Two thirds of Brits agree that our bedtime routines have an impact on our health, which is why Silentnight is encouraging everyone to consider how well they sleep this Mental Health Awareness Week.

Poor sleep can have a negative impact on our mental health yet almost three quarters (73%) of us indulge in bad habits that will affect our slumber, including scrolling on social media, drinking alcohol, smoking and online shopping.

Mental health charity Mind has identified that there is a close relationship between our sleep and our mental health, with one having the ability to affect the other. Safeguarding our sleep routines to ensure the best sleep possible, both in terms of length and quality, can help to improve our mood and, ultimately, how we feel.

Silentnight’s Wellbeing Collection has been specially created to help tackle nighttime stresses and alleviate anxiety in order to improve sleep quality. From weighted blankets to copper-infused pillows, the range has been expertly curated by Silentnight’s sleep professionals to encourage deep and restful sleep.

Silentnight Weighted Blanket Range

Designed to ease stress and anxiety with its deep-touch pressure stimulation, the weighted blankets help to relax the nervous system by giving the gentle sensation of being hugged. The blanket’s weight comes from thousands of glass beads stitched within, for an even spread of gentle, soothing pressure. Available in 6.8kg, 9kg and a 3kg weight for children.

Silentnight Re-Balance Pillows

The Silentnight Re-Balance Pillows are designed to send electrostatic charges away from the body and into the air. This helps to lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol, and naturally rebalance hormones to promote deeper, undisturbed sleep.

Silentnight Copper Pillow

The premium copper infused cover of this pillow offers both natural beauty benefits and stimulates better sleep, as copper’s natural anti-bacterial properties can help reduce skin irritations and inflammation caused by allergens, dust mites and bacteria. Silentnight’s Copper-Infused Pillow contains 30% more copper content than other pillows on the market, ensuring extra rejuvenation.

Silentnight Lavender Scented Pillow

The lavender scented pillow helps to create the perfect sleep environment with a gentle lavender scent that aids relaxation. The tranquil smell is long lasting and will help to calm anxious sleepers night after night so that they can restore a natural sleep pattern and feel better during the day.

Silentnight Cool Touch Pillow

The cooling gel pads within this pillow are pressure activated which helps to prevent overheating for an undisturbed night’s sleep. The gel works to absorb excess body heat to create a naturally cooling effect, ideal for hot sleepers or in the warmer months. Alternatively, for those looking for just a pillowcase as opposed to a new pillow, the Silentnight Wellbeing Collection Cool Touch Pillowcase is made from a cooling nylon fabric which is cool to touch, to aid temperature control whilst sleeping.

Silentnight Silk Eye Mask

The naturally moisturising silk eye mask is the ultimate sleep aid for a restful beauty sleep. The soft silk has a high quality, 22 momme count meaning there is a high density of silk within the mask itself that will help to rejuvenate skin. Alongside its moisturising properties, the sleep mask also helps to block out light ensuring a deep, undisturbed sleep.

A spokesperson for Silentnight’s Wellbeing Collection, Hayley Chaytor, said: “It isn’t news to a lot of us that there is a deep, scientifically proven connection between sleep and mental health, yet a large percentage have admitted we don’t take enough care when it comes to our sleep. The way we rest is our body’s way of recovering from the day and preparing for the next. When we lose sleep, or it is disturbed, it can wreak havoc on our minds and the way we feel.

“The Silentnight Wellbeing Collection has been designed specifically with sleep wellness in mind to help anyone who may be suffering from sleep disturbance, or anyone looking to maintain a healthy sleep pattern. We’d highly recommend anyone who is struggling with their sleep to consider changing up their bedtime routine and eliminate poor habits such as scrolling through social media. A restful night’s sleep can do a world of good for our mental health and we’re pleased to be sharing this message ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week this May.”

Silentnight’s Wellbeing Collection is available from a wide range of retailers, including Sleepy People, Silentnight, Amazon and Argos.