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For the Vampires Among Us: NOC Shift Essentials
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Sleepy Time
Get Ready for Your Shift, and Fast
Stay Awake on Your Ride Home
Sleepy Time
Sleeping during the day is not the easiest. Here are the essentials I use to get a good nights (er, days …) sleep
I've tried at least a dozen sleep masks and this - by far - is the best one I've used
Manta Sleep Mask
For those who aren't fans of melatonin, this is a great sleep aid
OLLY Goodbye Stress Gummies with GABA, L-Theanine & Lemon Balm - Berry Verbena
Better than your basic melatonin, this one has ,elatonin, l-theanine, and botanicals
OLLY 3mg Melatonin Sleep Gummies - Blackberry Zen
Remniscient of the discontinued Bose Sleepbuds, these fit in your ear comfortably and block out noise at the same time. Play anything via Blueooth.
Soundcore by Anker Sound Blocking Sleep Earbuds
Dual purpose purchase - and eye mask and bluetooth headphones in one
Bluetooth Headband Headphones & Eye Mask for Sleep
Get Ready for Your Shift, and Fast
So you overslept a bit. Not to worry. These grab and go items will get you out the door in no time!
Blender bottle is portable! Step 1) Throw some frozen fruit, almond milk, and protein powder in the blender; Step 2) Blend; Step 3) Take off blender and carry into car with you!
NutriBullet Single-Serve Blender
Go-to wipes for athletes = go to wipes if you don't have time for a pre-shift shower
HyperGo Full-Body Rinse-Free Wipes
A meal in a shake - sports dietician recommended!
Soylent Nutritional Shake - Creamy Chocolate
Stay Awake on Your Ride Home
Sometimes the hardest part of night shift is the drive home - these will help
Pop one of these an hour before shift change and gain the focus you need for your drive home
OLLY Laser Focus Gummies with Ginseng, Alpha GPC & B Vitamins
Pop one of these in your lunch bag, drink two hours before shift change, and be caffeinated enough for your drive home
Kirkland Signature Colombian Cold Brew Coffee
A few drops of this will have you uplifted and energized in no time. Not to mention its a refreshing small after being in a hospital all night …
Nature's Truth Peppermint Essential Oil
This one is a little bit less about staying awake and a little bit more about staying comfy. Slip off your sneakers and slide into these. Hands down the most comfortable slippers I've ever owned.
LL Bean Wicked Good Slippers