{
  "id": 15866019,
  "title": "The clocks going back on Sunday can cause 3 a.m. wake ups and make it harder to fall asleep — 5 products I'm using to survive the change",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/the-clocks-going-back-on-sunday-can-cause-3-a-m-wake-ups-and-make-it",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-21T07:58:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/sleep/the-clocks-going-back-on-sunday-can-cause-3-a-m-wake-ups-and-make-it-harder-to-fall-asleep-5-products-im-using-to-survive-the-change"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "When the clocks go back this Sunday, we'll gain an extra hour of sleep but face shorter days. Research indicates this shift may cause night-time awakenings and difficulty falling asleep. To help manage these changes, I've compiled a sleep survival kit featuring five essential products.\n\nFirstly, the Lumie Dash Light Therapy Lamp is an excellent investment for maintaining sleep health during the winter months. This lamp emits 10,000 lux of light, helping to combat the winter blues, improve mood and energy levels, and reduce post-lunch fatigue. Currently priced at £152.14 on Amazon, it's a valuable tool for adjusting to the changing daylight hours.\n\nTo prevent disrupted wake-up times, consider using a blackout sleep mask like the MyHalos option. Available for under £10, this mask features a 3D design that ensures zero-pressure eye comfort, allowing you to fall back asleep quickly if you're awakened during the night.\n\nFor added warmth during colder nights, Oodie's weighted blanket is a must-have. Currently on a 30% off sale, this blanket promotes relaxation and helps transition into the shorter, darker days. Priced at £76.30 (originally £109), it's an affordable and effective solution for maintaining comfort in the colder months.\n\nAs daylight hours begin to return after the clock change, a sunrise alarm clock can help you wake up feeling more energized. The ARTINABS budget-friendly sunrise alarm clock, now 15% off at £29.95, gently mimics natural sunlight to encourage a more natural wake-up process.\n\nLastly, calming herbal tea can aid in winding down in the evenings. The Teapigs Chamomile Lullaby Tea, now priced at £3.50 (down from £4.99), combines soothing chamomile and passionflower to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality. This caffeine-free infusion is an excellent choice for promoting restful sleep during the darker evenings.",
  "summary": "From and energy-boosting light therapy lamp to a cozy weighted blanket, here are all the sleep essentials I'm using to stop daylight savings from disrupting my sleep.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}