminated my neck pain.
@@orelonsidney724 really? My neck is fused and it always aches. I have tried every pillow but never found the right one. This one helped you?
And I cannot sleep on my back....
5HTP was a game-changer for when I couldn't sleep. Natural amino acid & no grogginess next day. Love it.
I love my Sleep and Glow pillow also. I’m a side sleeper and have been getting 85% to 100% sleep every night.
Thank you for making all of us with sleep anxieties feel seen, Dr. Dray. Would this pillow cause neck wrinkles from raising the head up as much as it does?
Also, do you have any tips for keeping one's head from turning at night? I sleep on my back, but no matter what I do (and I've tried many pillows like this), my head goes HARD to the left. It's now at the point where the left side of my face is visibly flatter than the right.
Can you review Palmer's brand cocoa butter. Particularly the body butter in the jar 💙
@Zack Macdowell I didn't think so because of the fragrance. Thanks !
I just ordered the sleep and glow pillow this weekend based on your recommendations from your other video! Can’t wait to get it!
How is it so far do you like it? I’m thinking about getting it
dont be a back sleeper in general. yeah it might move your skin one way, but u switch sides so youre fine. anatomically its more efficient for your body in its healing process bc it is through the spine that debris fluids are moved in and out. all animals primarily sleep on their sides - dogs, cats, apes, native american tribes. take their collective wisdom and apply it to your life.
and a memory foam pillow? use your elbow. hard surfaces are the best form of support for your internal structures
I can’t honestly thank you enough for helping me make one of the best purchases I’ve ever made I LOVE my sleep n glow pillow it’s heavenly and I can’t imagine using another pillow ever. Relieves my neck/shoulder nerve damage and it’s ANTIBACTERIAL 🤯 just perfect for me thank you Dr Dray!!!! 🥰
Along with cherishing my sleep n glow pillow my cerave healing ointment is amazing I adore you Dr Dray
I liked the Sleep & Glow pillow at first. I suffer from neck pain, so the neck support was the main reason I bought it. While it has worked better than some other neck pillows I have tried, I still wake up with neck and shoulder pain, sometimes to the point where it is distracting, so I wouldn't say Sleep & Glow has been that much of a game changer for me.
i hope the neck pain gets better, that is not fun to cope w/
@@DrDrayzday thank you
That pillow is amazing! Worth every penny
this is crazy! It is like you are reading my mind with what I am looking into and then boom a detailed review .
I am a student and purchasing a 175$ pillow is out of my budget soo any other similar affordable recommandations??
please
Phew. When you said "Another thing you should cut back on... " I was afraid you were going to say coffee! LOL.
I love my Sleep and Glow! My girls gave it to me for Mother’s Day last year!
Dr Dray, how are mom and Tybee doing ? I think of them often and hope all is going well. As always your videos are informative and helpful. Be well !
What are your thoughts on sleep masks and skincare? I have been using a sleep mask for over a year and it definitely helps me doze off and stay asleep but I am 90% sure the eye mask if giving me irritation around my eyes and occasional breakouts on upper cheeks. I hate it but when I try to sleep without the mask its difficult! I have tried using more expensive masks (Blussy) for higher quality material.
Wow I thought I was the only one, but Dr. Dray is looking great, I took a break from her videos back in March, and OMG she looks beautiful! Is it the lighting or is it the less hectic schedule 🤔
A game changer is Ambien. That is THE best. I had to change my doctor (not by my choice, she retired) and the new one wouldn't prescribe it any more. :( No stress, no nightmares, it was wonderful.
can you do a video over your thoughts on facial massages??? i thought tugging was supposed to cause premature aging but there’s a lot of skin movement with facial massages too? is it even proven to be effective?
Ordered the pillow. Thank you for the code with $10 off. Can't wait to get it
Happy Monday Everybody!!
Happy Monday!
Happy Monday Jackie 🤗 have a wonderful day sweet friend enjoy 🤩🤩
@@DrDrayzday Thank You Sooo Much!! I Hope You're Having a Fantastic Day Gorgeous Lady!! Sending Much Love!! Please Stay Safe and Well!! Always!! xoxoXO
@@marizzy63 Thank You Sooo Much Sweet Friend!! I Hope You're Having a Wonderful Day!! Please You and Yours Stay Safe and Well!! Always!!
@Google User Thank You Sooo Much!! Happy Monday!! I Hope You're Having a Lovely Day!! I Don't Know But I Sure Hope She's Doing Okay!! Dr Dray, Sweet Mom, and King Tybee Are Always in my Thoughts and Prayers!! Please Stay Safe and Well Sweetie!!
hi Doc can you please share with us what UV protection black out curtains you use?
I have a few tips to share myself. 1. Get the room temp comfortable for you or you will not be able to sleep. 2. Side sleepers: Position your pillow just above your neck and before your chin and extend arms. 3. Always Keep shoulders aligned with your vertebrae. and lastly 4. When you close your eyes, feel your body’s exhaustion and heaviness and relax.
I was just paying attention to her flawless skin!!! 🤩😍
can you recommend the best pillows to sleep on? This product is so overpriced. Are there better options? Maybe something better with a lower price?
I've had the sleep and glow pillow for a few mounts. As I have a fairly long neck I feel when I sleep on my back it is not always so comfortable. For me I wish it had a little more support there. I like it for side sleeping though and I love how you wake up with no pillow wrinkles. Because it's not as comfortable on my back Im becoming more a side sleeper and in general I don't think my sleep is as sound. I wish it came in more sizes with measurements included. Then it would be a perfect pillow I think!
