tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post986281052788505827..comments2024-03-27T19:25:02.619-07:00Comments on hostess of the humble bungalow: Sleep Patterns...hostess of the humble bungalowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-75346357794884258282019-09-11T13:42:20.967-07:002019-09-11T13:42:20.967-07:00I think we need to be mindful of our activities an...I think we need to be mindful of our activities and pace ourselves. <br />Fortunately being retired means that i can always do tomorrow what I didn't get done today.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-91674028844901227352019-09-11T13:41:26.049-07:002019-09-11T13:41:26.049-07:00I can ask my GP about that next time I see him...g...I can ask my GP about that next time I see him...good idea.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-53473497507373970112019-09-11T13:40:39.914-07:002019-09-11T13:40:39.914-07:00I have to agree with you...when I log over 12,000 ...I have to agree with you...when I log over 12,000 steps in a day I cannot get a decent nights sleep...maybe its the volume of activity that prevents me from dropping off and staying asleep...over stimulation!<br />I am grateful for many things too Kathy. We are very fortunate in so many ways.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-54754210852322746242019-09-11T13:38:45.176-07:002019-09-11T13:38:45.176-07:00Maybe I need to try magnesium...at night.
I am not...Maybe I need to try magnesium...at night.<br />I am not going to miss sleeping in the cozy double bed...our queen allows us to turn over without waking each other up...my friend who has a king says she would never go back to sleeping on a Queen!!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-52252610464439399412019-09-11T13:36:15.821-07:002019-09-11T13:36:15.821-07:00Those old films and low volumes probably mimic &qu...Those old films and low volumes probably mimic "white noise" they sell those sleep machines that are meant to help us fall asleep...I am aware of all the creaks in our heritage home so I would not be able to sleep if I had one playing. <br />I have a constant thyroid issue...hypothyroid and that may be the cause of my inability to stay asleep.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-83457384257421193222019-09-11T13:33:45.377-07:002019-09-11T13:33:45.377-07:00I have heard that we need less sleep as we age but...I have heard that we need less sleep as we age but I do enjoy a restful night and waking up feeling refreshed.<br />I am not sure what doctors say about the FitBit data? I may ask next time I am at the clinic.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-51164073773893588012019-09-11T13:31:46.142-07:002019-09-11T13:31:46.142-07:00Carol both you and I are working out the travel de...Carol both you and I are working out the travel details in the wee wee hours!<br />Last night around 4 am I worked on my minimal carry on wardrobe for 3 weeks in Italy and France!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-60094015889436236192019-09-11T13:30:10.646-07:002019-09-11T13:30:10.646-07:00Sounds to me like your new bed is a great investme...Sounds to me like your new bed is a great investment!<br />I purchased a memeory foam mattress protecto which makes our bed so much cozier. Soft new cotton sheets and fresh new pillows...all will help to make our slumber better.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-58165453651735899852019-09-11T13:28:28.788-07:002019-09-11T13:28:28.788-07:00The energies of a grandchild do make us realize th...The energies of a grandchild do make us realize that we are aging! They are like Energizer Bunnies...only stop when they are asleep.<br />I was actually working on my "carry on packing list" last night a 4 am...then I managed to go back to sleep.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-20058965793820885982019-09-11T13:26:36.041-07:002019-09-11T13:26:36.041-07:00Sounds like you've got a great attitude and yo...Sounds like you've got a great attitude and your meditation is working for you in the sleep department! Aches and pains do affect our ability to get a good nights sleep...seeing oneself in a mirror or a store window should not be horrifying!!!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-1925155263641128172019-09-10T15:49:00.572-07:002019-09-10T15:49:00.572-07:00I'm 67 now and have come to understand that I ...I'm 67 now and have come to understand that I have less energy than I had in years past. I can only accomplish so much in a day. Some days it consists of some chores at home, taking my elderly mother to lunch and to the grocery store--and then a few more errands and I'm finished for the day. Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12756033682201519150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-63477133118040083652019-09-10T09:59:20.265-07:002019-09-10T09:59:20.265-07:00No commentor has mentioned sleep apnea yet. I was ...No commentor has mentioned sleep apnea yet. I was recently diagnosed but have not received a CPAP machine yet. My doctor and specialist thought it unlikely that I have it since I am too young, too slim, etc. and in general lack the obvious "causes". <br />You might look into testing for sleep apnea, especially since your FITbit is recording less REM and deep sleep.Seattle Sewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17808515384594236410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-62447244606909369762019-09-09T14:08:31.748-07:002019-09-09T14:08:31.748-07:00You've had a lot on your mind, as have I..and ...You've had a lot on your mind, as have I..and I notice that when that's going on, I go to sleep well, but wake up often. My energy is also lower than I'd like it to be, but I'm 67 and should be grateful, not discouraged. I find that actually when I "overdo" during the day, my sleep is much worse. xoKSLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251064646063353242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-34157405125570234292019-09-09T08:59:34.509-07:002019-09-09T08:59:34.509-07:00BODY CANNOT BE GOOD!
