Science & Better Bedtime Habits

What this page is

This page describes general sleep-hygiene ideas that informed how we designed STELARR and how we suggest using it. It is not a report on clinical testing of STELARR, and nothing here should be read as a study of this product.

Consistent routines

Doing the same handful of things in the same order each evening helps a child recognize what comes next. STELARR is designed to be one small, repeatable step in that sequence.

Reducing screens before bed

Many families try to move phones and tablets out of the last stretch of the evening. STELARR offers a gentle alternative to phones and tablets — something to look at together rather than something to scroll.

Calm transitions

Going straight from a busy house to lights-out is a big jump. A short shared activity — a story under a projected galaxy — can make the hand-off feel gentler.

Familiar environments

A bedroom that feels recognizable and comforting can make the transition feel gentler. Turning a dark room into an imaginative space can make it somewhere a child wants to be.

Cautious evening light use

• Use soft light sparingly during the evening.
• Aim STELARR at a wall or ceiling rather than directly at anyone's eyes.
• Use STELARR during your child's wind-down routine, then switch it off once they are settled and ready to sleep.

Wellness disclaimer

STELARR is an ambient-lighting and general wellness product. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent insomnia, anxiety disorders or any other medical condition.