Health/Selfcare

Your child’s sleep requirements: how much sleep do kids need?

Children’s sleep requirements play a critical role in their development and well-being. As a parent, it is therefore important to know how many hours of sleep your child needs to ensure that they are healthy and can get through the day feeling well-rested. In this article, we talk about how long children sleep on average at what age, how you can find the optimal sleep routine for your child and what you can do if they sleep too little or too much.

November 20, 2024 • 5 min reading time

When the silence gets too loud: Does falling asleep with music promote sleep?

For many people, falling asleep in complete silence is a challenge. The head is still full of thoughts, and every little noise is suddenly perceived as very loud. This is where falling asleep with music can be a wonderful solution. The right sounds create a calming atmosphere and can make the transition to sleep easier. But does sleeping with music really improve the quality of sleep? And which sounds are the right ones?

October 31, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Laugh while sleeping: What laughter at night means

Have you ever woken up from a funny dream and found yourself laughing? To laugh while sleeping is a fascinating experience that many people have observed in themselves or in others. But what does it actually mean when you laugh or giggle out loud in your sleep? Or when your bed partner suddenly has a big grin on their face in their sleep? Is it a sign of good dreams? In this article, you will find out why people laugh in their sleep, what the causes can be and whether laughing at night should be a cause for concern.

October 23, 2024 • 4 min reading time

Improve sleep quality: 10 tips to sleep better

Good sleep is crucial for health and well-being. This is particularly noticeable in people who have difficulties falling asleep and staying asleep. They often feel exhausted during the day and are often less productive. Fortunately, there are a number of tips that can help you improve your sleep quality and sleep more restfully.

October 22, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Sleeping with the light on? Why you better not turn on your night light!

Do you remember that during a certain phase of your childhood, you could only sleep with a sleeping light? Perhaps you have remembered that time because of sleep problems. And now you’re probably thinking that sleeping with the light on could still help you fall asleep and stay asleep today. Here, you find out why you shouldn’t try this experiment.

October 15, 2024 • 3 min reading time

Getting up early: Tips for more energy in the morning

You’ve probably heard of the “5 AM Club”. This “club” may even be your incentive to get up earlier yourself and become just as productive and efficient as its members. However, if you simply haven’t been able to get yourself up early yet and the snooze button is your best friend, this article will help you on your way to becoming an early riser.

September 13, 2024 • 4 min reading time

Falling asleep quickly: The 10 best tips for getting to sleep

Have you ever heard of it? We’ve all been there: you go to bed at night, tired and drained from the day, but something is still stopping you from falling asleep. Whether you’re thinking about all the things you have to do the next day or your phone is keeping you awake again, we’ve got the best tips for a healthy evening routine to help you fall asleep quickly.

September 4, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Sleeping with wet hair: a good idea?

You’re dead tired, but would like to wash your hair so you can go to bed feeling fresh. But you also don’t feel like blow-drying your hair so late in the evening, and you’re pretty sure that letting your hair air-dry overnight is more gentle than using heat anyway – sound familiar? We explain why it’s a better idea to wait until the next morning to wash your hair or to dry it before going to bed.

August 14, 2024 • 3 min reading time

Sleeping without a pillow: the lowdown

When it comes to getting a restful night’s sleep, most people would agree on one thing: a comfortable bed needs a mattress, duvet and pillows. It’s hard to believe that sleeping without a pillow can actually be comfortable and may even be healthier for us. We explain in which cases a pillow can have a negative impact on your health and when it is better to sleep with your head elevated.

August 7, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Constantly tired? How to identify the causes and stop feeling tired

Sleepless nights take their toll. They leave us feeling listless, less able to concentrate and simply exhausted. For some people, this state of mind will quickly disappear after a restful night’s sleep – but others feel tired almost all the time. If you are one of those who suffer from constant tiredness despite getting a lot of sleep, please read on for some effective tips on how to combat many of the different causes of tiredness.

July 31, 2024 • 6 min reading time

All about the four sleep stages and our sleep cycle

Even though you might not notice it, your body goes through several stages while you’re asleep. During these sleep stages, your body regenerates and you process what you’ve experienced throughout the day. Find out how a healthy sleep cycle is structured and what role the individual sleep stages play in regeneration.

July 24, 2024 • 3 min reading time

How much sleep do you really need?

