Being a bride is one of the most
exciting and heartwarming days of a person's life, from 'will you
marry me?', to the run-up to the big day when the nerves kick in.
Pre-wedding jitters may be stopping you from getting the full
recommended eight hours, but as we know, beauty sleep is not a myth
and no one wants tired eyes on such a big day.


Silentnight's sleep expert, Dr Nerina Ramlakhan,
says: "Getting married is such an important and significant time in
someone's life, but it can bring with it a level of stress, which
consequently can lead to a lack of sleep". 

Here Dr Nerina, shares her five top
tips to help brides-to-be sleep well in the weeks before their
wedding day.

Eat healthily - especially

To help us sleep as well as possible, especially when
serotonin and melatonin in our system. Eating foods such as
boost these hormone levels. Most brides will be conscious of what
they are eating in the build up to the big day  but during the
rush of planning, many will forget to eat breakfast. Eating
breakfast within 30 minutes of rising stabilises metabolism, blood
sugar and melatonin production.

Reduce caffeine and alcohol

Caffeine and refined sugars, which are found in
it actually disrupts sleep and is associated with more frequent
awakenings and night sweats.

Try getting an early night

quality and increases the chances of a great sleep the night before
your wedding.

Keep calm

Despite the pressure, the main thing
about getting a good sleep. Focus on resting well and even if you
don't manage to sleep well that night it won't have any significant


try a simple breathing technique. Kundalini breathing is
forcefully through the lips, and exhale through the nose for two

For more sleep tips from expert, Dr Nerina, visit Silentnight
Sleep Toolkit.