Here is an alarm clock that comes to mind perhaps when I was still a tot. But now it seems that the clock has been redesigned and re-issued, something that will certainly come in handy by your bedside or for people who want to make sure that they are woken up even in the outdoors.

The clock offers a simple yet functional design although the redesigned face seems to be a far cry from the first ones that came out. A case of over-redesign and decision to turn to cheap Chinese manufacturing?

All that aside, the clock does offer the simplest way to put it to use. So if you are looking for a simple alarm clock (assuming you don’t care much about design), the Braun BNC400 Alarm Clock Lightning should be a safe choice although you may likely go for something with better designs.

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They just get cookier and weirder when it comes to coming up with oddly designed sleeping bags these days. But seeing the Slice of Pizza Sleeping Bag seems to be made to make you hungrier than sleepier.

Although it is just a slice of pizza design, who knows how this sleeping aid can spur up anyone’s appetite, both young and old. It comes complete with topping (which are actually serve as neat alternative to pillows in case you don’t have one to go) but more importantly looks to be made to offer the necessary snuggling people would want to have when using it indoors or outdoors.

Regardless of where you want to use it, the Slice of Pizza Sleeping Bag is available from B Fiber and Crafts for about $250.

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea may very well be one of the problems that beseech people these days but if the medical experience by this lady who had been suffering from it is any indication, robotics may soon provide a big boost towards curbing down the sleep apnea problem a lot of people have.

Dorothy Bruhling, 75, had been having rough spells with OSA which may grow serious for some people if they are not careful. But thanks to some medical referrals, Dorothy was able to meet up with Dr. Robert DeFatta, an otolaryngologist who eventually suggested a surgical approach with the aid of the da Vinci robot to remove a discovered obstructive tissue that was interfering with her breathing.

After keeping Dorothy for two nights for observation purposes, she shared that after the surgery that she had not slept that good for two nights in a row.

“All patients after they heal feel so much better,” said DeFatta, who has performed more than 40 base of tongue resections. Bruhling was the first in Wisconsin, he added.

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Here is another cool plush pillow that people may want to have when they go to bed. This is the Soft Kitty Big Bang Theory Plush Pillow, something that should offer the needed comfort when you want to lie down and get some shuteye.

While we have seen a lot of similar plush pillows through the years, here is perhaps the latest one among the ones available in the market that will be a welcome addition to any bed or even a sofa. The Soft Kitty Big Bang Theory Plush Pillow is available at various outlets with prices ranging between $30 to $35.

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Normally, parents would have to place babies in the proper positions for body or head shaping purposes, or simply to make sure that infants get the ideal position that suits them most when it comes to sleeping. And all that may be satisfied by the Jolly Jumper Deluxe Sleep Rite Infant Sleep Positioner, something that costs around $18 over at Amazon.com.

However, while this sleep positioned does seem comfortable thanks to the fabrics and foam construction that make it up, it would be advisable for folks to still keep an eye on the child. Babies have their share of having limited movement and lacking in strength when they start tossing and turning. And for some cases, that may lead to suffocation if they are left unattended.

The Jolly Jumper Deluxe Sleep Rite Infant Sleep Positioner may seem neat to have for babies but parents should also know better that these aids aim to help kids sleep but not necessarily left on their own.

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At the rate that the weather changes these days, there is no denying that the need for a reliable blanket will be a critical need. And to add some new features to the common blankets would certainly be neat, something that the Intelligent Blanket brings as designed by Helena Loermans.

Ideal for places with extreme cold climates, these blankets are hand-woven and avoid heat accumulation by directing moisture outwards while also providing the necessary warmth during cold weather. Babies are bound to be the great beneficiaries from these lush blankets, perhaps leading to better sleeping to which babies are known to be delicate for.

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Going over some blogs, I found this curious post over at Tech Crunch. Presumably it seems to be something that was intended to be a joke, considering that the Tech Crunch HQ claims that sleep is not among the things that are in mind when working over there.

However, this brings us to think, sleep is indeed essential and although some may deny it, a few minutes of nap time does help in the productivity area, something shared by one of the commenters over there.

Everything started from a simple email with NapQuest on the subject. The whole thing seems to be an excerpt from special rooms designed for some people who work over 8 hours a day to take some nap or so.