Getting enough sleep is essential for our well-being, ability to function and mental health. We often notice this after just one night of not getting enough sleep – our skin looks pale, we feel irritated and we struggle to concentrate. How getting enough sleep impacts us and how much sleep we need to get appears to be unique to each individual. Find out how many hours of sleep you really need and why the amount you sleep changes over the course of your life.

July 17, 2024 • 3 min reading time

Eating before bed: what, when & how much is healthy?

For most people, dinner is just as much a part of their diet as breakfast and lunch. You may have noticed that, after eating a big meal, you can’t fall asleep immediately or you wake up more often. In this post, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about eating before bed.

July 10, 2024 • 4 min reading time

Detergent allergy: symptoms and what you can do about it

Bought a new detergent and love its smell and how well it cleans your clothes? Excellent – or at least it would be if it weren’t for the itchy red skin a few days after your first wash. This may indicate a detergent allergy, i.e. you are sensitive to certain ingredients in your new detergent.

July 3, 2024 • 6 min reading time

The power nap: boost energy with a short nap

Love your midday nap, but often don’t feel rested afterwards? Why don’t you try a power nap? This is a particularly short nap that helps most people to concentrate and perform better.

June 26, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Yoga exercises for couples: seven yoga poses for beginners' & advanced level

The Indian teaching of yoga is popular all over the world. It provides inner balance and improves physical being – and it doesn’t have to be done alone. Do you and your partner often have your hands full in everyday life and rarely have time for each other? Do you sometimes lose your connection? Or do you just want to try something new? Then the following yoga exercises are great for doing together. Have fun!

June 21, 2024 • 4 min reading time

Why do we talk in our sleep?

Does your partner regularly tell you over breakfast what you supposedly said in your sleep? Many of those who talk in their sleep find it hard to believe their nocturnal monologues, because they are completely unaware of them. But in fact, far more people are affected by so-called somniloquy than you think. Find out why we talk in our sleep and whether you can do anything about it.

June 19, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Fallen out of bed? These could be the causes!

When was the last time you fell out of bed? Most people can no longer answer this question. Nevertheless, parents in particular are worried that their children might fall out of bed and take appropriate precautions. Find out why this fear is justified in the case of children and under what circumstances adults can fall out of bed, too.

June 12, 2024 • 3 min reading time

Sweating and hot flushes? Sleep through the night again

Waking up in a sweat at night is usually down to one of two causes: a disturbing nightmare, or simply that the bedding is too warm. But hot flushes at night are not a normal occurrence. Or are they? In fact, many women experience hot flushes at night during their menopause. This is because of hormonal changes that take place between the ages of 45 and 55. Find out exactly how female hormones affect the body, what you can do about sweating at night, and why men can also suffer from hot flushes at night.

May 22, 2024 • 5 min reading time

The perfect afternoon nap: how long is healthy?

A midday nap restores energy and keeps you going until the evening – at least that’s what we hope for. If you often feel even more tired after a nap and struggle to get going, it can be because you’ve had the wrong amount of sleep. We’ll fill you in on how long a midday nap should last and what else can get you out of your midday slump.

May 15, 2024 • 3 min reading time

What position should you sleep in during pregnancy? Peaceful nights with a baby bump

Many women complain of restless nights during pregnancy. At some point, the growing baby bump restricts freedom of movement, making sleeping on your usual side uncomfortable. Symptoms like heartburn, restless legs and vena cava syndrome can also disrupt your sleep. We’ll fill you in on which sleeping position is the best and a few tips to help you with poor sleep during pregnancy.

May 6, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Improving your sleep hygiene: eight top rules and tips

If sleep problems dominate your days and nights, you have probably stumbled across the term ‘sleep hygiene’ in your search for solutions. But what does sleep hygiene actually mean, and how do you ‘clean up’ your sleep? We explain why sleep hygiene is not just about freshly washed bed linen and how you can improve your sleep with eight simple tips.

April 24, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Why is sleep important? The effects of sleep deprivation

People spend just under a third of their lives sleeping, and the fact that sleep is essential seems self-explanatory. Today, we’ll explain why this regenerative process is so important and what sleep deprivation does to our mind and body. You’ll learn why we sleep and how just one poor night’s sleep can affect your well-being.

