How to Sleep Better: Your Questions Answered by Sleep Expert Dr. Matt Walker

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By:Allison Willis

Quality sleep is crucial for health, productivity, and overall happiness, yet it's increasingly elusive in our modern lives. In this exclusive interview, Dr. Matt Walker — neuroscientist, bestselling author, and sleep expert — shares insights and practical tips on improving sleep quality. He explains the significant role earplugs, like Loop, play in achieving restful nights, particularly in noisy environments.

Key takeaways:

Why quality earplugs are critical for restful sleep
Practical tips for better sleep hygiene
How to manage stress and anxiety at night
Special sleep tips for shift workers and night owls
Expert insights on creating an optimal sleeping environment

Can earplugs transform your sleep?

“There's this psychological quiescence that comes when all of a sudden the noise is pulled out of a room.” — Dr. Matt Walker

Dr. Walker stresses that noise reduction plays a bigger role in sleep quality than most people realize. Drawing from his own 10-year experience using earplugs, he points out their benefits — not just in physically blocking noise, but also in providing psychological comfort.

Earplugs for sleeping like Loop Dream provide consistent noise reduction while fitting securely and comfortably throughout the night, perfect for side sleepers.

Why comfort and fit matter?

Dr. Walker emphasizes the importance of comfortable earplugs, particularly since most people sleep on their side for a large part of the night.

“And when you're turning over, that sort of almost shearing force of the head on the pillow means that if you have sort of not well fitting earplugs, they're just going to pop out.” — Dr. Matt Walker

Loop earplugs are designed specifically to stay securely and comfortably in place all night, helping users enjoy uninterrupted sleep.

Comfortable all-night wear: Earplugs must comfortably fit for extended hours, especially during sleep.
Stable design: Good earplugs remain secure despite nighttime movements and turning.

How are Loop Earplugs different?

Our Dream Loop earplugs offer:

Advanced noise reduction: Effectively blocks noise (up to 27 dB).

Reusable and hygienic: Easy to clean, long-lasting design.

Adjustable tips: Ensure a secure, personalized fit.

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Dr. Matt Walker’s expert sleep tips

Beyond using earplugs, Dr. Walker recommends a series of actionable tips for improving sleep hygiene:

1. Maintain Regular Sleep Patterns

Regularity strengthens your circadian rhythm, enhancing both sleep quantity and quality.

2. Create Darkness

Limit exposure to "junk light" at night. Set a "to-bed" alarm one hour before bedtime to gradually dim lights.

3. Get Up if You Can’t Sleep

If awake for more than 30 minutes, move to another room and engage in relaxing activities to prevent associating your bed with wakefulness.

4. Manage Caffeine and Alcohol

Stop caffeine intake 10 hours before sleep. Limit alcohol, as it disrupts sleep quality, particularly REM sleep.

5. Calm a Busy Mind

Meditation, breathing exercises, or even sleep stories help distract the mind, reducing anxiety and promoting restful sleep.

Special advice for night owls and shift workers

Night shift workers and night owls face unique sleep challenges. Dr. Walker recommends:

Strategic caffeine use early in the shift, stopping consumption at least 8–10 hours before bedtime.
Create a sleep-conducive environment—make your bedroom like a cave: cold, dark, and quiet. Consider melatonin supplements (up to 3 mg) about 45 minutes before sleep.

Looking for more ways to drift effortlessly into a restful sleep? Have you ever tried noise generators? Dive into the soothing world of white, brown, and pink noise in our latest article and discover how they can transform your nights!

Sleep better tonight

Whether you're sensitive to noise, a frequent traveler, a shift worker, or just aiming to improve sleep quality, Loop earplugs are designed with your sleep needs in mind.

Better sleep can transform your health, mood, and productivity. Follow Dr. Walker’s expert tips, optimize your sleep hygiene, and try Loop earplugs to experience the sleep improvement you've been dreaming of.

Join thousands who've upgraded their sleep quality with Loop.