Are you having just as hard a time at sleeping as we are?

It's too warm, it's clammy, the kids are moaning, and come 1am everyone is still up and sweating. Yep, trying to sleep during a heatwave is hard, but hopefully with these tips it might make things a bit easier for you tonight:

Get rid of all duvets

If you still have the regular duvet on the beds, get rid of them ASAP. It's way too big and warm for anyone to be sleeping under. If you and the kids still want covers then opt to sleep under a single sheet or light blanket.

Keep water by your bed

Not only is is great for clearing out toxins in your body and skin, it can also help cool you. Bring up an icy cold pint glass of water with you when you head to bed and you'll be sorted for the night. Make sure the kids have some too so they won't be bothering you during the night.

Reverse hot water bottles

Put a bottle of water in the freezer and when it's frozen, wrap a tea towel around it for a reverse hot water bottle effect. Believe us, it sounds silly but your 4am sweating-self will thank you for it.

Change up your PJs

As tempting as it is to sleep in your underwear (or in the nip), keep your PJs on and opt for cotton as it lets your skin breathe and also allows for air circulation. Also, avoid silk, satin or polyester as they can make you SWEAT.  

Stay chill

Keep a cool head, mama! There's nothing worse than stressing out about sleeping, because you will then, in fact, not sleep. As frustrating as it is, try to let your mind wander and don't think about how hot it is... so then hopefully you will fall into a nice, long slumber.

Try sleep in separate beds

We know the deal. You and your partner are nearly suffocating sleeping beside each other, and then kid #1 comes in and by morning kid #2 and #3 are also in your bed. Try your best to sneak out and have everyone in separate rooms at night because body heat will build up and the whole house will be awake before you know it.