Clothing for the night at three o'clock
Short answer: At three o'clock in the night it is dark, quiet and often cool. If you wake up, the clothes should be soft, not catch, and be easy to change, so you can quickly fall asleep again.
When you wake in the middle of the night
Many people wake once or twice in the night, for example to go to the toilet or because they get warm or cold. That is perfectly common. The clothes should therefore not be in the way when you turn over or get up. Choose something soft and loose that does not wind around the body. Keep a thin extra layer or a cardigan by the bed so you can put it on if you feel cold on your way out of the bedroom.
Shorts for warm nights
If the nights are warm, or you tend to get warm when you sleep, shorts can be a good choice. They give the legs freedom and keep you cool. See bamboo shorts for women. Choose a soft waistband that does not pinch, and a length that does not ride up when you turn. Keep a thin duvet or a sheet to pull over you if the temperature drops towards morning. Put on socks if your feet get cold.
The sweatshirt for cold nights
If it is cold, or you need to get up and walk about, a sweatshirt can give the warmth you need. It is soft, warm and easy to put on and take off. See bamboo sweatshirt for women. Choose a style without thick drawstrings and a hood, so you can lie comfortably. Keep it by the bed so you can put it on in the dark, and lay it on the chair when you go back to bed. Take it off if you get too warm under the duvet.
The T-shirt as the quiet solution
A T-shirt is a simple solution that can be worn alone or with other layers. It is easy to change if it has turned damp, and it can be washed often. See bamboo T-shirt for women. Keep a clean T-shirt by the bed so you can change quickly if you have become sweaty. Choose a fit that is loose enough to sleep in, and a length that covers the lower back, so you do not feel cold across your back.
Calm and routines in the night
Keep the light dim if you need to get up, so it is easier to fall asleep again. Avoid screens and keep the temperature in the bedroom comfortable. Change your clothes if they have turned damp, and air the bedroom as soon as you can. Wash the nightwear at 30 to 40 degrees and leave out fabric softener. If you often wake with sweat or have difficulty sleeping, talk to your doctor. Clothes and temperature can help, but they are not a substitute for an assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What should I wear if I often wake in the night
Soft, loose clothes that do not wind around you, and an extra layer by the bed. Then you can quickly adjust the temperature.
How do I avoid feeling cold when I get up in the night
Keep a cardigan or sweatshirt by the bed and put on socks. It takes a few seconds and makes a big difference.
What do I do if I wake up sweating
Change into something dry and air the room. If it happens often, talk to your doctor.
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