I know EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE S...BODY CANNOT BE GOOD!<br />I know EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE SAYING.................regarding legs and doing things!I hate the fact IDITCH THE FIT BIT!<br />I had the same experience with it.........Little deep sleep and barely any REM!IT gave me STRESS as I felt I had had a good night sleep!<br />My doctor says they are not ACCURATE also!AND wearing a piece of PLASTIC ON YOUR have to cut back but I cannot possibly make it till dinner if I don't!Lately, I have been logging 9 or 10 hours of sleep a night!STARTED taking MAGNESIUM at NIGHT!Since doing that I feel a better sleep has ARRIVED!I sleep in a DOUBLE BED with the HUSBAND!A queen wouldn't FIT in our bedroom!<br />XXLA CONTESSAnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-14010316482291123842019-09-09T04:52:08.097-07:002019-09-09T04:52:08.097-07:00I use generic ambien and it has worked for me for ...I use generic ambien and it has worked for me for a long time, (knock on wood that it continues to). Melatonin works great for my husband, but gives me weird dreams/nighmares. I also like having old movies on low volume, just loud enough to hear, helps me relax and fall asleep. I watch recordings of them and it often takes several times before I ever see the entire movie. The movie seems to take my mind off of whatever I may be concerned about and the low volume drowns out sounds from outside that would wake me. <br />I have also noticed when my thyroid levels get out of whack, too low or too high, it seriously affects my sleep.<br /><br /> susie @ persimmon moon cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01653330247272673990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-35459731455392551532019-09-08T17:10:00.180-07:002019-09-08T17:10:00.180-07:00The stress of a renovation plus sleeping in a diff...The stress of a renovation plus sleeping in a different bed can cause sleep issues. My older friends say as we age we need less sleep. I am not sure if this is a scientific fact. That said, most everyone I know has some sort of sleep issue. Your Fit Bit watch seems to give you some good info about your sleep pattern. Do physicians work with this data and make recommendations? SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-67901177856490508372019-09-08T16:18:18.946-07:002019-09-08T16:18:18.946-07:00For well over a month after retiring I slept bette...For well over a month after retiring I slept better than I had in decades. But planning a big trip put my head into a spin (capsule wardrobe, cat sitter, typing up important passwords for the kids...)so I've used ZzzQuil, children's dosage, on nights I know will cause trouble. It seems to work well over all. I try not to drink coffee or tea (always decaf) after 2 pm, but since there's been a chill in the air, I can't help myself. My version of counting sheep has always been to "redecorate" my favorite houses or apartments of mine or of friends or of relatives. Carol in VTAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-51035366270775915972019-09-08T13:37:12.237-07:002019-09-08T13:37:12.237-07:00Just got an adjustable split king-sized bed after ...Just got an adjustable split king-sized bed after many years on a queen. It is WONDERFUL, especially after sleeping on a wedge pillow to help with reflux. Now I just adjust the head up and sleep so much better. <br />I fully understand the feelings of aging, hard to realize the energy isn't going to increase! I'm learning to pace myself, work off a doable to-do list and do the most AM when I'm freshest. GrammaGritshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05626901828348845721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-29186027734856276582019-09-08T12:38:42.852-07:002019-09-08T12:38:42.852-07:00Oh I so agree with you. My 72 year old body is tel...Oh I so agree with you. My 72 year old body is telling me to slow down a bit and I and my 4 year old granddaughter don't like it. As for sleep patterns, since my husband died 2 years ago I have inherited his!! Another thing I do not like. I try yoga breathing when I wake at 4 in the morning and it does help sometimes. I also refuse to take medication hoping things will eventually right themselves. If I can stop the mind going into overdrive I sleep better. Maybe tonight will bring a breakthrough. Marilyn Lnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-34469328061306461152019-09-08T10:51:42.712-07:002019-09-08T10:51:42.712-07:00My sister and I were discussing this very thing no...My sister and I were discussing this very thing not too many days ago. We both have far less energy reserves than we once did, even though we are both fairly active. And catching a glimpse of oneself unaware in a reflective window or such? Horrifying. But I also agree that one's mental image and how old one feels internally, seem to be ageless. Not exactly young, but definitely younger. I have to keep reminding myself of my age because at times I fear I'll act inappropriately! Provided I haven't seen myself recently, of course. ;)<br /><br />The sleeping thing can be difficult. Too many aches and pains, and I've always been a light sleeper. But my doctor prescribed a simple meditation practice once a day for just 15 minutes. His instructions were easy, and it's made things a lot better. I was surprised, because I thought it would be much harder. But now all I need to get to sleep is a few deeper breaths. And if I awake at night, my worrisome squirrel brain is easier to quell. Usually. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13390128690819587573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-79022411702499807852019-09-08T10:48:22.587-07:002019-09-08T10:48:22.587-07:00My doctor does not want to prescribe anything for ...My doctor does not want to prescribe anything for me...he says that all are addictive.<br />I trust and respect his opinion so I am seeking out other methods...my grandmother was an avid reader and would read in bed when she woke at night...I think I would need tons of caffeine to keep me awak if I did that every night. I limint myslef to 2 coffees every morning and if I have tea of coffee later its alway a decaf. I tried melatonin years ago and persevered for several months with no results...I am happy that it works so well for you.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-37292405205348092832019-09-08T10:45:18.573-07:002019-09-08T10:45:18.573-07:00Your habit of the audio book sounds quite lovely.....Your habit of the audio book sounds quite lovely...my husband listens to a radio with ear buds..."white noise" and it helps him. I've never tried it.<br />I tried ear plugs once but I kept hearing my heart beat loudly in my ears! It sounded like thumping...too noisy for me...will continue to look for tricks that may work.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-3571508307521948032019-09-08T10:42:58.774-07:002019-09-08T10:42:58.774-07:00Yes those rest periods of which you speak are key ...Yes those rest periods of which you speak are key to accomplishing a lot in the daytime. Lack of sleep does wreak havoc on one's energy. 4 hours sleep would not be enough for me...I'd be a zombie, and would definitely need a nap during the day.<br />We must stay optimistic and not get bogged down by focusing on the negative.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-14950865074241415762019-09-08T10:40:09.605-07:002019-09-08T10:40:09.605-07:00I try to keep my eyes closed when I wake up in the...I try to keep my eyes closed when I wake up in the middle of the night...I usually can fall back to sleep but it can take quite awhile. I think if I focused on anything like naming the states I might wake up even more but as you mention it takes your mind off not sleeping. Anything simple and drug free is worth trying.<br />I may go back to the lavender spray that I used iwhen I was in menopause...hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-12763048113099482842019-09-08T08:52:23.167-07:002019-09-08T08:52:23.167-07:00I am 72 and have had terrible sleep disturbances f...I am 72 and have had terrible sleep disturbances for several years. My doctor put me on Ambien which was wonderful. I soon realized I was going to have to come up with another solution as that probably was not going to be prescribed for me forever. I started with melatonin and have worked myself up to 20 mg before bedtime. That seems to work quite well I don't have the episodes of waking up at 1 or 2 in the morning for 3 or 4 hours anymore either. I would say that you probably should not expect results within the first month that you start the Ambien unless you're very lucky. It took me several months to find out what my dose was. Let me add you must give up all caffeine.jerseygirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18202396677816685137noreply@blogger.com