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About Sleep and Sound

Welcome to Sleep and Sound, your premier destination for all things related to enhancing your sleep and auditory experience. At Sleep and Sound, we're dedicated to providing you with the highest quality products to improve your sleep quality, including earplugs, sleep masks, white noise machines, snoring aids, and more. Our aim is to help you achieve a restful and rejuvenating sleep every night, ensuring you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the day ahead.

Our Commitment to Sleep and Wellness

Creating Restful Spaces with Sleep and Sound

Our range of products is meticulously designed to foster a better, more restful sleep experience. With our selection of earplugs and sleep masks, say goodbye to sleep disturbances caused by noise and light. Drift off into dreamland swiftly, enveloped in the tranquility of your own bedroom. Our white noise machines are your ally in creating a soothing ambiance, promoting relaxation, enhancing focus, and ensuring a tranquil environment conducive to quality sleep.

Tailored Solutions for Better Sleep and Sound Experience

No matter your reason for seeking sound reduction - be it work, music, or simply a desire for quietude - Sleep and Sound offers a solution tailored just for you. Our commitment is to provide you with the best quality products and advice, helping you navigate your way to peaceful slumber. We appreciate your trust in us and look forward to assisting you in creating your ideal sleep sanctuary.

The Sleep and Sound Journey

How Sleep and Sound Supports Your Wellness Goals

The journey of Sleep and Sound began in 2009, driven by Tammy, our visionary founder. Armed with a wealth of expertise gained from her distinguished career in the Australian federal government, and psychology. Tammy, having had a family made the bold decision to pivot towards a new venture rooted in her passion for family values and commitment.

A Commitment to Quality Sleep and Sound

Prior to her entrepreneurial leap, Tammy's journey was marked by her unwavering dedication to her role in the Australian Federal Government where she honed her skills in strategy, management, and leadership in federal high security. However, upon having a family, fueled by her desire to create a business aligned with her values, Tammy transitioned seamlessly into the world of health and wellbeing.

Tammy's journey towards becoming a health and well-being advocate and sleep consultant is one marked by continuous learning and growth. Through extensive studies and research in sleep and well-being, Tammy has earned recognition as a trusted authority in her field. Her expertise, combined with her personal experiences as a dedicated parent, has uniquely positioned her to offer invaluable insights and guidance to others seeking to improve their sleep and overall well-being.

From her background in government service to her role as a respected health and well-being consultant, Tammy's journey embodies the spirit of transformation and dedication.

About Our Story at Sleep and Sound

From Dream to Reality

The journey of Sleep and Sound began in 2009 when Tammy, our founder, decided to chase her dream of establishing a business that would revolve around her family values. With a heart full of passion and determination, she left her day job to embark on an entrepreneurial adventure. Today, Sleep and Sound stands as a testament to her vision, having evolved from a modest beginning into a flourishing family-run business that reaches customers worldwide.

A Commitment to Quality Sleep and Sound

At Sleep and Sound, we recognize the critical role that quality sleep plays in your overall health and well-being. This understanding drives our mission to offer you the finest hearing protection and sleep solutions available in Australia. We believe in the right to quality rest and relaxation for everyone, and our product selection reflects our commitment to this belief.


Join Our Family

Today, Sleep and Sound stands as a testament to Tammy and her team's expertise, passion, and commitment to excellence.

Join us as we continue to uphold optimal health and happiness through restorative sleep and holistic well-being.

Welcome to The Sleep and Sound Family, where expertise meets compassion, and dreams become reality.

How to Insert Earplugs Correctly

1

Roll

With clean, dry hands, roll the earplug between your thumb and forefinger until it compresses into a tight, crease-free cylinder.

2

Pull

Reach over your head with your opposite hand and pull your ear up and back to straighten the ear canal.

3

Insert

Gently insert the compressed foam earplug into your ear canal with a slight twisting motion while it's still compressed.