While some may find it hilarious, on the health aspect, the request does seem reasonable. Either that or go home early. Then again, that would mean more pressure at work or allowing the company operations to suffer due to lack of work done for the day.

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Bed sheets and sets would normally be a great way to aid in one’s sleeping endeavours but the Never Sleep Alone Bed Set may not necessarily do that. In fact, this bed set seems to be unadvisable for the kids who want to sleep soundly at night, no thanks to its creepy design which may lead them to sleeping somewhere else.

Anyway, the Never Sleep Alone Bed set offers an uncanny and weird design, featuring printed Zombie arms which may bring trauma to anyone afraid of the undead. On the other hand, for the people who live in the extremes and odd scenarios, a night light may eventually help negate such negative vibes.

The Never Sleep Alone Bed Set retails for about $138.55 over at Etsy. Weird but certain to be a hit with the ones who want to sleep on the wild side with some scary twists.

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For the workers who may lack sleep and want to catch some Zzz’s at work, here is another pillow that should help you out when you want to take short naps during breaks. While we have seen a lot of different pillows made for people to use anywhere, the Dictionary Desk Pillows should be fit for people tied up in offices or even in schools.

The pillow should be perfect for the avid workaholic, something you can get for around $80. It features a paper case to make it look smarter than a standard pillow, perfect for those sleepy spells once employees are allowed to do so during breaks.

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For people who turn to reading to get them drowsy and eventually fall into deep slumber, here is a lamp you can consider. The Cinna Lamp was designed by Francois Rybarczyk, something neat to have by your bedside when you don’t want the glaring lights that may ruin your intent to sleep easier.

The lamp comes in an opaque-shaped shell that reveals a subtle glow. The lighting is adjustable and the lamp is made using a combination of ceramics and cork. Simple and modern, this is one lamp that should aid people who want to read themselves to sleep.

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Here is another potential device that should aid you in your sleep problems. With the aid of an iPhone, all you need is the Lark Wristband and then you can hook it up to serve as an alarm clock, a sleep coach and a sleep monitor.

All these things were made possible through a micromotion sleep pattern sensor and makes use of a data tracking method called actigraphy to help measure people’s sleep patterns to reportedly about 85 to 95 percent accuracy.

All one has to do is download the Lark Up app from the iTunes store and the band’s hardware will automatically connect with your phone and update your sleeping habits onto your phone every morning

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Here are some more neat pillow creations for you, something that may be made more than just hugging. These are the Light Up Moonlight Pillows, something that should come in handy for people afraid of the dark or the ones wanting a handy glow to guide them just in case they are the ones who habitually get up at night.

The pillow renders an illuminating and colourful spectrum, somewhat like a lunar rainbow which should all the more contribute to your sleeping spells. The colors change in a fluid motion, similar to that of how it happens inside lava lamps. This furry pillow is like a hybrid between a teddybear and nightlight. It is powered by a battery pack and turns on when tapped.

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Here is another potential addition for your bedroom and sleeping needs. More pillows are what picky sleepers would normally turn to and one that differentiates them from one another would be that of design.

And for the ones who put premium on detail, the Log Pillow should be something cool to consider. This is a log shaped pillow that boasts of custom-contouring micro-bead filling and is capped with a polyester/ spandex cover.

The Log Pillow can be easily cleaned with a damp pillow and stands to be a great one to have as well in case you are the outdoor loving type.

The Log Pillow costs about $25 over at Firebox in case you want one.

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In what has to be a device that will certainly get you out of bed and on your feet, the Megaphone Alarm Clock should be a blaring solution to alert anyone who may still be groggy and sleeping soundly. The alarm clock which is available from the Museum of Modern Art Store, may throw you off track with its look. But mind you, looks can be deceiving.

The clock features 10 decibel beeping alarms and comes with a backlight too. Other features include a host of buttons at the back. The Megaphone Alarm Clock retails for about $45, an insane solution if all other alarm clocks still fail.

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What is the first thing that you would automatically look for once the alarm sounds off? Coffee? Tea? Well for sure, some would want something hot to kick of their day. And while alarm clocks would normally be around, the Wake Up Alarm Clock and Hot Water Dispenser is a neat multifunctional solution that should set your day right.

With this device, not only do you wake up to the alerts of the alarm it renders, hot water is immediately made available to you. So for people who are always in a rush, the Wake Up Alarm Clock and Hot Water Dispenser should save you some time in the morning.

