LLN Episode #257: Valerie Cacho - All You Need To Know About Sleep Through Perimenopause And Menopause.

About Valerie Cacho, M.D. Valerie Cacho, MD, is an integrative sleep medicine physician and women's sleep expert. Her interests and expertise include diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion and mindfulness, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and whole living. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med, a tele-sleep practice in Hawaii and California. Additionally, Dr. Cacho is the CEO of Sleephoria, a sleep health resource for women founded on the belief that a well-rested woman has the energy, clarity, and drive to change the world. What We Discuss In This Episode: Dr. Val explains a holistic, mind-body-soul approach to improving sleep during menopause and perimenopause. This includes addressing hormonal changes, managing stress and anxiety, and considering relationship and career factors that may be impacting sleep. Dr. Val recommends various techniques to promote better sleep, including journaling, yoga, therapeutic massage, and optimizing nutrition by avoiding certain foods that can disrupt sleep. She also discusses the importance of creating a relaxing bedtime routine and slowing down the mind before bed. Dr. Val addresses common sleep myths, such as the idea that women need less sleep than men, and the controversy around blue light exposure. She emphasizes the importance of considering underlying sleep disorders like sleep apnea, which can present differently in women. Key takeaway: Prioritize sleep for overall health and wellness. Free Resource from Valerie Cacho: Free Checklist of questions to ask your doctor if you are chronically exhausted: https://www.sleephoria.health/f/exhaustion-checklist FREE Sleephoria membership: https://www.skool.com/sleephoria-7701 Connect With Valerie Cacho Website: https://sleephoria.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleephoria/ Connect with Lynne: If you're looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, balancing hormones, wrangling sugar gremlins, overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, perimenopause & menopause, and much more ... so women can feel energized, healthy, and lighter, with a new sense of purpose. Website: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc The Energized Healthy Women's Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/energized.healthy.women Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewadsworth Free Resources from Lynne Wadsworth: ✨ Ready to Thrive in Midlife? Let's Make It Happen! 🌟 Imagine waking up every day feeling fully energized, mentally clear, and ready to tackle whatever comes your way—no more belly bloat, brain fog, or energy slumps holding you back. Whether you're looking to boost your energy, achieve a healthy weight, or finally feel like the best version of yourself, I'm here to help you make it a reality. This is your time to transform into a magnificent midlifer—someone who greets each day with joy, anticipation, and a renewed sense of purpose. Let's work together to create personalized strategies that help you thrive, so you can navigate midlife with confidence, grace, and ease. 💬 Ready to chat about how you can start this incredible journey? Schedule a Clarity Call with me today, and let's discuss how you can achieve success in your health and well-being! 👉 Schedule here: https://calendly.com/lwadsworth/virtual-coffee 5 Essential Steps to Flourishing in Midlife Ladies, are you ready to thrive through perimenopause and menopause? • Do you want to stay fit and energized during these transformative years? • Are you looking to regain your energy, feel more "like yourself," and embrace each day with enthusiasm and vitality? I've put together my best practical and simple solutions in this exclusive resource, designed just for you—and it's completely FREE! Unlock your path to feeling healthier, more in control, and ready to tackle your day with confidence. Get your free copy here: Flourish in Midlife https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/flourish-in-midlife/ Did You Enjoy The Podcast? If you enjoyed this episode please let us know! 5-star reviews for the Living Life Naturally podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Pandora are greatly appreciated. This helps us reach more women struggling to live through midlife and beyond. Thank you. Together, we make a difference!