4

Hold

Hold in place for 10–15 seconds while the foam expands to fill the canal and create a seal.

5

Check the seal

The earplug should sit flush with or slightly inside the ear canal entrance — not protruding.

1

Warm

Roll the silicone putty between your fingers until soft and pliable.

2

Flatten

Shape into a small flat disc.

3

Press

Press gently over the ear canal opening to form a seal. Do not insert into the canal.

4

Remove

Peel away gently after use.

1

Hold

Hold the earplug by the stem with one hand.

2

Pull

Use your other hand to pull your ear up and back.

3

Insert

Insert narrow tip first into the ear canal with a gentle twisting motion. The stem remains outside the ear.

4

Adjust

Gently adjust depth for comfort and seal.

5

Remove

Pull out slowly by the stem with a slight twisting motion.

Good Fit vs Not a Good Fit

Good Fit

  • Sits flush with or slightly inside the ear canal
  • Noise is noticeably reduced
  • Feels snug but comfortable
  • Stays in place when you move
  • Can still hear important sounds

Not a Good Fit

  • Protrudes from the ear
  • Noise reduction is poor
  • Feels painful or causes pressure
  • Falls out easily
  • Causes itching or irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

Roll the earplug tightly, pull your earlobe up and back to straighten the ear canal, insert with a slight twisting motion, and hold for 10–15 seconds while the foam expands. A proper seal sits flush with the ear canal entrance — not protruding.

No — earplugs reduce noise but don't eliminate it entirely. The body absorbs sound through the skull as well as the ears, so complete silence isn't possible with passive earplugs. High NRR earplugs like Macks Snore Blockers (NRR 32) provide the highest practical level of passive noise reduction.

Foam earplugs insert into the ear canal and offer higher noise reduction ratings (NRR 29–33). Silicone earplugs mould over the ear canal opening — they're more comfortable for some people and fully waterproof, but typically offer lower noise reduction. For sleeping, foam is usually more effective; for swimming, silicone is the better choice.

Soft foam earplugs with a high NRR are the most effective for blocking snoring. Macks Snore Blockers (NRR 32) are our top recommendation. For a reusable option, Alpine Sleep Deep is designed specifically for maximum noise blocking during sleep.

Hold the earplug in place for at least 10–15 seconds. Letting go too early is the most common reason earplugs don't seal properly. The foam needs time to expand and fill the contours of your ear canal.

The most common causes are: not rolling tightly enough before insertion, not pulling the ear up and back, letting go before the foam fully expands, or using the wrong size. If you've corrected all of these and still have poor noise reduction, try a higher NRR earplug.

Earplugs should feel snug but not painful. If they fall out easily, they may be too small. If they cause pressure or pain, they may be too large. Standard earplugs suit most adults; smaller options like Macks Slim Fit or Macks Dreamgirl are designed for narrower ear canals.

Yes, when inserted correctly and replaced regularly. Foam earplugs are single-use — reusing them reduces effectiveness and hygiene. For nightly use, a reusable option like Alpine Sleep Deep is more practical and cost-effective.

Which Earplug Is Right for You?

Mack's Snore Blockers Ear Plugs

Macks Snore Blockers Soft Foam Earplugs | NRR 32

Blocking snoring

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macks slimfitsoft foam earplugs

Macks Slim Fit Soft Foam Earplugs | Smaller Ears | NRR 29

Smaller ear canals

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Alpine Sleep Deep Reusable Earplugs

Alpine Sleep Deep Reusable Earplugs

Reusable nightly use

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Pillow Soft Silicone Waterproof Ear Plug - Adult Value Pack 6 Pair

Macks Pillow Soft Silicone Earplugs | Adults | NRR 22

No insertion required

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Macks Ear Seals Earplugs | Waterproof & Noise Blocking | NRR 27

Macks Ear Seals Earplugs | Waterproof & Noise Blocking | NRR 27

Swimming & water sports

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