"Adjusting to the change in time, it requires attention to your sleep hygiene," said Dr. Rishika Sharma, a board certified pediatrician from Tulare County.
While it can be refreshing to have more time to rest in bed, the recent time change can disrupt our sleep cycle.
"It leads to a temporary mismatch between the body's internal clock and the external environment," said Dr. Sharma.
That mismatch can be a problem for those who already have pre-existing sleep conditions.
"It can still cause sleep onset insomnia. It can cause a reduction in your sleep quality," said Dr. Sharma. "If you are somebody who already has a pre-existing sleep disorder such as insomnia or sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome, those can be exacerbated when this time change happens."
Dr. Sharma explains that time change can also affect people who suffer from seasonal affective disorder. But there are steps and strategies that people can take to strengthen their circadian rhythm. Such as avoiding big meals, cutting back on caffeine, and putting down your phone before bed.
Doctors say taking in the morning sun can also help your body.
"Morning light exposure is very critical for resetting your biological clock," said Dr. Sharma. "So after the time change happens, you can try to get outside for 15 to 30 minutes every morning to get some sunlight."
Doctors say it can take about two weeks to get used to the time change.
But if you're still struggling on getting a good night's rest, doctors recommend seeing a sleep specialist right away.
But the key to staying on track is to be consistent.