Can you do a video on Vaginal Odor?
Mercy B I’m not trying to be rude,but that’s not really what she specializes in.
Mercy B: Check out her video titled, “SKIN CHANGES THAT HAPPEN DOWN THERE| DR DRAY”
J T thank you so much!❤️
Hi dr dray! I’ve been using mineral sunscreen for awhile and always hated the white cast. I got the idea one day to put a tiny bit of turmeric in it because my skin is already sort of yellow toned. It works so good and makes zero white cast, and I haven’t gone back since. What do you think? Is it a good idea?
I think she’s talked about turmeric staining your skin and is also a potential irritant. Try the drmtlgy tinted sunscreen it’s amazing.
Sandie A No! Not at all! I’m not sure what turmeric you used, but normally plain turmeric has very little smell, at least for my nose, I’ve never used turmeric that smells very strongly it’s just a mild earthy smell to me. Curry smell comes from other spices mixed together like Star anise etc
Tiffany Zoe No actually she just posted a video about the benefits of turmeric in topical products a few months ago.
It was a decision to purchase this pillow because of the cost but I LOVE IT! I use a Fitbit and my sleep number has definitely improved! I was learning to sleep on my back but thins pillow is great if I do turn over to my side. I did watch your video on this pillow after I had watched Anne P also talk about it as I knew you would be honest about whether it was really worth the expense! Thanks 😊
Glad you like it!
Can you teach us how to sleep on the back without using any beauty pillow ? Thank you dr Dray
Totally agree about exercising as often as possible. It's especially helpful for stress which is the main issue for me with sleep loss. I also keep my humidifier next to the bed which is relatively quiet with just a few gurgles every now and then. :)
Can you please review dr dennis gross alpha beta peel. It's so expensive and i saw so many great reviews. I just don't know if it's worth it
hope you have a great week ahead!
Happy Monday Friend!! I Hope You Have a Wonderful Week!! Stay Safe and Well!! xox
You too! Happy Monday!
Heads up to everyone (no pun intended) on the 30 Day trial offer; the website says in fine print that orders placed before May 17 will not be eligible for return if the pillow is used.
So, I'm going to check it again on the 18th and see if the trial offer is back :(
I have sleep apnea... I’m not really overweight and I’m only 21 😭 I have to sleep with a full face mask and CPAP every night and it sucks, I still struggle a lot with sleep but getting my CPAP was LIFE CHANGING and sleep apnea is serious... it can take years off your life if you don’t treat it!!
yes, untreated sleep apnea can be deadly...leads to very severe high blood pressure
68 degrees on my thermostat would leave me bankrupt here in las vegas!!!!
Yeah, we settle for about 75 degrees...
Try New York 😅😅😅
This is such a helpful video about sleep! I'm sure its going to help so many xx
I keep waking up after 4 hours, no sleep aids or alcohol in months, & have to wait up to an hour to get the rest of my sleep. Not sure how I got into this habit.
I have been striving to develop a morning routine for the last five years. This quarantine has ended the 5 year success streak. I kept it up the first 3 weeks and then boom- I became a slacker again. When this quarantine is over, it’s going to be starting all over again. My sleep is much better when I get up very early and accomplish everything before the afternoon. Thanks for all your tips. You give me so much affirmation and optimism.
I told my Home Google to "play Dr. Dray's latest TH-cam video" and a rap video of Dr. Dre from Compton came on. I laughed and thought Dr. Dray would dig it.
BOY...I NEEDED THIS TODAY!!!😴
Great video, Dr. Dray. Many helpful tips in this one.
I am very intrigued by this pillow. I’m a radiologic technology instructor and we study angles so much. On another topic, could you look into products that are marketed for crepey skin? Especially city Beauty’s invisicrêpe? The skin right above my knees is terribly wrinkled and saggy.
I'd love to hear your opinion on copper-infused pillow cases that are purported to reduce skin wrinkles/aging.
Dr. Dray thank you for this video. What else could you recommend as far as skincare for people who work at night and getting consistent amount of enough sleep is just not possible (without quitting for a daytime job)… ? 😁
@Dr Dray Does sleeping with a sleep mask cause wrinkles, including forehead wrinkles????
Thank you great video. I sleep at 830pm and wake at 5am to jog. I am very busy during the day but when it hits evening I'm so so tired. I do enjoy a wine at night with all my candles and sleep like a baby😏
Best sleep for brain health - the side...particularly left side. Sorry! Reason to side-sleep is bc during deep sleep the brain cleanses 'debris' (beta amyloids no longer needed & other neurotransmitters that have done their job during the day, but now need to be flushed from the brain ...via a process called glymphatic transport.
So, all this debris is washed away and into the lymphatic system during the high delta, deep (restorative) sleep phase. The brain is assisted during this process by the position of the head during deep sleep. Back sleeping is not conducive to glymphatic transport, but side sleeping IS.
Since the major lymphatic vessel is located on the left side of the body, the optimal sleep position is left lateral...left side. However, even the right lateral pisition is better than the supine position. I.e. on one's back.
Need this!! Dr Dray, could you please review ZO skincare products?
I relate so much to when you said you took 3 hour naps in college 😂
Can’t thank you enough for this video. 😊
Glad it was helpful!
@@DrDrayzday♥️
ASMR also helps with sleeping. Some days when I absolutely don't feel sleepy I play some asrm. Try to listen to monotonous one and not the fancy ones with 1000 of triggers. Try asmr if you can handle. Also try to read a very boring book. It helps.
Thank you for uploading such a helpful video! Love your videos! Stay safe!