How to Get More and Better Sleep as a Parent: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Breus EP 9

When was the last time you got a good night’s rest? I think we can all agree that sleep is important, but have you thought about some of the negative consequences of sleep deprivation? Do you want to know how to sleep better? We have an expert for you that will tell you everything you need to know about sleep!





Dr. Michael Breus is an expert sleep researcher. He is also a father, so he knows how hard won it can be to get sleep when you are a parent. With compassion and evidence-based wisdom, Dr. Breus is going to give you sanity-saving tools to get you the best night’s sleep. We will talk about everything from when you should take a nap, when is the best time to sleep train, and how to revisit your bad sleeping habits.





Whether you want more sleep or just more quality sleep, this is the episode for you! Sleep can allow us to give our all to our jobs while also giving our children the care they need. Sleeps heals and restores, and it’s time to take it seriously!





Show Highlights:




1. Dr. Breus’ best advice for parents of new babies to minimize the effect of sleep deprivation.
2. The shift methodology is a helpful tool for babies before sleep training.
3. Learn all about the powerful effects of the “Napalatte.”
4. How to make the most out of a nap.
5. Sleep deprivation is different from person to person.
6. There is no replacement for lost sleep, but extra sleep can definitely help!
7. Why you might want to sleep separately.
8. What kinds of sleep problems people develop because of their children.
9. 5 Steps to get your sleep act back together.
10. Get some sunlight!
11. Know when you need to seek professional help.





Resources:





All the info you need for sleep issues and work


http://www.thesleepdoctor.com/





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