A bed is a very important part of our lives. After all we spend many hours asleep in one!
| Age Group | Recommended Hours | |
| New Born | 0-3 months | 14–17 hours |
| Infant | 4-12 months | 12–16 hours per 24 hours |
| Toddler | 1-2 years | 11–14 hours per 24 hours |
| Pre-School | 3-5 years | 10–13 hours per 24 hours |
| School Age | 6-12 years | 9–12 hours per 24 hours |
| Adolescent | 13-18 years | 8–10 hours per 24 hours |
| Adult | 18-60 years | 7 or more hours per night |
| Retirement Age | 61-64 years | 7–9 hours |
| Retirement/Elderly | 65 and over | 7–8 hours |
Not getting enough sleep can have a detrimental effect on your well being.
- Keep your sleep pattern consistent – go to bed the same time every night and get up at the same time each morning.
- Make your bedroom quiet, dark, relaxing, and at a comfortable temperature – blackouts and lavendar essential oils might do the trick!
- Stay off your phones and other electronic devices before going to sleep – this will help your body to wind down.
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol and eating large meals before bed.
- Stay active during the day so you feel tired before you go to sleep.

