‘Tis the season of giving, and what better gift to give than the promise of a cozy, restful night’s sleep? We all know that person who treasures their zzz’s like gold, and this year, Essentia’s Holiday Gift Guide is here to make their dreams even dreamier! Let’s face it – finding the perfect present for …
It’s that time of year again to rekindle friendships and make new memories. There is nothing more rewarding than inviting family and friends to stay at your home during the holidays. With proper planning and staying organized, you can take the stress out and make the most of your time with loved ones. Before you …
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I can remember it like it was yesterday; both my adult sons came home for the holidays. That Christmas night we went out for a family dinner at our favorite local restaurant, we reminisced and laughed at all the good times. We came home, exchanged some gifts, and greeted “Rio”, our rescue dog from Puerto …
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As the New Year approaches, many of us are thinking about the changes and improvements we want to make in the coming year. We all want to be successful in our resolutions, but it is not always easy to stick with them. However, there is one key factor that can make a huge difference in …
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Pumpkin orange, squash yellow, and beetroot red are colors only seen during that fall. As leaves change to brilliant colors and days get shorter, the temperature gets cooler, and it signals a major change in the season. The autumn instinct to pack on the pounds is essential for the survival of many animals as they …
Fall into Hibernation: How the Season Change Affects Sleep Read More »
There is nothing better than going to a live sporting event, from football, basketball, and even baseball the excitement of watching these amazing athletes perform is palpable. And no sport is more exciting to watch at times than college sports, where you get to follow players from the beginning of their career to the big …
Sleep + Professional Athletes: How Does it Affect Performance? Read More »
Is it that time of year already? As we gear up for the end of summer, we’re going to be sharing with you our top back to school sleep tips. As moms and dads prepare their kids with a fresh haircut, new shoes, school uniforms, supplies, and all the fancy new gadgets to get your …
Across the globe, hot days are getting hotter and more frequent. The US went from an average of two heat waves per year in the 1960s to six per year during the 2010s. Heat waves are defined as a period of unusually hot weather that typically lasts two or more days and to be considered …
Summer Safety Tips: What Happens to Your Body in Extreme Heat? Read More »
According to the American Camp Association, there are more the 12 thousand summer camps in the United States with 7,000 overnight camps and 5000 day camps. That translated into more than 6 million children (about twice the population of Arkansas) and an additional 5 million adults attending camps each year. Summer camp is intended to …
Summer Camp is Back, Get Our Camp Survival Tips! Read More »
Summer is officially here and with it, the sweltering summer heat! Did you know it can actually be harder to sleep cool during the summer months? The heat and extra daylight can mess with your body’s circadian rhythm. Meaning you can have trouble falling asleep if you’re too hot and wake up too early which …
Sleep Cool this Summer & All the Time on A Cooling Mattress! Read More »
