How changing your bedding can help you keep your New Year’s resolution

With the change of the calendar year comes a fresh start and the motivation to make positive changes to our everyday routines. But no matter how determined you are to create a better lifestyle, those resolutions can be damn hard to keep! After all, roughly 80% of people fail their New Year’s resolutions by February.

Lucky for you, we have the secret to sticking it out, and it all starts in the bedroom!

The power of sleep

Who would have thought that simply getting more sleep would be the secret weapon to keeping all your resolutions and making the changes you need to live your best life. Sleep affects essential functions within the body, including memory, hormone regulation, immunity, and cardiovascular regulation, which are critical in keeping us at our optimal performance level.

Here are just some of the ways getting sufficient sleep can help you kick your 2022 goals:

• You will be calmer & happier
• You will be more empathetic
• You will perform at a higher level
• You will make better financial decisions
• You will be less likely to get sick
• You will be more likely to make better food choices

Now that the secret has been revealed, let’s dive in on how to improve our sleep patterns.

Bedding quality

Left to right: Thermal Balancing Mattress Topper; Dual Layer Quilt; Microfibre Pillow in King size.

Since improving the quality of bedding is one of the fastest and most effective ways of improving sleep, it only makes sense to start here. If you are comfortable, you’re more likely to fall asleep quicker and feel more rested in the morning.

Before you just run out and pick anything up off the shelf, you first need to consider your sleeping style. Think about where you are in the country and the climate over the year. Do you need something for mostly warm weather or cold nights? Are you a sweaty sleeper, or do you like layers upon layers of bedding to keep your warm and cosy?

Follow our mini-guide below to help you pick the bedding that’s right for you:

Step one: Start with a good base

• Mattress Topper: This protective layer will fight off all those tiny dust mites that can cause allergies while adding a cloud-like cushiness to your bed!
• Mattress Protector: Your Protector will keep your mattress looking brand new by absorbing any sweat and germs before they soak through to your mattress.
• Underlay: Made from wool, an Underlay will keep your body temperature regulated, so you don’t freeze in winter or get too hot and sweaty in summer.

Step two: Choose the quilt that suits you

• Dual-Layer Quilt: Ideal for all seasons, our dual-layer quilt features two 200gsm Healthy Fibre quilts that can be used together or separately. When joined, the quilt will capture three air pockets, resulting in a warmer and cosier nights’ sleep. When separated, it is a lighter, summer quilt.
• Thermal Balancing Quilt: Do you suffer insomnia, hot flushes or sweat while you sleep? Our thermal balancing quilt works to absorb, store and release heat as needed, so your body stays at an optimal temperature all night.
• Healthy Fibre Quilt: Featuring an antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti-dust mite BioFresh™ treatment, this is the quilt for you if you suffer from asthma or allergies! Featuring 300gsm filling 100% hollow polyester fibres, this quilt will keep you warm in winter and cool in summer.
• Wool Quilt: If you find it hard to regulate your body temperature while sleeping, consider grabbing a Wool Quilt. This one is 100% wool and helps relieve the body of thermal stress.

Step three: Pick your pillow

• Back sleeper: Memory Foam or Latex
• Side sleeper: Latex, Memory Foam or Posture Sleep
• Stomach sleeper: Microfibre or Bamboo
• Allergy sufferer: Microfibre, Memory Foam, Bamboo or Latex
• Nursing mother: Tri, Body or Euro
• Back pain sufferer: Body or Knee Wedge

And don’t forget your pillow protector!

Bedroom décor

Left to right: Avoca Cushion Cover; Avoca Quilt Cover Set and accessories with Ashley Throw in Turquoise, Allegra Cushion Cover in Turquoise and Luminous Vase in Green; Begonia Floor Rug.

Now that your base is sorted, it’s time for the fun stuff! Just a few minor tweaks to your bedroom décor can result in an improvement to your mental health and improving your overall mood.

Opt for colours, textures and patterns that bring joy to your soul, and you’ll find your boudoir becomes your much-needed space to relax and unwind.

Start with a quilt cover, add some cushion covers, and throw in a throw. Finish the look with a floor rug, some lighting and a vase.

Not only will you experience better sleep, but you will also improve your everyday interactions, allowing you to be in a better position to achieve all your goals year after year.

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