Ask an HerbalistJan 30, 2026
How do I take your sleep support products?
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How do I take your sleep support products?
Most of our products that support restful sleep are to be taken at bedtime, like our Relaxing Sleep liquid extract, Herbs on the Go: Bed Time™ spray, Kids Fast Asleep™ glycerite, and Sleep Easier™ capsules. Some have a unique serving suggestion to take one serving an hour before bed and then another serving at bedtime if needed.*
Relaxing Sleep
Promotes relaxation and restful sleep.*
Support for stressfulness; mild, occasional anxiety.*
Herbs on the Go: Bed Time™
Promotes quiet, calm and restful sleep.*
Keep this spray on your bedside table.*
Some sleep support herbs can also help with general relaxation, such as California Poppy and Valerian. For these herbs, some folks enjoy using them multiple times throughout the day for general relaxation, making sure to follow the Suggested Use range as listed on the label. Always remember to read each label's instructions and cautions before taking any of our products.*
California Poppy
Traditionally used for calming support for the nervous system.*
Recognized in the U.S. Formulary of
1918 as "a powerful herb for calming and supporting sleep".*
