Sam Wood's sleep diary: 'Snez thinks it's hilarious'

Welcome to the 9Honey Sleep Diaries where we get people to share their sleep habits. From what puts them to sleep to what ruins their sleep, everyone's got a sleep story...

Next up we have Sam Wood, husband, father-of-three and founder of 28 by Sam Wood. Wood knows the benefits of a good night's sleep, even if his two youngest daughters don't.

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What time do you start to wind down for bed?

Usually at about 10pm. 

Do you have a pre-bed ritual?

I try to spend some quality time and have a good conversation with Snez once the kids are in bed. About half an hour before going to bed I get off devices and avoid blue light. I sometimes have a hot shower, too. That all takes about an hour, so I'm usually in bed around 11pm.

Who shares your bed?

It's a family affair! Obviously Snez, but we have a visitor named Willow about three times a week. 

What time do you wake up? 

Charlie wakes up at 6am, rain, hail or shine, so we're all up with her. 

What disturbs your sleep? 

The kids. I'm a heavy sleeper – heavier than Snez – but when you've got young children you don't sleep quite the same.

What do you listen to? 

There's nothing I really listen to at the end of the day. At one point, I tried to meditate before bed, but it suits me better to get that in during the day. 

What's your tip for getting a good sleep? 

Stability and structure. Try not eat heavy foods within a couple of hours of going to sleep, stay hydrated during the day, and sleep in a dark, quiet, cool room — that's a bit of a sticking point with Perth-born Snez. And you should always give yourself that wind-down period. 

What's your sleep position? 

I sleep on my side, but as I get older I'm trying to sleep on my back more. 

What do you wear to bed? 

Boxers.

What do you dream about? 

I dream quite a bit, but I don't remember much about them when I wake up.

Do you do anything to help you sleep better? 

That wind-down period. I haven't ever had much trouble with sleeping, so I've never tried anything special like supplements.

What gets you out of bed in the morning? 

The Charlie alarm clock – it's loud and clear.

Do you set an alarm? 

Out of habit I still do. It gets set for 6.30am, but I don't think I've woken up to it in three years. Snez thinks it's hilarious. 

Do you snooze? 

Every now and then on the weekend. I love falling asleep with Willow in her bed for a late morning nap. 

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