The dispenser carries a capacity of up to 700 ml while a non slip base makes sure that there is stability for your cup/s.

The Wake Up Alarm Clock and Hot Water Dispenser is available at Amazon UK for about £44.99

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Lately we have been seeing a lot of devices that aim to wake you up but in a better way. And for the GEAR4 Renew Sleepclock, it goes way beyond simply going off and pulling you out of bed. The device also comes with a feature which measures your sleep and get you out of bed in a timely manner.

Of course you will need an Apple device like an iPod, iPhone or an iPad too. The device stands to educate one on sleep efficiency, helping you understand and adjust your sleep habits so that you are then able to chart out your sleep data over time in order to sleep better.

The GEAR4 Renew Sleepclock is set to come out this March and will run for about $199.95 a pop.

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This is not the first time we have seen a multi-purpose but functional piece for the home but it seems that the Bed 42 was made for people with small spaces or the ones who require productivity.

The Bed 42 features a bed and a desk rolled into one. It is made entirely of wood where the integrated desk acts as a support for the weight of the bed frame. The Bed 42 stands to save you some space since it can become a sleeping solution and a workstation, depending on your need.

The Bed 42 was designed by Manada and was officially recognized by the German Design Council, taking home the 2012 Interior Innovation Award.

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Here is something that should get you up from bed in a more subtle manner. Using an old tradition of balancing with water, Veri Wiedermann of Austria offers the Dreamtime alarm clock that should wake you up in the gentlest manner you can even imagine.

The water-powered alarm clock uses chimes which should be a great way to get you out of bed, allowing you to wake up from deep slumber without the ranting and irritating way the alarm clocks normally do.

All users have to do is pour water into one glass bowl where it will in turn drip silently from one bowl to another. Time is measured organically. As the top bowl gets lighter, it rises and finally lets a hammer fall. Bouncing between the two bowls, the alarm lets out a smooth, singing chime that will put any clock radio to shame.

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Here is another cool night light to have for anyone who may be afraid of the dark or constantly gets up in the wee hours for one reason or another. This time we have the Batman Night Lights, something that should technically keep the kids or even the grownups have a feeling of security when darkness falls.

The Batman nigh light features the familiar logo of the caped crusader that is encased in a round cylindrical casing. It comes with an automatic sensor that allows the night light to activate once the room gets dark and without much effort of turning it on or off as people would have to do.

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You may have probably heard or read somewhere that lack of sleep is likely to be tied up with obesity and today we find an interesting highlight that may sort of explain the whole issue. Ordinarily, lack of sleep may make you think you are forced to eat less with the notion that you would prefer to sleep than eat. But an experiment proved otherwise.

Apparently the trick was done using some photos of food on 12 normally weighted men. They did not sleep and after some scans showed a high level of activity that is associated with hunger. They were reportedly hungrier even without sleep compared to the ones who got some nap.

The heightened desire to eat is what the scientists call “Hedonic Stimulus Processing”. So if you want some good advice, try to get some sleep and forget that notion of sleeping over eating when needed. It may make a difference in calories, especially if you are trying to lose weight.

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We all know how handy blankets are for people, especially the kids when bedtime comes. They are either used as an aid to fend off the colder climates or at times, used for some sort of security or something to hold on to help them go to sleep.

Normally, lucky kids would not go through the trouble of asking a blanket from their parents but for the less fortunate, here is a cause that deserves attention. Children anywhere in the world are given a free blanket each time a blanket is bought through Happy Blankie.

The cause was founded way back in 2008 by a 7 year old child named David Holdridge in an effort to entice donations for needy kids. The whole thing is not limited to blankets though. It also includes stuffed toys too. All this from a seven year old…Bravo!

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Don’t look now but it seems that another area of concern tied up with the problem of sleep apnea seems to be that of deafness or hearing loss. The discovery was courtesy of a study from Japan, wherein sudden deafness was more likely traced to that of a previous diagnosis of sleep apnea.

Hence, it is advisable to have yourself checked for sleep apnea just in case you incur such sudden hearing losses. The bad part about it is on determining if sleep apnea treatment can also address the deafness issue.

It may be possible that sleep apnea, which is known to increase the buildup of plaque in blood vessels, could affect vessels in areas of the brain that control hearing, or vessels that feed the nerves responsible for hearing.

