Sleeping like a baby? I doubt it! | Lauri Leadley | Ep. 20

Still tired after 8 hours of sleep? It’s not just aging or stress—it’s a sleep problem! In this episode, Dr. Kevin Wall sits down with Lauri Ledley, sleep expert and founder of Valley Sleep Center, to expose why sleep might be the root cause behind your weight gain, brain fog, and burnout They cover: Why meds like Xanax don’t fix sleep—they block it The sneaky signs of sleep apnea (even in kids!) How inflammation, neck pain, and snoring are all connected Natural fixes that actually work—from breathing to body position Sleep is where healing starts! If you’re not getting it right, nothing else works.   Guest Bio: Lauri Ledley is the founder and president of Valley Sleep Center, home to nine sleep clinics across Arizona. A clinical sleep educator and registered polysomnographic technologist (RPSGT), Lauri has been in the respiratory and sleep field for over 30 years. Her journey includes surviving cancer twice, pioneering accessible in-home sleep diagnostics, and championing non-pharmaceutical approaches to sleep health. She’s passionate about helping people regain their vitality through restorative, high-quality sleep.   Resources:  Lauri Leadley, CCSH, RPSGT President|Clinical Sleep Educator| Sleep Coach ValleySleepCenter.com News, articles links: https://linktr.ee/valleysleepcenter As seen on Fox News, AZFamily, Sonoran Living and quoted in Better Homes &  Gardens, Forbes, LiveStrong and more! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleySleepCenter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valleysleepcenter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@valleysleepcenter/shorts Lauri’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurilynn Gateway Community College Sleep Technology Program (for those interested in sleep tech training)   Connect with Dr. Wall: Website: https://www.drkevinwall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unpluggedhealthcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.kevinwall/ Twitter: ​​https://x.com/drkevinwall YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.KevinWall Disclaimer: The content provided in this health podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 9-1-1 immediately. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. The creators and hosts of this podcast are not responsible for any actions or decisions you may take based on the information presented.