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Throughout my pregnancy journey, I’ve been turning to caffeine-free options, especially of the loose leaf tea<\/a> variety more and more. I just can’t handle as much caffeine as I used to. Plus, I’m always thinking about what’s best for the baby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a few varieties of caffeine-free teas: herbal, fruit and decaffeinated teas. Decaffeinated teas are teas which are treated with various methods of decaffeination. The other two methods are not strictly true teas because they’re made from herbs and have nothing that comes from the Camellia Sinensis plant from which all teas derive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n I like to have these herbal teas and while it\u2019s true they\u2019re not strictly tea, I still see it as having a cup of tea<\/em>. It involves the same tea-making ritual, if not more so. It also helps to put me in a relaxed and calm mood, especially before bed – the key to a night of good sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I’ve never come across a tea I dislike. However, as with all things, I do have my favourites, especially when it comes to particular times of the day. I try to focus on caffeine-free tea options from the late afternoon these days, which is quite something for someone who always loved a coffee before bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today I want to share some of my favourite teas which aid with feeling calm, relaxed and encouraging sleep in the evening. A cup of tea and a good vlog on YouTube are the perfect way to end the day. I’ve also included a few other things I do in the evening to help with my sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n Wild Red Bush Rooibos Tea<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n I’ve been drinking rooibos tea for years. I first tried it when I was at university and was blown away by the unusual flavour. I’d never tried anything like it.<\/span><\/p>\n It’s hard to explain the flavour but let me try. It’s a deep and earthy tea which has an ever so slightly subtle hint of berry. It’s lovely to have before bed but I also like to drink it throughout the day if I have a headache.<\/span><\/p>\n Pranamat Eco<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n So, I haven’t been able to use my Pranamat since I became pregnant but before it was something I’d use every night.<\/span><\/p>\n It’s basically a therapeutical massage mat which is covered in spikey little flowers. It’s designed to relieve <\/span>minor muscle aches and pains<\/span><\/i>. There are many ways to use the mat but I find it really useful to help me de-stress and fall asleep at night. I lay on the mat for about 30 minutes while I listen to an audiobook.<\/span><\/p>\n If you’ve never heard of one before then you might enjoy <\/span>checking out my full review<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n English Peppermint Tea<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n