Smart Nora Blogs

Apr. 23, 2020

3 DIY Headboards You Can Make Today!

Ready to give a touch of personalization in your bedroom? Even if you’ve never built a thing in your life, you can make your own DIY headboard—it’s easier than making a pie! The options are limitless but we’ve compiled our Top 3 DIY Headboard options for the beginner fixer-upper, so you can figure out what kind of headboard suits you and get the rest you deserve… in a room you’ve designed!

Apr. 15, 2020

What is Exploding Head Syndrome?

Likely caused by a disconnect in your REM and waking states, and one of the many strange ways our bodies cope with excessive stress, exploding head syndrome is a sleep disorder in which you hear a loud gunshot or bell-like sound right before you fall asleep. Have you ever experienced this sort of event? Like other parasomnias, it's likely all in your head, but the experience (and its consequences) can feel all too real.

Apr. 03, 2020

What is Shift Work Sleep Disorder?

Sleep is essential for a comfortable and healthy life. If your type of work demands late nights and long shifts—if you’re always tired, developing sleeping disorders, or having difficulty maintaining things—you might suffer from shift work sleep disorder. Shift work sleep disorder can negatively affect your circadian rhythm, making it difficult to maintain a healthy sleep schedule. What can you do to alleviate the difficulties of shift work?

Mar. 27, 2020

How Often Should You Replace Your Mattress

Sick of the squeaking of bedsprings or waking up sore? It might be time for a bed upgrade! But… How often should you replace your mattress? Every year? Every decade? No matter how you like to sleep, it’s important that your bed works for you—the answer is different for each mattress, but here’s a rule of thumb for when it’s time to upgrade, as well as some tips &amp; tricks to help extend your mattress’ life in the meantime.

Mar. 26, 2020

Understanding Different Types of Doctors

Most of us have heard the term “primary care doctor” or “family doctor,” but did you know that there are dozens of types of doctors, each with their own specialty and focus? We don’t always need their help, but when we do it’s imperative that we go to the right person! Here’s what different types of doctors have to offer and how they ended up there.

Mar. 19, 2020

Doxepin: Medication for Insomnia and Depression

Doxepin is a medication that is used primarily to treat depression, anxiety disorders, chronic hives, and specific sleep disorders like insomnia. What’s more—when taken at low doses to treat sleep problems, it has virtually no negative effects! Find out how doxepin went from an antidepressant to an all-star anti-insomnia treatment.

Mar. 13, 2020

Types of Beds and How to Pick One

Whether you’ve never shopped for one before or you’re looking to spice things up a bit, there are many types of beds to choose from when designing your dream bedroom. From the size to the style to the design, here’s a breakdown of 7 of the most popular types of beds so you can get started building out the perfect place to dream the night away.

Mar. 12, 2020

What Do Dogs Dream About?

If you’ve ever seen a dog sleeping, you’ll recognize that tell-tale twitch of the tail or paws while they dream. But wait… what do dogs dream about? Modern studies with EEG brain wave technology show that we can actually track what dogs dream about and, more interestingly, how the world around them influences those dreams. Next time your pup curls up to sleep, go ahead and wish them “sweet dreams,” because they’re most certainly having them.