The Rophe Collective, A Podcast by Dr. Larissa Assam

Navigating Sleep in Pregnancy & Postpartum


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Sleep is not a luxury in pregnancy and postpartum—it is a vital form of maternal metabolic health.In this conversation, Dr. Larissa Assam sits with Dr. Ordessia Charran, Board-Certified Pulmonary and Critical Care physician, to explore maternal sleep from both a clinical and personal lens. We discuss the pathophysiology of sleep in pregnancy and postpartum, the difference between sleep deprivation and true sleep disorders, and the often-overlooked reality of sleep apnea in women.This episode offers practical strategies to help you protect your sleep, establish sustaining routines, and navigate this season with greater awareness and strength.To every woman listening, you are doing far better than you feel. Let this be your reminder to keep going. May the Lord give you supernatural grace, strength, and help. —Dr. Ordessia Charran is a Board-Certified Pulmonary and Critical Care physician and founder of a concierge pulmonary and sleep practice in Las Vegas, specializing in asthma, sleep apnea, and complex respiratory conditions. She is also a mother of two and former competitive swimmer.Instagram: @ocharranmd LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ordessia-charran-md-pccm —The Rophe Collective Podcast, hosted by Dr. Larissa Assam, equips women to prevent complications in pregnancy and postpartum through functional medicine, wisdom, and practical care.Stay connected with Rophe and with Dr. Larissa Assam on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/rophehq LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/larissa-assam-md-mph-97295640Schedule a consultations: https://l.bttr.to/0iG9I

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The Rophe Collective, A Podcast by Dr. Larissa AssamBy Dr. Larissa Assam