How White Noise Can Help You Sleep Better

Hi there, we're Zello, a company passionate about helping people get the rest they deserve. We're so excited to collaborate with Caroline from The Sleep Remedy and share just how impactful it can be to use white noise as part of a bedtime routine.

At Zello, we design white noise machines that help create calming, comforting environments to help your baby sleep better. In this guest post, we’ll explain what white noise is, why it’s beneficial, and how it can make a real difference to your baby’s sleep.

What Is White Noise?

You’ve probably heard of white noise before, but what exactly is it? White noise is a consistent sound that combines all the audible frequencies the human ear can hear, played together at the same intensity. Think of the sound of a fan, steady rainfall, or the hum of an airplane engine.

These continuous sounds help mask disruptive environmental noises, like honking cars, barking dogs, or voices in the hallway, by filling the background with a steady, soothing tone. This way, sudden changes that might wake you up are blended into a more stable sound environment.

Why White Noise Helps With Sleep

Babies aren’t used to silence, in fact, the womb is surprisingly noisy, with sounds reaching up to 80 decibels, about as loud as a vacuum cleaner! That constant background noise is comforting for newborns, which is why white noise can be so effective, it mimics the familiar whooshing and rhythm of the womb, helping babies feel calm and secure as they adjust to the outside world.

A white noise machine also helps by creating a stable, soothing sleep environment. It masks sudden sounds like a door creaking or a dog barking, that could otherwise startle a baby awake. Because sound plays such a big role in sleep quality, blocking out these disturbances supports deeper, more restful sleep for longer stretches. Over time, this can mean better mood, better development, and better nights for everyone.

Who We Are at Zello

We’ve seen first-hand how tough broken sleep can be, for babies, for parents, for anyone. That’s why at Zello, we’re on a mission to make great sleep a little easier with white noise machines that are simple to use, thoughtfully designed, and actually help.

Over the years, we’ve carefully refined every detail of our white noise machines, offering a range of calming sounds like white, pink, and brown noise, plus gentle rain and ocean waves. Whether you're settling a newborn or trying to switch off after a long day, Zello helps create a peaceful space to rest, wherever you are.

We’re also proud to work with sleep experts like The Sleep Remedy to help more people understand just how powerful sound can be when it comes to healthy, restorative sleep.

How To Use White Noise Effectively

If you’re considering adding a white noise machine to your sleep environment, here are a few tips we often share:

• Consistency is key: Ensure you are using your sound machine for every sleep, naps included. This helps your baby form a sleep association.

• Find your favorite sound: White noise is just one option. Some babies may respond better to softer frequencies of pink noise or the deeper tones of brown noise.

• Adjust the volume carefully: Aim for a volume that masks background noises but feels soothing, not overwhelming. It should be a maximum of 50 dB (similar to a soft shower) when used for prolonged periods.
  Bring it on the go: Traveling? A compact portable white noise machine can help you maintain a consistent sleep environment wherever you are.
   

Last Words From Zello

We’ve learned, through research and real-life stories, that small changes to your environment can make a big difference to your sleep. And one of the easiest, most effective changes? Adding a great white noise machine to your routine.

A huge thank you to The Sleep Remedy for having us. We’re really proud to team up and share what we’ve learned, so more families can get the deep, restful sleep they truly deserve.

You can shop Zello White Noise Machines at www.zellosleep.com, use my discount code SLEEPREMEDY20 for 20% off!