Need a nap?

Need a nap?

Whether you are a stay at home mom, work at home mom, or work outside of the home mom, we can all use a nap occasionally, right? I know I could! Besides being a busy mom of two teenage girls, having my own home based business, I also work full time outside of the home, so I can’t just take a nap in the middle of the afternoon. I don’t think my boss would appreciate that! Anyway, while I was driving into work this morning, I heard the DJ’s talking about a company in New York City that offers 20-40 minutes naps, at a cost of $12-24.

I just had to do some investigating on this one! I can’t tell you how many times late in the afternoon, I’ll get so sleepy! Especially if I’ve had a big lunch. I’ve tried all the regular remedies… drinking caffeine, getting up and walking around my office, stand by a window with bright light, turn the temperature down, eating a snack, and even splashing cold water on my face! But sometimes, you just need that nap.

So, I did some checking and I found the company that offers the naps. They are located in Manhattan and they are called Yelo. They offer reflexology treatments and power nap sleep therapy. Of course, a power nap is not going to be a long-term substitute for proper nutrition and good sleep habits, but it can leave you refreshed in the middle of a hectic or stressful day.

So how does it work? You enter your private YeloCab (short for cabin) and recline in a special chair that elevates your legs above your heart. The chair comes with 500-thread count linens and a soft cashmere blanket, making it very comfortable. The YeloCab itself is personalized, based on your preferences for light and sound, your preference (or not) for aromatherapy, and the duration you’ve selected for your nap. Naps run 20-40 minutes in length (in five minute increments). Less than 20 minutes and you won’t get enough rest; more than 20 minutes encourages deep REM sleep that will leave you groggy.

So, who’s ready for a nap?

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