But it looks like the study needs more evidence to support the claim. Just the same, it would be best to go to a specialist to determine if deafness and sleep apnea are indeed tied up.

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Most people nowadays are busy trying to burn those excess calories solicited from the just concluded Holidays and while many feel that exercise and cutting down the food intake is all that it takes to do so, hold on a second.

While controlling food intake and exercise may do that, do not forget the most important factor of all – SLEEP. Studies have shown that people would need 7.5 to 8.5 hours of sleep to truly reap the benefits of dieting.

Studies have demonstrated that lack of sleep leads to an increase in the hormone ghrelin (which tells the body to eat) and a decrease in the hormone leptin (which tells your body to stop eating).

Paired with a reliable bed and doing away with the vices like TV, do not overlook the value of sleeping properly. It may play a big difference when it comes to dieting and your overall health of course.

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Athletes need to ensure that they are healthy and fully charged most of the time and sleep is a critical factor on being able to do so. Apparently some key things have been itemized by Yahoo Sports, most of which seem to be basic but otherwise important if any athlete would want to churn out 100% positive performance any day.

Among the ways mentioned include the following:

1. Go to bed and wake up early
2. Take daily power naps
3. Do light stretches before going to bed
4. Cut down on Caffeine

While these factors were reportedly aimed for athletes, normal people would be wise to follow them as well. As we see a lot of people trying to resolve their varied sleep disorder problems, these additional facts should as well be useful. Just make sure you don’t overdo the nap part ok?

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Every now and then, people who may have experienced something bad or perhaps are in a bad mood would be normally told to sleep on it. But according to a study, it seems that such situations do have certain degrees. When an experience becomes truly tragic or traumatic, it is best to try and stay awake for the time being since sleeping on it may lock bad memories and in general, be emotionally harmful.

The folks over at the University of Massachusetts did such an experiment on 100 healthy adults. They were shown unsettling images and scenes initially which they rated. After about 12 hours, they them again, with about half of the group sleeping during the break while the other half did not.

The who stayed awake for 12 hours had a weaker emotional response to the unsettling images the second time around, suggesting sleep serves to preserve and even amplify negative emotions. Their memories were also weaker than those of their well-rested counterparts, as they struggled to remember whether they had seen the images before.

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For the people who want to be woken up in style, the Good Morning Sir Alarm Clock should be another handy solution to drag you out of deep slumber. The clock features a Jeeves-like voice which will wake you up at your desired time, something that should add color and class for people seeking loyalty and respect in a manner of speaking.

The clock comes with over 120 sound voices from Stephen Fry, witty phrases that should be odd and respectable enough to get anyone out of bed in a jiffy. It comes in a male and female version, the latter being the Madam Alarm Clock.

The clocks are available from ThinkGeek for about $70.

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For the people who find themselves wanting to get some shuteye in odd areas, the Hi-Macs Sleepbox may be something bizarre and helpful you may come across with. The Sleepbox was designed by Casper Lohner, a unique piece of furniture that comes in an odd shape that will initially put you in doubt as far as the comfortable sleeping spells you may want to endure in.

The Sleepbox seems to be designed for public places. It is made of MDF fabric that is structured into an odd shape with the help of a vacuum membrane. As you will depict from the image above, comfort is pretty far off for people who want to get sensible sleep. But then again do remember that the Sleepbox was made to satisfy temporary sleeping spells for the people who want to catch some shuteye, a good idea considering that you don’t want to get caught sleeping for longer periods especially when you see one of these things in public.

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Pillows will give you a good night’s sleep but for some, it may not always be the case. But with some tweaks and turns, pillows may yet bring the level of sleeping with pillows up a notch such as this one made by Innvo Labs.

The company has come up with a new prototype pillow that works for people who sleep in different angles. The trick was made possible through the inflating and deflating air chambers of the self adjusting robot pillow, something that should make it better for an individual to sleep.

Called the Intellipillow, it also comes with a pump that can be placed a couple of feet away from people to ensure no disturbance of whatsoever. The intelliPillow is however still in the works but word has it that it will cost around $250 to $300, unofficially.

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GEAR4 has announced that they will be coming out with a new iOS accessory called the Renew SleepClock in the U.S. by March, 2012. And while the price tag of $199 seems a bit steep, wait until you check out the features it comes with which should make it a whole lot reasonable.

This includes two sensors that will monitor breathing and movement which should help log sleep cycles for people who want to monitor their sleep.

