Let's Talk Sleep with Sleep Expert Alanna McGinn

In this episode, Gina chats with Alanna McGinn, Sleep Expert and founder of Good Night Sleep Site. Along with her trusted team, Alanna has successfully helped thousands of families overcome their sleep challenges and establish healthy nighttime habits so they can get the sleep they need. Gina and Alanna discuss why sleep is important and how to get better quality sleep in your daily life.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivywinter2023Topics covered:Why is sleep important and how much we needSleep quality vs quantity Sleep tracker apps Sleep stages and cyclesHow long it takes to fall asleep & what's normal for waking at night Tips for getting back to sleep when waking at night Can you get too much sleep? Changing sleep patterns - seasons and shift workers Melatonin, magnesium, and sleeping pills Sleeping positions How sleep changes with aging and menopause How body movement can help for a good sleepBedding, sleep environment and your side of the bed Sleeping - what to wear, room temperature, weighted blanketsStress and sleep - managing our stressUsing a Personal PauseTechnology for sleep - shows, white noise, sounds, apps  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.