# Sleepy Time — To promote restful sleep **URL:** https://www.earthley.com/products/sleepy-time-herbal-extract **Categories:** Herbal Remedies, Best Sellers, Sleep, Tinctures and Infusions **Rating:** 4.7 / 5 (281 reviews) A gentle herbal sleep support tincture that promotes a calm mood and restful sleep for children and adults. This herbalist-formulated tincture helps encourage relaxation before bedtime, making it easier to wind down as part of a healthy nighttime routine. This easy-to-use liquid formula blends organic catnip, organic skullcap, and organic passionflower with organic vegetable glycerin and fluoride-free filtered water to create a gentle, naturally sweet, alcohol-free tincture. Use with the whole family—ages 1 year and older—when it's time to relax, unwind, and prepare for a restful night's sleep. Free of melatonin, over-the-counter sleep medications, potassium sorbate, artificial and natural flavors, colors, added sugars, alcohol, and top allergens (soy, dairy, corn, tree nuts, peanuts, eggs, sesame, and fish). ### Key Benefits - Supports a calm and relaxed mood ([study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23878109/)) - Encourages relaxation before bedtime ([study](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11026993/)) - Supports healthy sleep habits ([study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31714321/)) - Made with traditionally used calming herbs - Alcohol-free and naturally sweet - Suitable for both kids and adults Proudly independently manufactured in our own cGMP-certified, family-owned facility in Columbus, Ohio. Produced in small batches for quality. It's also an affordable option for the whole family—**costing as little as $0.19 per adult dose!** Our [Revive & Restore Promise](https://earthley.com/earthley-revive-restore-promise): We use 100% clean ingredients—no compromises. Free of natural and artificial flavors, colors, added sugars, and top allergens (corn, soy, gluten, dairy, nuts, fish, sesame). **Tested for heavy metals by third-party labs to ensure compliance with strict safety standards.**[**](https://youtube.com/shorts/8_TKLQcUDJ8?feature=share)**[**](https://earthley.com/product/the-secret-to-a-good-nights-sleep/)** ## Variants & Pricing - **1 OZ** — $12.99 — In stock — SKU `TINC-SLEEPY-TIME-1OZ` - **2 OZ** — $19.99 — In stock — SKU `TINC-SLEEPY-TIME-2OZ` - **4 OZ** — $28.99 — In stock — SKU `TINC-SLEEPY-TIME-4OZ` ## Description ## Why You’ll Love It Supports a calm and balanced nervous system (study) Encourages a relaxed state before bedtime ([study](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11026993/)) Made with traditionally used calming herbs Alcohol-free and gentle for daily use Naturally sweet and easy to take Family-friendly for both kids and adults ## What’s Inside (and Why It Matters) We chose each herb with intention: Catnip – traditionally used to support relaxation and gentle calm Skullcap – often used to support the nervous system and ease tension Passionflower – traditionally used to promote relaxation and restful sleep Vegetable Glycerin + Filtered Water – create a naturally sweet, alcohol-free base that’s gentle and easy to take Together, these herbs work to support a calm, settled feeling that helps your body transition into rest. ## Simple to Use (Even on Busy Nights) No complicated routine is needed. Take directly or mix into water or tea. Suggested Use: Ages 1–6: 5–10 drops Ages 7–12: 10–20 drops Ages 13+: 30–40 drops Take about 30 minutes before bed, or as needed up to 4 times per day. ## Our Revive & Restore Promise We don’t cut corners. Ever. 100% clean ingredients No artificial flavors or colors No added sugars Free from top allergens Third-party tested for heavy metals to ensure safety and quality. ## Common Questions Will this make me sleepy right away? No… this isn’t a sedative. It supports a calm, relaxed state that naturally helps your body settle into sleep. Can kids take this? Yes! This formula is alcohol-free and gentle enough for children when used as directed. Can I take this every night? Yes, it’s designed to be used as part of a regular nighttime routine. How should I take it? You can take it directly or mix it into water or tea, whatever works best for you. A Simple Way to Support Your Nighttime Routine If you’re looking for a gentle way to help your evenings feel a little calmer, this is an easy place to start. ## FDA