The monitoring is done through a non-contact sensor which aside from monitoring will also determine when users are asleep to wake up people at the right time. Other features include a fading playlist, multiple alarm chime settings and an app that will monitor a person’s sleep patterns. With sounds from the radio, iPod playlists, or even gentle and calming sounds are all available.

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Babies need proper sleep but pollution, both air and noise, may hinder a child’s well-deserved sleep at times. However, thanks to designer Elodie Delassus, the Cocoon Baby Pillow may be a big help towards addressing such concerns, one that should help keep out the loud noises and maintain the proper breathable air for babies at any time.

The Cocoon Baby Pillow features an advanced state-of-the-art technology to go with a HEPA air filtration system. It also has an air particle ioniser which should be of great help as far as keeping loud sounds and contaminated particles away for sleeping tots. From the looks of it, the Cocoon Baby Pillow should be a healthy solution for babies, something that may be of great use to adults in the future as well.

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Here is another device that should be useful for people who want to keep a close watch on their health and their sleep patterns. The Basis Wrist Monitor is a handy gadget made to help monitor a person’s heart rate and sleep patterns without the inconvenience that some other devices carry.

Aside from that, it can also aid you in monitoring your burned calories, something definitely worth having for the health buffs. That and some other queer stuff that seems to be surprising for this portable device, the Basis Wrist Monitor was made to make healthy living a whole lot comfortable and worry-free.

The band is also customizable and water resistant that makes it lush for people enduring in daily healthy activities. The Basis Wrist Monitor is now available for pre-order here.

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Here is another wacky sleep mask alternative for people who want to endure sensible sleep. Though having a comfortable sleep mask would be enough to make sure that people would be rid of brightness or the lights when they want to, the Night Owl Sleep Masks should be something cooky enough for people wanting to add some color to their sleep aid needs.

The sleep masks are shaped like that of an owl’s eyes, coming in 6 different colors that should fit any person’s theme preference. They are made from polyester fleece which should make sure that you get the proper comfort when you want it.

The Night Owl Sleep Masks are available from Neatoshop.com for about $8.95.

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During the last Holiday season, a lot of us may have been given calendars or alarm clocks or both. Ideally, these would be great on your office table or perhaps by your bedside, a reference device that should keep you up to date and on your feet when needed.

But rather than get one of each, here is a quirky looking concept clock and calendar, one that should save on space and be useful to anyone who wants to keep track of time and dates. This is called the Calenclock, something from designer Ken Lo. The concept piece was designed for Antalis and mixes and matches 12 months of the year as well as the 12 hours you would find on a clock.

Packaged and neat, this should be something handy as well to bring along, especially for the constant travelling individuals.

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I remember a very long time ago when Hello Kitty had these large pillows which were meant to provide additional comfort and sleep aid to my sister. They were simple made with the whole intent of simply satisfying and enticing little kids go to sleep.

Today we spot another one of those large Hello Kitty plush pillows, vastly improved. Measuring 16x14x4 inches, this plush pillow is made from 100% polyester fiber bearing a clear resemblance to that of the popular Hello Kitty face.

The pillow should be perfect for naps and perking up your bed or sofa. The Hello Kitty Plush Pillow is available from Hot Topic for about $24.

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Here are some great slippers for you. Use them when you are getting around the home or have them on standby once in bed in case you are the type who would get up during certain moments of the night.

These are the Hello Kitty White Plush Slippers, another Hello Kitty collectible for the fans of the Hello Kitty fame. The slippers stand to keep your feet warm, featuring a cute little white lace to go with the trademark red bow and yellow nose. They are made from 100% polyester and should be cozy enough for people in places with the coldest climates.

The Hello Kitty White Plush Slippers are available from Hot Topic for about $19.50.

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Here is a cute little alarm clock for you, one that makes sure you are not woken up abruptly. Rather than the annoying chimes, this alarm clock chirps to wake you up, also coming with a featured vibrating pillow case which should really get you up on the right side of bed.

The clock comes in a sleek design and a curved tray which should be dandy to place small items. Available over at Quirky for around $18, the said clip stops vibrating when you insert it back in its base but the nice thing about the setup is that if you fail to do so within a certain time, an actual audible alarm will sound as backup.

