Sleep, wake, repeat.  Read all about how our friends optimize their surroundings, unwind, and relax the mind for a good night—every night.

We sat down with Amy Welsman, the founder of Paume—luxurious, sustainable essentials for your hands—to talk about her nightly bedtime rituals.

Double, Queen, or King? 

King. My husband and I are both tall people and we have a weiner dog who basically takes up as much room as a third person!

Why is a good night’s sleep important to you? 

I have always deeply valued a good night’s sleep. When I’m well rested, I’m sharper, more productive, and better able to manage the demands of being a mother and business owner! I need all the help I can get, and zzz’s are essential.

How many hours of sleep do you get a night—or at least dream of getting? 

Prior to having children, I was getting a luxurious 9 hours a night, but these days I’m lucky to get 7! 

Are you a dreamer? 

Yes. Figuratively and literally :)

What’s currently on your bedside table? 

A baby monitor, my phone, a scented candle, a good book (though I haven’t read much in the last few months sadly), lip balm, and a giant water jug to stay hydrated in between night feeds with my newborn.

 Do you partake in any nightly routine before settling into bed? 

I always have a hot bath before bed. It’s a glorious 20 minutes where I get to be alone, relax and unwind. I love the feeling of jumping into a cool bed after a hot bath. Heaven!

Tell us about where the magic happens—and by magic, we mean sleep. How do you optimize your sleep environment? 

I’m a really light sleeper, so in order to create the “magic” of a good night’s sleep, I need complete darkness and white noise.  

If you feel a restless night coming on, is there anything you do to help get you through the night without waking? 

If I’m really having difficulty turning my brain off and unwinding, I find a little melatonin goes a long way.  

What kind of pillows do you use to keep your head in the clouds? 

I’m incredibly picky about my pillow, as I have a very sensitive neck. I’m one of those weirdos who travels with their pillow! I need it to be thin, super firm, and made of memory foam.

Last but not least, what is your number one piece of can’t-sleep-without advice? 

No matter how busy and chaotic your day gets, try to allow yourself the time for your bedtime routine. Whether it’s a hot bath, an evening skincare routine, or devouring a chapter of a good book, we all deserve to indulge in a bedtime routine and a good night’s sleep.