Disclaimer These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. natural wellness for moms herbal nourishment simple, non-toxic living plant-based support gentle daily wellness herbal sleep support tincture natural calm support for kids and adults plant-based sleep support herbal nervous system support liquid herbal extract for relaxation ## Ingredients - Vegetable Glycerin {Organic} *(Glycerol)* - Filtered Water *(Filtered Water)* - Catnip {Organic} *(Nepeta cataria)* - Skullcap {Organic} *(Scutellaria lateriflora)* - Passionflower {Organic} *(Passiflora incarnata)* ## Certifications - Family Owned - Sustainably Manufactured - Thirty Day Money Back Guarantee - No Artificial Ingredients - Cgmp Cosmetics Dietary ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How quickly does Sleepy Time work? Sleepy Time will relax you so it’s easier to fall asleep. It does not make you fall asleep, but it does encourage your body to become relaxed and more able to fall asleep naturally. If you are using this to encourage sleep in your children, please understand that this will not "knock them out." It will simply encourage relaxation in their bodies to promote restful sleep. The more consistently this tincture is taken, the more support it will offer you. ### Does Sleepy Time contain melatonin? No, Sleepy Time **DOES NOT** contain melatonin. We suggest reading our guide[** The Secret to A Good Night’s Sleep**](https://earthley.com/products/the-secret-to-a-good-nights-sleep) for more information on why we do not recommend using synthetic melatonin for sleep. Please understand that this will not make a person instantly drowsy. It will simply encourage relaxation in their body to promote a restful sleep. ### I gave Sleepy Time to my child and now they are really hyper, what’s happening? Approximately 10% of the population finds catnip to cause their systems to be excited rather than calmed (it is often the same group that finds caffeine to be relaxing instead of energizing). If you are worried that this might be you or your children, give a few drops in the morning and see how they respond. If they are not overly excited, they are probably not "energetically" reactive to catnip, and it will be calming for them. ### Q: Wait? Catnip? Isn’t that for cats? A: Nope! Catnip isn't just for cats! Cat's silly reaction is due to a genetic sensitivity to catnip that produces an exciting response (in most cats). In humans, catnip has the complete opposite effect (usually). Catnip is calming and soothing for most humans. About 10% of the human population has a genetic disposition that makes catnip "exciting" instead of calming, though. These are generally the same people who find caffeine has no effect on them or makes them sleepy. ### Q: How do I take this? Can I mix this with juice or a smoothie? A: All of our tinctures can be taken sublingually (under the tongue), orally, or in juice, water, smoothies, applesauce, etc. -- except for Digest-Support, which must be taken alone with as little water as possible 20 minutes before a meal. If giving multiples, they can be mixed together in a cup -- except for Digest-Support, which must be taken alone with as little water as possible 20 minutes before a meal. **Be sure not to let the dropper touch the mouth** as this can cause contamination. When taking yourself, drop from above your mouth under your tongue. When giving to someone else, ask them to open their mouth and lean their head back so you can drop it in. ### Why Sleepy Time instead of other sleep support supplements? Sleepy Time is a gentle, herbal sleep support supplement designed to support nighttime relaxation using whole‑food ingredients rather than synthetic isolates. It contains no over‑the‑counter medications, no natural flavors, and no additives like potassium sorbate. It’s also an affordable option for the whole family, starting at just $0.19 per adult dose. ### Does Sleepy Time contain medications? No, Sleepy Time does not contain over-the-counter sleep medications or synthetic sleep aids. It uses traditionally used herbs to support relaxation and restful sleep. ### Will Sleepy Time make me drowsy? Sleepy Time is a gentle, herbal sleep support supplement made with calming herbs like catnip, skullcap, and passionflower to promote relaxation and restfulness. Rather than forcing sleep like some conventional sleep aids, it helps the body naturally ease into