A GOOD night’s kip is the one thing we can’t do without.

It’s National Sleep Week, so if you’re having problems getting enough shut-eye, these tips might help when it’s time for bed . . . 

It's National Sleep Week and we have five tips to help you get a better night's kip

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It’s National Sleep Week and we have five tips to help you get a better night’s kipCredit: Getty

HELLO DARKNESS: A dark, cool bedroom with blackout curtains is the best environment to get a proper night’s sleep.

If you can’t stretch to new curtains, try a sleep mask.

You can even make your own one using fabric scraps or an old T-shirt.

Try the video tutorial and free downloadable template at YouTube.com/@tillybuttons.

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ROOM SERVICE: Did you know the sound of rustling bed sheets can be enough to disrupt your sleep?

Hotels traditionally use sheets made from microfibre or cotton for a great night’s kip.

To celebrate National Sleep Week, Premier Inn is offering 30 per cent off its exclusive bedding bundles.

Have a look at premierinn.com/buy-our-bed.

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GO OFFLINE: Cultivate a calming bedtime routine by avoiding phone and TV screens 30 minutes before you hit the pillow, so your body has time to wind down.

White noise can help some people drift off, but also, search for the free Binaural Beats sleep playlists on YouTube.

Viral ‘sleepy girl mocktail’ helps people ‘sleep like a baby’

These playlists’ “delta frequencies” are said to help deepen our sleep.

HAVE A BANANA: Limiting caffeine and alcohol and taking gentle exercise during the day can help increase your nightly zeds.

Avoid a heavy meal right before bed and snack on a banana.

The fruit is rich in potassium which is said to promote a good night’s slumber.

You could also try a cup of new Aldi Sleep tea, £1.29 for 20 bags. The camomile and apple herbal tea is delicious.

BED SPREAD: A diet rich in magnesium or magnesium supplements may help promote better sleep.

Magnesium butter is growing in popularity as it can aid kip and also leaves your skin soft.

Try the Feather & Down Soothing Sleep Butter, on offer at Boots for £7.50, usually £10.

  • All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.

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A pack of four Happy Monkey smoothie is usually £2.30 at Tesco but is £1.75 with a Clubcard

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