Avoid doing anything strenuous close to bedtime as this can make it harder for the body to cool down during sleep. However, being active during the day can help reduce stress and boost the amount of time you spend in the deeper/restorative stages of sleep, just aim to finish at least 90 minutes before you head to bed. 4. Use a fan or cold compress verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ Wearing pyjamas actually draws sweat away from your body and allows you to keep cooler and more comfortable so it's worth wearing some loose, thin clothing instead of sleeping naked. 6. Get breathable bedding

Avalla's portable air con unit can be used all year round, setting your desired room temperature as low as 16 degrees during the summer, then used as a dehumidifier during winter and a fan for spring and autumn Other features include a long reach cable, remote control and touch screen, plus a two-year warranty. It comes complete with a window kit, which includes a 150mm diameter hose (most suited to neatly fit through a sash window) so the hot air from the unit is efficiently removed from your home. Kora Habinakova, sleep expert at SleepSeeker, has shared her top tips to help us all get a good night's sleep during the heatwave.

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Certain duvets and pillows can trap body heat causing you to feel excessively warm. Look out for summer duvets made of hollow-fibre, which controls your temperature while you sleep. Of course, low-tog duvets of around 4.5 tog are the best option when trying to keep cool. You can now even get dual tog duvets, which have a cool 4.5 tog side and a warm 10.5 tog side, perfect for those couples where one likes it hot and one likes it cold! 8. Keep curtains and blinds shut