If you keep waking up in the middle of the night and don't know whether it's normal and what could be causing it, you're not alone. Research shows that night-waking is more common than we might think – in fact, most of us have around two to three noticeable wakeful periods a night.
We tend to view most nighttime stirrings as a barrier to quality sleep. But is waking up in the middle of the night normal? And how can we tell if it’s becoming a problem? Night-waking is caused by a myriad of reasons – some are cause for concern but many aren’t. And while comfort is key, even sleeping on the best mattress for your body type and sleep needs can’t safeguard night awakenings.
