Nighttime wake-ups are the worst. And when you have twins, those overnight interruptions usually come in pairs, too.
There are things you can do to create a calming and relaxing ambiance once your twins are in their nursery, but once your babies are eating more than just breastmilk or formula, there are also things you can do before bedtime to help fuel a better slumber.
Like, giving them an evening snack that's packed with things that actually promote a restful sleep.
Wondering what fits the bill? Here are six of the best bedtime snacks that can help your multiples sleep more soundly through the night.
Six bedtime snacks for sound sleepers
1. Bananas
This fruit has magnesium and vitamin B6, which help to relax muscles and support both serotonin and melatonin production. It also has other sleep-promoting nutrients, like potassium and tryptophan.
2. Cherries
These tart treats are a source of melatonin, which helps regulate sleep-wake cycles and can improve sleep duration, quality, and efficiency. They also have antioxidants and tryptophan, which also support sleep.
3. Eggs
Eggs are a great source of tryptophan, an amino acid your body converts into serotonin and then into melatonin, which helps regulate sleep cycles. Eggs also have choline, which helps regulate REM sleep. If you opt for this snack, avoid adding high-fat foods (e.g., bacon or buttered toast) because they can disrupt sleep.
4. Kiwis
This fruit has a high concentration of serotonin, antioxidants, and folate, which work together to promote relaxation, bring on sleep faster, and reduce sleep disturbances.
5. Nuts
Nuts like almonds, cashews, and walnuts are rich in magnesium and healthy fats, so they promote muscle relaxation and can improve sleep quality. A small handful (about one ounce) is all you need for an evening snack that supports uninterrupted sleep.
6. Salmon
This flavourful fish is filled with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D3, which regulate serotonin and melatonin production, helping you fall asleep faster and improving your overall sleep quality.
What makes these snacks so good before bedtime?
Deeper, more restorative sleep could be only a few night-snacks away.
From bananas, cherries, and kiwis, to eggs, nuts, or salmon, these bedtime bites are filled with vitamins and nutrients that work together to calm your little ones' nervous systems while supporting melatonin production to help with sleep duration.
Preventing nighttime wake-ups has never been more delicious.
Plan for one of these slumber-friendly between 30 and 60 minutes before bedtime to help fuel a more restful sleep for your twins—and, as a result, everyone else in your household, too.
Do you deal with plenty of overnight wake-ups with your twins? Try some of these bedtime snacks out and let us know how they impact your overnights. Let us know in the Comments section below or connect with us on Instagram to share your thoughts!
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