

Sleep Matters from Dreams
Dreams
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much.In this podcast series, Dreams Sleep Expert Dr Pixie McKenna chats with a wide range of experts on all things sleep.From setting up the perfect bedtime routine, to making your bedroom the perfect place for a snooze… this is the podcast that gives you the answers for all of your Sleep Matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 23, 2020 • 30sec
17: Biggest Sleep of the Year
The biggest sleep of the year! A magical Christmas bedtime storyThis is a teaser for a new and exclusive bedtime story for you to share with your little ones in the run-up to Christmas. It’s all about the excitement of Christmas Eve and getting to sleep before Santa arrives.Bedtime stories are a wonderful way to relax children before going to sleep and they also provide invaluable bonding time between adult and child, proving beneficial for children’s language and cognitive development too! The night before Christmas is an exciting time for children so finding a way to help them relax and drift off before the big day is likely to be on many wish lists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 5, 2020 • 32min
16: Pregnancy
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much.In this episode of the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams, Dr Pixie McKenna and guests discuss sleep during pregnancy.Pixie is joined by midwife Marie Louise, and pregnant actress Ali Bastian.Marie Louise and Ali chat to Dr Pixie about how to get a good night's sleep during the various stages of pregnancy.Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 2020 • 29min
15: Why Do We Dream?
Sleep expert Dr Neil Stanley and beauty blogger Rose Gallagher join Dr Pixie McKenna to discuss dreams and their significance. They explore recurring dreams related to stress and exams, the impact of colors and mood in dreams, the myth of cheese causing nightmares, and the prevalence of recurring dreams and tips for improving sleep quality.

Jan 22, 2020 • 29min
14: What is Sleep Paralysis?
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much.In this episode of the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams, Dr Pixie McKenna and guests discuss sleep paralysis.Pixie is joined by Hope Bastine, a psychologist, and Jessica Barrett a journalist who has suffered from, and stopped her sleep paralysis.Hope and Jessica chat to Dr Pixie about what sleep paralysis is and ways you can work towards getting a good night's sleep.Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 18, 2019 • 26min
13: Does Your Sleep Change In Winter?
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much.In this episode of the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams, Dr Pixie McKenna and guests discuss winter sleep.Pixie is joined by Dr Khaled Sadek, a GP and Caroline McMenamin, a mental health therapist who has suffered from SAD since she was a child.Dr Sadek and Caroline chat with Dr Pixie about how our sleep is affected during the Winter months, what SAD is and how it can be helped.Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 10, 2019 • 20min
12: How Can I Stop Snoring?
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much.In this episode of the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams, Dr Pixie McKenna and guests discuss snoring.Pixie is joined by Mike Dilkes, a leading ENT laser surgeon and snoring expert, as well as Sophie Trott, a self-confessed snorer and her long suffering husband, Dorian.Mike, Sophie and Dorian chat with Dr Pixie about techniques to help reduce snoring, sharing a bed with a snorer and the more serious steps you can take to combat snoring.Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 3, 2019 • 22min
11: Can Tech Help Me Sleep?
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much. In this episode of the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams, Dr Pixie McKenna and guests discuss sleep technology. Pixie is joined by Jack Rear, a technology journalist and Gary Lancaster, a self-confessed bad sleeper and new user of a piece Dreams sleep technology.Jack and Gary chat with Dr Pixie about what sleep tech is available, the benefits of using it and what sleep technology we can expect in the future. Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 26, 2019 • 24min
10: Will Exercising Help Me Sleep?
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much.In this episode of the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams, Dr Pixie McKenna and guests discuss the link between sleep and exercisePixie is joined by Rob Deering, comedian and host of a running podcast, and Laura Williams, a personal trainer and exercise expert.Rob and Laura chat with Dr Pixie about when is best to exercise, the best types of exercise to help with sleep and offer advice for getting off to sleep the night before a marathon. Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 2019 • 24min
9: What is bedroom etiquette?
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much. Dr Pixie McKenna is joined by William Hanson, the UK's leading etiquette expert and Louise Scodie, a relationship expert. In this episode, Dr Pixie and guests discuss the correct etiquette of the bedroom, covering everything from how to deal with a ‘duvet hogger’, to the presentation of a spare room for guests. Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 12, 2019 • 28min
8: Does alcohol affect how we sleep?
Hello and welcome to the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams - everything you need to know about how to get a great night’s sleep and why it matters so much. In this episode of the Sleep Matters podcast from Dreams, Dr Pixie McKenna and guests discuss the impact of alcohol on sleep and how giving up drinking can make a huge difference for the quality and quantity of your sleep. Pixie is joined by Dr Sara McNeillis, a specialist in the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders, as well as Claire McCarten, who completely gave up alcohol and she shares the impact that’s had on her life and of course, her sleep. Enjoy the rest of the podcast series on YouTube or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


