Navigating Sleep at Every Age – From Newborns to College Students with Lissa Coffey & Emma Ekum [Part 1]
Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
Release Date: 08/12/2025
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Navigating Sleep at Every Age – From Newborns to College Students with Lissa Coffey & Emma Ekum [Part 1]
Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
Welcome back to the Better Sleep Council Podcast and another episode of Catching Zzz’s! We are back for season 2 and we are kicking it off with mixing it up with the host seat. I’m , you may remember me from previous episodes where I chatted with Mary Helen Rogers about and . This week I’m in the host seat and I welcome Emma Ekum, who is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles, California. She integrates therapeutic techniques with practical sleep strategies to help individuals and couples overcome sleep challenges and improve overall well-being. During our...
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The Healing Power of Salt Therapy for Better Sleep and Relaxation with Lissa Coffey & Ali Giammanco
Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
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Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
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Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
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Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
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Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
Did you know that April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month? When we think about distractions, it's usually our cell phone, our playlist, or the chatty kids in the backseat. But drowsy driving is a real danger that does not get enough attention. On today's episode, we welcome Terry Cralle, who is a Registered Nurse, certified sleep expert, and longtime spokesperson. She's a national speaker, author, and educator who makes sleep and health easy to understand and prioritize. During our conversation, we dive into the dangers of getting behind the wheel without adequate rest, the...
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How Stress Affects Your Sleep with Lissa Coffey & Mary Helen Rogers
Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
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Welcome to Catching Zzz's: a podcast brought to you by the Better Sleep Council!
Catching Zzz’s: A Better Sleep Council podcast
Welcome to Catching Zzz’s, a podcast brought to you by the ! The Better Sleep Council (shorthand known as “BSC”) is the consumer-education arm of the devoted to educating the public about the critical relationship between sleep, good health, and quality of life, as well as the value of the mattress and sleep environment in the pursuit of a good night’s sleep. This podcast explores how sleep influences every aspect of life. The podcast will include guest experts, roundtable discussions, and solo episodes by the Better Sleep Council representatives on a variety of health and...
info_outlineWelcome back to the Better Sleep Council Podcast and another episode of Catching Zzz’s! We are back for season 2 and we are kicking it off with mixing it up with the host seat. I’m Lissa Coffey, you may remember me from previous episodes where I chatted with Mary Helen Rogers about Ayurveda Doshas and how stress affects your sleep.
This week I’m in the host seat and I welcome Emma Ekum, who is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles, California. She integrates therapeutic techniques with practical sleep strategies to help individuals and couples overcome sleep challenges and improve overall well-being.
During our conversation, we dive into everything from the wild early days with newborns—think sleepless nights, mysterious baby noises, and the crucial role of sleep routines—to practical tips for creating safe, soothing sleep environments as kids grow. We unpack topics like baby sleep schedules, the benefits of white noise, how and when to transition kids to their own rooms or big kid beds, and all the modern parenting hacks that can make bedtime a little smoother for everyone.
Whether you’re a new parent feeling sleep-deprived or just curious about how to set your child up for a lifetime of healthy sleep habits, this episode is filled with relatable stories, expert advice, and plenty of laughs. So get cozy, and enjoy this insightful conversation that’s all about catching those much-needed Z’s—even if your little ones make it a challenge!
We were having such a good time chatting, that we actually split the episode into two parts – tune next week for part 2!
You can view full show notes and more at https://bettersleep.org/blog
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