Ep190: Understanding Women's Sleep: Culture, Self-Care, and Mind-Body Practices for Better Rest with Dr. Valerie Cacho

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Valerie Cacho, an expert in women's sleep health. We'll talk about the significance of understanding cultural context and providing patients with permission to adjust their sleep patterns based on biological factors. They also discuss the effectiveness of mind-body practices, traditional Chinese medicine, and clinical hypnotherapy in improving sleep quality and reducing stress. Dr. Cacho sheds light on the unique sleep challenges faced by women, including the myths surrounding women's sleep and the underdiagnosis of sleep apnea. Get valuable insights for women seeking to improve their sleep health, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and seeking professional help when needed. Join us as we go into the fascinating world of women's sleep health and discover ways to achieve better rest and overall well-being.Show Notes: deepintosleep.co/episode/women-sleepRESOURCESAre you so sleepy that you cannot focus? Are you tired of getting through the day drinking coffee? Are you worried how your poor sleep may impact your health?Checkout Dr. Yishan Xu’s Insomnia Treatment Course! Connect with Dr. YishanInstagram: @dr.yishanTwitter: @dryishanFacebook:@dr.yishanConnect with Dr. Valerie CachoWebsiteInstagramFree Resources from Dr. Valerie:Free Checklist of questions to ask your doctor if you are chronically exhaustedFREE Sleephoria membershipNewsletter and Download Free Sleep Guidence E-Book:https://www.mindbodygarden.com/sleepCBT-I Courses:English: https://www.deepintosleep.co/insomniaChinese:  https://www.mindbodygarden.com/shimianPodcast Links:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/deepintosleepStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/deep-into-sleepSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Vxyyj9Cswuk91OYztzcMSiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-into-sleep-47827108/Support our Podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dryishanLeave us a Rating: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-into-sleep/id1475295840If you're interested in learning more about psychological testing and the services offered at the MindBodyGarden make sure to visit their website at mindbodygarden.com/AssessmentClinic.