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When it comes to giveaways or gifts coming your way, there will be surely some companies or stores that would be giving and suggesting some modern and dandy looking alarm clocks for you use. And thanks to Japanese technology once more, here is a lush clock you may wish for called the Enso Pearl Clock.

The Enso Pearl Clock should be fit for the office although having it by your bedside doesn’t seem like a bad idea. The clock is slim and carries the usual LCD display, all placed in a simple circular shaped clock that delivers a precise and clear idea on the time that has elapsed.

You can set up to 50 sequential times, and if you opt to exercise with your eyes closed, fret not – the Enso will deliver audio cues to help you out, relying on the gentle chimes of Tibetan or Japanese singing bowls.

The Enso Pearl Clock retails for about £79.99.

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Still wondering why a good night’s sleep makes a big difference? Well, perhaps this keynote from Jessa Gamble can somehow brief you on the reason why. Health is an immediate answer for this of course but if you want a more straight-to-the-point explanation, one of the things that will be affected is your body clock.

Sharing her research with some folks, Jessa bares how quality rest time is a key element to productivity and more importantly one’s health.

Jessa bares that the sleeping patterns of people living in environments without any artificial light at all experience true wakefulness during non-resting hours due to the high quality of sleep they get in the evening.

Hence, Jessa Gamble appeals to her audience and concerned readers that in a time of 24-hour business days, longer work periods and night shifts, we should somehow offset the damaging effects these instances would have on our body.

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There are a lot of photography geeks out there and for the one who have gone as far as collecting camera-related collectibles, here are some pillows made for you. They are pillows which carry designs taken from vintage cameras, painted on canvasses which should be neat to add to your bed or couch.

Actually, it was the Vintage Amica Eyelux camera was used as a model for this collection. The items have different shapes and sizes, which may trigger the idea of decorating a themed-style room. The pillows go great in a modern and minimalist interior, adding a contrasting vintage touch.

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It takes a big setback to somehow wake anyone up to reality and alertness and for Arianna Huffington, perhaps sharing a past ordeal or experience can be a wakeup call of sorts for people who deprive themselves of sleep.

Sharing how she suffered an accident traced all the way to lack of sleep, Huffington reiterates the importance of getting the proper amount of sleep. Apparently her talk was aimed to wake up the working class, most of which sacrifice sleep to supposedly provide some semblance of productivity in the financial aspect.

Sadly, while this may hold true at times, health is something that cannot be taken for granted. And for people who do not want to learn the hard way, the best thing is to perhaps think about getting the right amount of sleep above anything else which will eventually lead to one’s improved productivity.

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The Holidays or the season for drinking and feasting may be over but this doesn’t mean the drivers who may eventually find themselves a bit sleepy on the roads are over. And to welcome the new year, here is something neat from Japanese company Juki, something you can mount on the driver’s seat whose intent is to alarm the driver in cases where he is about to doze off.

The solution is called the Anti-Sleep Driver Seat Sheet or the Sleep Buster. It does the trick by measuring the signals from the heart and aorta through a built-in sensor.

A piece of software called “Human Tachometer” then visualizes the condition of the driver on a controller.

The Sleep Buster is set to retail next month, priced at about US$2,000 in Japan. This includes the controller, sheet and the power module. No word yet of a U.S. release.

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Floppy disks are more or less passé but as far as their designs are concerned, they can be a great idea for pillow casings or in this case, pillows. These are classic retro pillow designs you can surely place in your room, especially if you are the computer geek or wiz.

These cute throw pillows should be nifty to have in your bedroom or even by the sofa, featuring unique illustrations of the prehistoric floppy disks we all remember using to save those precious documents and files before the CD era.

The Mini Floppy Disk Pillow is available from Shana Logic for about $18 if you want one.

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Sleeping soundly may be done in various ways and perhaps making use of “different” pillow cases can help. While they may not seem important for most, preferring to have dull and simple covers as long as their pillows are comfy and cozy, add some spice to your sleeping ordeal with these Magazine Cover Pillows.

Other than offering you a different design when you lay your head on the pillow, it comes with a minimal twist, allowing you to place your head in the middle and somehow make you look as if you are on the magazine cover. So if you wanted to appear in Playboy or Time, here is your chance!

Regardless, the design seems to be something cool to consider. The Magazine Cover Pillow cases are available from Infmetry for about $24 a pop.

