5 Easy Ways Iowans & Illinoisans Can Prep For Daylight Saving

Woohoo less sleep for us!

For seemingly ever, the two time changes every year are struggles. This time, on Sunday, March 9th, we're springing forward, losing sleep but gaining an hour of daylight at night.

Personally, as a morning bird, I can make that deal.

But as NBC News reports, there's a litany of health issues that can stem from Daylight Saving Time changes. That includes cardiac problems, sleep deprivation (which can lead to things like car crashes), and more.

Why Is This Even Still A Thing?

Daylight Saving Time started in 1918, according to the U.S. Navy, though it's start and end dates have shifted over time. Now, there's legislation across the country, including in both Iowa and Illinois, regarding Daylight Saving Time and multiple pushes to eliminate the time changes. Doing away with annual spring forward/fall back is supported by sleep experts.

Hawaii and part of Arizona, along with the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the American Samoa, and Guam don't change clocks in the spring.

But until legislation is passed for us that squishes Daylight Saving Time, here we are, yet again, getting ready to have to adjust to the first time change of the year. Luckily, there are a few steps you can take in the days leading up to the change that can kind of help.

Scroll down to see 5 easy ways you can help yourself adjust to the time change this week!