The EMPWR Podcast

Sleep Tips for Moms, Night Owls & Everyone In Between with Todd Anderson


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We’re back with Todd Anderson, founder of Dream Recovery, for a deep dive into all things SLEEP. If you’ve ever laid awake at night staring at the ceiling, struggled with staying asleep, or felt like your energy is constantly drained no matter what, this one’s for you. We opened up the floor to your most pressing questions and cover everything from insomnia, hormones and nighttime routines to sleep myths, travel hacks, and how to navigate rest in seasons of life like motherhood or shift work.

Here’s a glimpse of what we tackle in this episode: What to do if you wake up wide awake at 2:30am, how to reset bad habits like staying up too late (even if you’re an early riser), melatonin vs magnesium, foods that can help (or hurt) your sleep, how anxiety and your cycle affect your rest, tips for navigating pregnancy sleep and sleep in your 30s + 40s and beyond, thoughts on naps, sleep trackers, light exposure, and the verdict on sleeping naked. Whether you're a new mom, a night owl, a biohacker, or just someone who wants to feel rested again… hit play, take a deep breath, and get ready to build your best night of sleep yet.



  • 00:00:00: Intro
  • 00:01:04: Recommendations for insomnia
  • 00:04:30: Issues falling back asleep at night
  • 00:07:19: 4-7-8 breath work
  • 00:09:27: Reducing blue light
  • 00:12:55: Circadian rhythm versus sleep drive cycle
  • 00:15:12: The role of caffeine
  • 00:19:00: How to create a sleep schedule for people with inconsistent schedules
  • 00:23:05: How to avoid jet lag
  • 00:26:40: Sleep advice for new moms
  • 00:28:48: Mattress topper recommendations
  • 00:29:15: Keeping it cool while sleeping
  • 00:33:31: Sleeping nude
  • 00:35:58: Bedsheet recommendations
  • 00:38:28: Castor oil
  • 00:42:05: Period cycle and sleep quality
  • 00:45:15: Bedroom set up for ideal sleep quality
  • 00:49:26: Nasal strips
  • 00:52:10: Benefits of wearing both nasal strips and mouth tape
  • 00:56:24: Does mouth tape actually work?
  • 01:00:10: If you're stranded on an island, what item for optimal sleep would you bring?

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