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Not being able to talk about sex openly is an obstacle many couples face.

How to sleep with other people (even when they snore or run hot)

The most common bed-sharing problems are totally fixable – or, at least, totally up for compromise.

  • Dorie Chevlen

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sex and sleep really are intertwined: the better the sex, the more sleep you’ll get and vice versa.

Yes, having sex before bed can help you sleep. Here’s why

Four ways to improve your sleep and sex life – tonight.

  • Miranda Levy
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To stave off dementia, should you sleep an extra 30 minutes or exercise?

A new Monash University study looks at the data of nearly 90,000 people to reveal the ideal balance of sleep and physical activity.

  • Courtney Thompson
Kew rsidents Char Weeks (left) and  Egon Leopold Seder are among the residents kept awake by hooning on Yarra Boulevard.

‘Dangerous, intrusive, relentless’: Push for fresh crackdown at this hoon hotspot

One resident near Yarra Boulevard says he calls Triple Zero five times a week, while the City of Boroondara mayor likens the noise to the grand prix.

  • Rachael Ward
Is it really possible to fall asleep in five minutes? The experts think so.

How to fall asleep in five minutes

Forget doomscrolling, here are seven expert tips on falling asleep quicker and maximising your hours of shut-eye.

  • Maria Lally
Research suggests an inconsistent sleep schedule is harmful to our health.

The one sleep habit experts wish you would adopt

Research suggests that most adults do not have a consistent sleep schedule. And that may be harming their health.

  • Caroline Hopkins Legaspi
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Sleeping through hot nights can be difficult. Running a fan can provide some relief while being energy efficient.

Too hot to sleep? This Scandi approach could be the answer

As consistently hot temperatures kick in, getting a comfortable night’s sleep is becoming harder. These steps can help you wake up well rested and ready for the day.

  • Shona Hendley
A hot bath is more than just a relaxing way to get clean. It can help with sleep and heart health as well.

Why swapping your shower for a bath is good for your heart

The effects of taking a hot bath are comparable with exercise for cardiovascular health, research suggests. But don’t give up your gym membership.

  • Emily Craig
Some jet-lag advice can make it worse.

The jet lag advice you’ve been given is probably wrong

Common advice about the condition could make it worse, say experts. But there are ways to lessen its energy-draining impact on outbound and homeward flights.

  • Sarah Berry
We all experience tiredness but it may be a sign of a more serious issue.

Are you just tired or is it something more serious? Here’s what to look for

It’s a part of modern life, so when should you start to worry that you’re too tired? These are the signs that something more serious may be going on.

  • Ella Nunn