April 10, 2024 • 6 min reading time

The ideal temperature for a restful sleep

If you have trouble falling asleep at night or often wake up during the night, you should check the temperature in your bedroom. It is not uncommon for a bedroom temperature that is too high or too low to have a negative impact on sleep quality. To help you get a restful night’s sleep, we tell you not only what the ideal temperature for sleep is, but also how to regulate this during summer and winter.

March 13, 2024 • 5 min reading time

Bra too small or too big? Signs you’re wearing the wrong size bra

Many women are bothered every day by bras that pinch, or bustiers that look unflattering on their breasts. Many are unaware that the reason for this is usually that they’ve got the wrong bra size. Even if your standard cup size is a perfect fit for one brand, the same size can be too big or too small with other manufacturers and styles. Read on for the signs suggesting you have the wrong bra size!

February 21, 2024 • 4 min reading time

Exercise before bed: the impact of evening workouts

When everyday life is strictly scheduled and full of appointments, many people only have time for sport and exercise in the evening. The question often arises as to whether a workout before going to bed could have a negative impact on sleep quality. After all, exercise gives our cardiovascular system a real boost. But does exercising before going to bed actually make us feel more alert? We explain what you should consider during your evening workout!

January 31, 2024 • 6 min reading time

Sleep disorders during the menopause: tips for more peaceful nights

When women experience the menopause, their hormone levels fluctuate dramatically. Around half of all women have trouble sleeping during this period. Find out what characterises sleep disorders during the menopause, what can trigger them and how to return to more peaceful nights.

January 24, 2024 • 6 min reading time

Get up better in the morning: Making it easier to get out of bed

It’s dark outside, the streets are still as good as empty and the only sound far and wide seems to be your alarm clock. It’s no wonder that you would rather turn over in bed again in a setting like this. In the cold seasons, many people find it particularly difficult to get out of bed. But it’s often not possible otherwise due to work, children and the like. Find out what your sleep type reveals about your sleep and wake-up times, how better sleep hygiene contributes to nightly recovery and which 7 tips will help you get up better in the morning.

January 17, 2024 • 7 min reading time

Sleep paralysis: What’s behind it & what you can do about it

Sleep paralysis is a sleep disorder in which those affected lie awake in bed without being able to move. This state usually only lasts a few seconds to a few minutes – a time during which those affected often suffer from anxiety and panic due to the lack of body control. Even if sleep paralysis itself is harmless, it can have serious causes. There are also tips and tricks to get out of sleep paralysis more quickly. Find out what they are in this article!

January 3, 2024 • 8 min reading time

Overcome winter fatigue: How to stay productive on grey days

We all know it: In the cold winter months, nothing seems to work after 5 pm. Concentration wanes, and the desire to finally snuggle up on the cosy sofa increases. The fact that the winter months are particularly stressful and full of appointments in many professions doesn’t exactly help. Winter fatigue quickly leads to excessive demands, which can even lead to severe winter depression in people who are predisposed to it. To prevent all this from happening in the first place and keep your December just as active and cheerful as your July, we’d like to give you some tips and the perfect daily routine to combat winter fatigue.

December 27, 2023 • 5 min reading time

Female breast shapes: An ode to individuality & well-being

Female breast shapes are just as unique and diverse as fingerprints. There are not only large and small breasts, but also breasts that are close and far apart, pointed, teardrop-shaped, elongated or round. In addition, weight fluctuations, pregnancies and the natural ageing process cause the breasts to change repeatedly. This process can be ideally supported by comfortable bras.

December 8, 2023 • 5 min reading time

Bra against back pain: Relief and support bras

Women who constantly suffer from back pain, neck tension or headaches should consider their bras as a potential cause of the pain. Especially if you have a large bust size, a well-fitting bra is crucial to give support and feel comfortable in everyday life. The relief bra is a bra specially designed for back pain with special features.

November 29, 2023 • 3 min reading time

Rib pain from bra: Find & fix causes

A bra that doesn’t fit properly not only looks unsightly but can also lead to pain. While bras that are too big don’t provide enough support and can cause tension, a bra that is too tight can cause rib pain. We’ll show you other possible causes and explain what to look for when buying a bra to avoid rib pain and other discomfort from the wrong bra.

November 8, 2023 • 4 min reading time

Can't sleep during full moon: Imagination or not?

Are you one of the people who sleep worse on a full moon? You are not alone with this! Moon phases are often cited as triggers for sleepless or restless nights. But can this be or is it a classic myth? Even researchers are in disagreement. What speaks for and against the influence of the moon on sleep and what you can do to improve sleep on full moon nights, you will learn now.

