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Gifts For Insomniacs

Useful gift ideas to help change poor sleep patterns, whether it's a pillowcase you rest your head on or listening to an author reading his book.

We've all been there, tossing and turning in the middle of the night, when the odd sleepless night becomes a habit. Here are some useful gift ideas to help change poor sleep patterns, whether it's a pillowcase you rest your head on or listening to an author reading his book. These tools will make those lonely hours that bit more bearable and chances are, once you've prepped a hot drink for a few nights running, you'll stop waking up. Well, it's worth a try anyway.
Aeyla

Aeyla

Sink into cloud-like comfort with Aeyla's Dual Pillow, offering a 2-in-1 design for the perfect balance of softness and support. Good for all sleep positions. The Dual Pillow, £69

Gingko

Gingko

With this Cube Click Clock, just click your fingers, clap your hands or gently tap your bedside table and the time, date and temperature will alternately appear for you in green LED colour. £29

Desmond & Dempsey

Desmond & Dempsey

Perfect pyjamas, featuring exclusive prints, hand painted in London and inspired by the albums and journals of the English adventurer. The perfect reason for going to bed. From £150

Amazon Launchpad

Amazon Launchpad

150,000 people are already falling asleep with Dodow, a metronome with a light system that reteaches you how to fall asleep naturally, without taking any medicine. £49.90

Shakti

Shakti

Soothe tired eyes in seconds with this eye pillow that mimics the feeling of a hug to help reduce stress. You can also cool it to add another dimension to your downtime. Eye Pillow, £15

Natpat

Natpat

Place sticker on your pyjamas and breathe in the specially crafted formulation of essential oils to bring on sleep. Sleep Promoting Stickers, 1 Pack of 24 Stickers, £15

Leapfrog Remedies

Leapfrog Remedies

Leapfrog SNOOZE chewable tablets support the nervous system with Lactium® & Lactoferrin (sourced from cow’s milk) and Vitamin B6. £34.99

Neom

Neom

Cleverly created to scent small spaces this Wellbeing Pod Mini is waterless and wireless to give you a wellbeing boost anywhere, anytime. Perfect Night's Sleep Waterless Pod Mini Starter Pack, £73

Audible

Audible

Listen to an audiobook and who knows you might nod off. Simply choose the subscription, download the app and over 200,000 books are waiting in your library to listen to anytime, anywhere. Three month subscription £23.99

Soak&Sleep

Soak&Sleep

Silk pillowcases are comfortable next to your skin, as the silk doesn't absorb moisture or beauty creams from your face and hair whilst you sleep. Perfect if you tend to overheat at night. Superking Housewife Pillowcase Pair, £80, now £68

The White Company

The White Company

A hot water bottle is essential kit for insomniacs and this long faux fur one is ultra luxurious, making you feel cosy and warm. Super Soft Faux Fur Long Hot, £45

Spacemasks.com

Spacemasks.com

Spacemasks warm and alleviate strain on your eyes, which in turn helps you calm down and relax your mind, preparing you for sleep. Available in a pack of five. £18.50

This Works

This Works

Prepare yourself for bedtime with this beautifully fragranced shower gel that calms the mind, promotes sleep and protects the skin. Now £15

Slipsilk

Slipsilk

Crafted from the finest mulberry silk, Slip's lightly cushioned navy eye mask is designed to sit softly against your face to block out light and prevent damage to the hair and skin. £60

L'Occitane

L'Occitane

This relaxing pillow mist made with essential oils, creates a calming atmosphere that promotes relaxation and well-being. £22.50

Headspace

Headspace

Calm mind, good night's sleep. Start to de-stress by meditating and Headspace is the app that can help. With programmes for various conditions, in just ten minutes a day, you can change bad habits. From £29.99 for three months

John Lewis

John Lewis

Preparation can pay off so why not make a hot drink and take it to bed with you, just in case. The Eva Solo Urban Thermo Flask can be clicked open with just one hand. £34.96