sleep. It does not force drowsiness or sleep. ### Does Sleepy Time have added sugar? No, Sleepy Time does not contain added sugar. It is naturally sweet because organic vegetable glycerin extracts the herbs while helping preserve the formula. ### Does Sleepy Time have added natural or artificial flavors? No, Sleepy Time does not contain added natural flavors or artificial flavoring agents. It’s a minimal-ingredient, herbal sleep support supplement made without added flavors or unnecessary additives. ### Does Sleepy Time contain allergens? Sleepy Time does not contain top common allergens like corn, soy, gluten, dairy, tree nuts, peanuts, eggs, sesame, or fish. If you are allergic to any herbs, please read the ingredient list before purchasing. ### Who formulated Sleepy Time? Sleepy Time was formulated by herbalist Kate Tietje. She has over 15 years of experience working with herbs and has created over 35 herbal tincture formulas, as well as tea blends, body care and skin care products, bringing her whole‑food, herbal supplement expertise to this gentle, natural sleep support tincture. ### Does Sleepy Time have any certifications or awards? Yes, Sleepy Time won the Parents’ Pick Award in 2026. This herbal sleep support supplement is produced in an [FDA-inspected, cGMP-certified facility](https://earthley.com/earthley-certifications-standards), following strict manufacturing standards commonly used for high‑quality herbal supplements. ### How do I use Sleepy Time? Sleepy Time is a liquid herbal extract meant to be taken by mouth. You can take the drops straight, being careful not to touch the dropper to the mouth, or mix them into a favorite drink. Follow the dosage directions on the product label and take about 30 minutes before bedtime. ### How many times a day can I use Sleepy Time? Sleepy Time, a gentle, herbal sleep support supplement, can be used up to 4 times per day as directed on the label as part of a daily wellness routine. ### Can children use Sleepy Time? Sleepy Time can be used by children one year of age and older. This gentle, herbal sleep support supplement is often chosen by families during times of restlessness or when natural relaxation and calm are needed at bedtime. ### Can pregnant/nursing women use Sleepy Time? We encourage pregnant and nursing women to speak to their natural health care provider before using any herbal supplements. While there are no widely known contraindications associated with the herbs in Sleepy Time, individual health needs can vary. ### What does Sleepy Time help with? Sleepy Time is a gentle, plant‑based herbal sleep support supplement that helps promote relaxation and calm at bedtime, making it easier for families to wind down and rest naturally as part of their nighttime routine. ### How do I know if Sleepy Time is working? You may notice Sleepy Time is supporting you when you feel more relaxed and calm. Many people include this gentle, food‑based sleep support supplement in their daily wellness routine to help support calm nights and restful sleep. ### Can I take more than the recommended dose of Sleepy Time? What if I took too much Sleepy Time accidentally? Many people choose to use Sleepy Time as needed, depending on their comfort level. We recommend starting with the suggested amount and adjusting gradually, paying attention to how your body responds. Occasionally, people have stomach sensitivities to large amounts of vegetable glycerin. ### What is the shelf life of Sleepy Time? The shelf life of Sleepy Time is 2 years from production date, although that is a ‘best by’ date, and it is safe to use after if there is no visible contamination. ### Does Sleepy Time contain alcohol? Sleepy Time does not contain alcohol. It is made with organic vegetable glycerin and fluoride-free filtered water, making it a gentle option for children and adults. ### Who formulated Sleepy Time? Sleepy Time was formulated by herbalist Kate Tietje. She has over 15 years of experience working with herbs and has developed dozens of herbal tinctures, teas, body care, and wellness products. ### Can Calm and Clarity tincture be taken with Sleepy Time tincture? Yes, many families choose Calm and Clarity during the day to support calm focus and Sleepy Time in the evening as part of their bedtime routine. Since every person is different, consult your healthcare provider if you have questions about combining herbal supplements.