Sleep Wellness Center

02/27/2026

Your bedroom temperature matters more than you think. Sleeping in a slightly cooler room, around 65°F (18°C), can help your body fall asleep faster and stay in deep, restorative sleep longer. Even in the middle of winter, when it’s cold outside, a cooler room supports better rest—just add cozy blankets to stay comfortable!

Try it tonight: Adjust your thermostat or use breathable bedding and notice the difference in your sleep.

02/25/2026

In-person or telehealth—either way, your sleep journey can begin! Once we receive your referral, our team builds a personalized sleep plan tailored to your needs, lifestyle, and sleep goals. Better rest starts with a simple step and a plan designed specifically for you. Let’s get started.

02/23/2026

We’re wrapping up our Love Your Sleep February series with a lighter note, because date night should end with good memories, not a restless night. While enjoying a great meal or a glass of wine is part of the fun, eating too much or drinking alcohol too close to bedtime can quietly disrupt your sleep.

Alcohol may help you feel sleepy at first, but it often leads to lighter, more broken sleep later in the night. It can reduce deep and REM sleep, increase awakenings, and relax throat muscles, making snoring or breathing issues worse. Pair that with a heavy meal close to bedtime, and your body stays busy digesting instead of fully resting, which can lead to discomfort, poor sleep quality, and next day fatigue.

Loving your sleep doesn’t mean skipping date night. It can be as simple as giving yourself a little time between dinner, drinks, and bedtime. Small choices like this can make a big difference in how rested you feel the next morning and how much energy you bring into the day.

Thanks for following along with our Love Your Sleep February series. Better sleep starts with awareness, and every small step counts.

02/19/2026

If you have been on social media, you have probably seen people talking about mouth taping as a way to sleep better. Mouth taping is meant to encourage nasal breathing during sleep, which can help reduce dry mouth, mild snoring related to mouth breathing, and improve comfort for some CPAP users. It is not a cure and it is not for everyone, but for the right person, it can be a helpful tool when used correctly and safely. We focus on evidence based sleep care. Trends can be interesting, but understanding what actually works for your sleep matters most.

Want to know what mouth taping can and cannot do and whether it might be right for you? Read the full blog on our website and follow along for more sleep education you can trust: https://sleepwellnessnd.com/what-is-mouth-taping-and-how-does-it-support-better-breathing-during-sleep/

02/17/2026

Today, we’re talking about how sleep affects the people you love most.🥰😅 While snoring might be common, it’s definitely not a love language. Poor sleep can show up in relationships through restless nights, separate bedrooms, irritability, and low energy, often leaving both partners feeling worn down.

When one person isn’t sleeping well, it can impact both of you. Snoring and untreated sleep issues like sleep apnea can disrupt rest night after night, making it harder to feel patient, present, and connected during the day. Sleep studies can help identify what’s happening during the night and guide treatment options that support better rest for you and your partner. Loving your sleep can mean sleeping better together and waking up with more energy for the moments that matter.

Follow along as we continue our Love Your Sleep February series and share ways to improve rest, health, and connection!

02/15/2026

Today we celebrate Jen Gompf and her incredible 20-year journey with our team. From her dedication to her positive energy, Jen has made a lasting impact on patients, colleagues, and our community. Jen, thank you for 20 years of passion, hard work, and making every day brighter. We’re lucky to have you!

02/14/2026

In honor of Valentine’s Day, our team shared why working in sleep health matters to them.🩵💤 It looks a little different for everyone, but at the core, it’s about helping people get better rest and feel better in their everyday lives. That’s why we love what we do!

02/11/2026

Working with rural communities is a big part of who we are. We know access to specialized care can be harder to come by outside of larger cities, and that is why outreach matters. Through partnerships with local clinics and providers, we help bring sleep education, diagnostic support, and treatment options closer to home. Strong rural communities deserve strong healthcare. We are proud to work alongside local teams to support better sleep, better health, and better quality of life for patients across our region.

If your clinic or practice is interested in partnering with us to expand access to sleep care in your community, we’d love to connect.

02/09/2026

Today, we’re talking about the connection between sleep and heart health, especially during Heart Health Month!❤️ Sleep plays a bigger role in your heart health than many people realize. When sleep is short or disrupted, your body stays in a more stressed state, which can raise blood pressure and put extra strain on your heart over time. Conditions like untreated sleep apnea can interrupt breathing during sleep, forcing your heart to work harder and increasing long-term health risks. Even small improvements in sleep can make a meaningful difference in how your body functions and how you feel during the day.

Loving your sleep also means protecting your heart, and learning more about your sleep is a powerful place to start. Follow along for more as we continue sharing simple ways to care for your sleep.

02/06/2026

Think better sleep starts at home? It sure can! Our home sleep studies make it easy for patients to get the answers they need without leaving their house. Using a simple, wearable device, we can monitor everything from breathing patterns to oxygen levels, heart rate, and movement throughout the night. It’s comfortable, convenient, and personalized so we can create a plan that helps patients sleep better and feel better.

Clinics and providers: refer patients today and help bring care closer to home. Together, we can make quality sleep accessible to everyone.

02/03/2026

If you’re feeling tired during the day, snoring at night, or waking up without feeling rested, your sleep may not be as healthy as you think. For many people, a home sleep study is the first step toward understanding what’s happening during the night.

At Sleep Wellness Center, home sleep studies offer a convenient, accurate way to evaluate sleep-related breathing issues without spending the night in a lab. Read our latest blog to know about how they work, who they’re for, and when they may be recommended:

Learn what a home sleep study is, how it works, who it’s for, and when it may help diagnose sleep apnea and other sleep issues.

02/02/2026

February is all about love, and this month we’re focusing on something that impacts every part of your health: your sleep. Getting enough sleep isn’t just about how long you sleep, but how consistently you sleep. One of the most powerful habits for better rest is going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This routine helps regulate your body’s internal clock, making it easier to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up feeling more refreshed. Over time, consistent sleep schedules can improve energy, focus, mood, and overall sleep quality.

If you’re struggling with fatigue, start small. Choose a realistic bedtime and wake time and stick with it. Loving your sleep starts with building habits your body can rely on. Follow along this month for more simple tips and tricks to improve your sleep.