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blubluh
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You physician would be a good person to consult, but the usual advice given to people who have trouble sleeping at night is:

1. Avoid caffeinated drinks at least 5 hours before bedtime.

2. Avoid strenuous activity at least an hour before bedtime.

3. Avoid napping during the day (and limit it on Shabbos).

4. Bedroom should be quiet, dark and slightly cooler than during the day (slightly cooler, not cold!)

5. Bedclothes shouldn’t be tight or restrictive

6. No pets in the bedroom (and certainly not on the bed)

7. Once in bed, try to rid one’s mind of upsetting thoughts and worries.