October 27, 2023 • 3 min reading time

Sleep with the window open: What’s in favour & what’s against?

A lot of people sleep with their windows open at night – even when the temperatures drop to or even below zero in winter. But is an open window at night really healthy for the immune system? And what is the argument against sleeping with an open window? We’ll tell you about the pros and cons you should consider when you stand in front of your window in the evening and ask yourself: window open or closed?

September 15, 2023 • 6 min reading time

Everyday self-care: seven downtime ideas & the perfect self-care day

Parents, professionals, students and many other groups of people share one thing in common in their daily lives: they often worry about others, about their own success or making a good impression on their superiors. So once they have completed their to-do lists at the end of the day, they should be happy, shouldn’t they? Unfortunately not. Because the one thing that is often missing in a strict everyday routine is me-time: self-care is the buzzword. Here are seven tips and ideas that you can use to meet your own needs every day! We also explain what your well-earned self-care day could look like, from a perfect morning to a relaxed bedtime.

August 23, 2023 • 8 min reading time

Soothing scents for sleep: fragrance notes and their effects

If you’re constantly waking up at night or have trouble getting to sleep, you should check your sleep environment. Peace, tidiness and a room without many distractions can contribute to better sleep, but that’s not all – fresh indoor air and the smell of the bedroom also have a huge effect on your sleep environment. Allow us at CALIDA to introduce you to some soothing scents for sleep that provide relaxation through aromatherapy.

July 28, 2023 • 7 min reading time

World Yoga Day: the Sun Salutation yoga sequence for everyday energy

Today is the International Day of Yoga, which aims to make the Indian teachings more accessible to people across the globe. Today is also the summer solstice, making it the longest day of the year and the official start of summer on the calendar. We at CALIDA are celebrating this day with the well-known Sun Salutation yoga sequence – we’ll take you through it, step-by-step, so that you can give it a go yourself.

June 21, 2023 • 7 min reading time

Sleep deprivation: common symptoms following sleepless nights

On average, we spend almost 3,000 hours a year sleeping. During this time, our body recuperates and our brain processes the experiences we have had during the day. But while most of us sleep blissfully through the night, others don’t get a wink of sleep: their brains seem unable to switch off, they are restless and a good night’s sleep is impossible. Here we explain which symptoms occur with chronic sleep deprivation, when too little or poor sleep can become dangerous and make us ill, and which tips can help improve our sleep hygiene.

June 7, 2023 • 6 min reading time

Yoga for beginners: bring more balance to your life

At one with yourself and the world. Relaxed, destressed and in touch with your inner self. Anyone who has ever tried yoga will understand how these positive associations with this popular physical activity evolved as it spread throughout the world from India many thousands of years ago. In this post, CALIDA sets out to explain what it is that makes yoga so unique and provide tips as to the best way for beginners to take up yoga. Try our six easy exercises at home!

May 5, 2023 • 10 min reading time

Evening routine: 5 tips for a good night’s sleep

We believe that a good night’s sleep starts with your evening routine. We’ve put together five of the best rituals to incorporate into your evening routine to help you fall asleep better.

October 26, 2022 • 6 min reading time

International Breast Cancer Awareness Month: interview with expert Dr Dan Rauch

October is officially designated as International Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The aim of ‘Pinktober’ is to raise public awareness of the topic of breast cancer. This is a very important topic for us, which is why we’d like to lay out the key facts about it. We held an informative discussion with Dr Rauch, a medical consultant for gynaecology and obstetrics at the Minerva clinic in Lucerne, to clarify some of the frequently asked questions.

October 21, 2022 • 8 min reading time

Five tips for a good night’s sleep

The leaves are turning orange, yellow and red, temperatures are dropping, and cosy socks have been brought out – autumn has arrived. We’ve compiled the five best tips for rejuvenating sleep during the colder seasons, perfect for today’s clock change.

November 9, 2021 • 7 min reading time

Body Positivity: My inner voice was always my biggest critic

People often ask me to define body positivity: for me, it means recognising that my body is good, no matter what it looks like. I think it’s important to stress that it’s about appreciating your body and not about your appearance. It’s about resisting mainstream beauty standards because every body is unique – there’s no such thing as a good or a bad body. There are as many sides to body positivity as there are different bodies.

November 20, 2018 • 7 min reading time