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Here are some blankets that should come in useful. Especially for places with colder climates this Holiday season, here is something made for the women of all ages. They are the Hello Kitty Blankets with sleeves, something nice to have when you are feeling cold and handy if you are the type who wants to be warmly secured wherever you may go.

The blankets come with hoods and sleeves, making them as flexible as they come and wherever you may find yourself sleeping. They are available in two variants.

The Hello Kitty Red Cozy Throw with Sleeves are available from Hot Topic for about $28.50 while the Hello Kitty Panda Blanket with Sleeves are available for about $21.38 a pop.

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Here is another neat solution for the sleepyheads who have a hard time getting up from sleep. While alarm clocks have their way of waking you up emphatically, the Lumie Body Clock Starter carries something saner.

This is of course through its feature which slowly wakes you up over a half-hour period by simulating the sunrise or beep just in case you have pillows or earplugs used to enjoy a stress-free and non-disturbing slumber. A bonus comes in a nightlight, something that should come in handy in case you are the type who gets up at night to grab a bite or head on to the john.

You can get the Lumie Body Clock Starter over at Firebox for about $93.

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Sleeping soundly may take more than just comfy cushions and for the people who travel or are looking to experience better sleep, the Airweave Portable Sleeping Mattress may just do the trick.

This is a mattress that was designed to absorb and diffuse your body pressure once sleeping. It features 3D resin springs that were made with room for ventilation and insulation. The mattress can be easily washed and its portability makes it cheekier to bring along in case you want to make sure you get needed sleep even when you are on the go.

All you have to do is put it on top of your regular bed, mattress or futon and then you can benefit from a highly enhanced sleeping experience anywhere!

The Airweave Portable Sleeping Mattress is available over at the Japan Trend Shop for stiff $1,193.

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Just like round the clock workers, police personnel have their share of working on shifts as well. The study consisted of police officers participating in either an online or an on-site screening (n = 4,957) and monthly follow-up surveys (n = 3,545 officers) between July 2005 and December 2007

The study revealed that about 40.4% of the participating cops were found positive for the said sleep disorder. 33.6% of that were found positive for obstructive sleep apnea and 6.5% suffering from insomnia.

Apparently the shifting issue can be singled out as the culprit. A change in the regular body clock does have dire effects and from the looks of it, even the cops are not spared. Let us hope though that the margin for error does not get imperiled by all of this too.

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A person’s sleeping period may be the best time to nourish a person’s hair or skin, something that perhaps only women can easily relate too. Although we often wonder how females are able to maintain their look, it seems that the secret is all done when they are resting their laurels.

And to make it all easier, perhaps this Night Steamer Beauty Sleep device will all the more make sure that their skin and hair get the proper care while they are getting their beauty rest.

The Panasonic EH-SA41 Night Steamer Beauty Sleep is simply placed next to the bed which goes to work by applying the different moisturizing techniques that go to work while you are asleep.

The night steamer runs quietly and can hold up to 90 ml of water. It emits 2.5ml of steam per minute and runs on AC100V. The Panasonic EH-SA41 Night Steamer Beauty Sleep is available over at the Japan Trend Shop for about $436.

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When it comes to sleeping on the side of bed, it seems that there is more than choosing which side to sleep on when couples are concerned. While most partners have their own setup on which side to sleep on, studies show that sleeping on the left side account for a happy and stress-free life.

Apparently a study showed that people sleeping on the left side responded that they were calmer than others who found themselves in crisis.

Those sleeping on the bed’s right side more often tend to wake up in a bad mood, the survey found, adding that people who prefer the left side of the bed tend to have more confidence and are more likely to be in permanent employment than those preferring the right side.

The survey was done by the Premier Inn. Taking into account the study, would you now change the side where you would be sleeping (assuming you are on the right side of course)?

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For some folks, turning off the light helps in putting their toddlers to sleep. But the problem perhaps lies in instances where the baby would cry in the dark, sometimes even when the parents are in deep trance.

However thanks to technology, here is something that may help. This is the Voice Activated Crib Light with Womb Sounds, an advanced gadget which you can easily attach to your baby’s crib and at the same time soothe or attend to your child temporarily.

Three colored lights turn on when your baby cries, beginning a cycle that follows a certain calming pattern. It also features some recorded womb sounds that can lull your child back to sleep and a 10 minute slight/sound period to bring them back to dreamland.

The device requires 4 AA batteries to run and is available from Thinkgeek for about $15.

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