EPISODE · Nov 22, 2024 · 36 MIN
Counting Sheep and Zzz’s: Mastering Family Sleep Patterns
from Soma Says · host Soma Mandal, MD
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode, Dr. Soma and Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown discuss the crucial role of sleep in overall health and well-being. Dr. Afolabi- Brown, a triple-board certified sleep medicine physician with nearly two decades of experience, shares insights on creating consistent sleep routines for both adults and children. They explore the impacts of poor sleep on physical and mental health, techniques to improve sleep hygiene, and the unique challenges faced by high-achieving professionals and parents. Dr. Afolabi- Brown also highlights the importance of a holistic approach to treating sleep disorders and offers practical tips for cultivating healthy sleep habits. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:42 Meet Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown 01:27 The Importance of Sleep 02:16 Sleep Challenges in Children and Families 04:02 The Science Behind Sleep 06:19 Personal Stories and Professional Insights 10:06 Holistic Approaches to Sleep 15:10 Addressing Sleep Issues in Adults 26:54 Sleep in High-Achieving Women 31:25 Tips for Healthy Sleep 33:13 Beyond Tired: Dr. Afolabi-Brown's Book and Final Thoughts To learn more about Dr. Afolabi- Brown, please visit: https://www.therestfulsleepplace.com/ To read Dr. Afolabi- Brown's book: https://beyondtiredbook.com/
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Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos In this episode, Dr. Soma and Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown discuss the crucial role of sleep in overall health and well-being. Dr. Afolabi- Brown, a triple-board certified sleep medicine physician with nearly two decades of experience, shares insights on creating consistent sleep routines for both adults and children. They explore the impacts of poor sleep on physical and mental health, techniques to improve sleep hygiene, and the unique challenges faced by high-achieving professionals and parents. Dr. Afolabi- Brown also highlights the importance of a holistic approach to treating sleep disorders and offers practical tips for cultivating healthy sleep habits. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:42 Meet Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown 01:27 The Importance of Sleep 02:16 Sleep Challenges in Children and Families 04:02 The Science Behind Sleep 06:19 Personal Stories and Professional Insights 10:06 Holistic Approaches to Sleep 15:10 Addressing Sleep Issues in Adults 26:54 Sleep in High-Achieving Women 31:25 Tips for Healthy Sleep 33:13 Beyond Tired: Dr. Afolabi-Brown's Book and Final Thoughts To learn more about Dr. Afolabi- Brown, please visit: https://www.therestfulsleepplace.com/ To read Dr. Afolabi- Brown's book: https://beyondtiredbook.com/
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