Tips for Building a Pre-Sleep Routine

By Elena Fromer on September 29, 2022

Building a pre-sleep routine may help you regulate and improve your overall sleep quality.

Follow these simple steps from Dr. Aric Prather of the UCSF AME Center to start your new pre-sleep routine. For more tips, check out this instruction video below led by Dr. Prather himself! 

 

Tips for Building a Pre-Bed Routine

 
  1. Maintain a consistent time for waking up.
  2. Turn off digital devices 1-2 hours before bed.
  3. Take part in a relaxing activity, such as reading, to unwind from the day.
  4. Maintain a quiet, dark, and cool, environment for sleeping.