Rest assured: 5 apps for better sleep

As daylight saving time ends, the shift to early sunsets and darker evenings can mess with your sleep schedule. When the clock falls back, minimize the disruption with these apps for a sounder slumber.

Unwind with sounds that soothe you, from rain on the roof to white noise. Blend them to create your own soundscape or choose from premade mixes, like “medieval sea” and “camping by the beach.” You can also track your sleep and get tips on how to improve it.

Loóna sets the mood for rest with beautiful, interactive stories known as "sleepscapes." You’ll tap to add color and light to 3D scenes as soft narration, soothing sounds, and lovely visuals lull you to sleep. Explore a new world each night, from a charming Brooklyn apartment to a blossoming Japanese garden.

Settle the body and mind with guided meditations and breathing exercises. Ease into sleep with soothing visualizations and bedtime stories that transport you to scenes, like rolling seaside dunes and the Star Wars universe. For narration-free relaxation, try eight-hour playlists of calming instrumentals and ambient sounds.

This meditation, sleep, and stress-busting app is designed for kids, but suits anyone charmed by adorable characters. From melodies with Octo the octopus to breathing exercises with Mr. Snoodle the pig, Moshi brings an extra touch of comfort to wind-down time.

Overcome insomnia using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-I) that targets insomnia. Improve your bedtime habits with techniques, like mood check-ins and grounding exercises. Plus, use tools to tackle issues like nightmares or anxiety. Then, decompress with relaxing stories and sounds. You can get matched with a licensed sleep therapist for extra support.