Sleep By Shea

This week Shea speaks to Thea O'Connor who is a productivity and wellness advisor and coach, specialising in menopause at work! The conversation about menopause, especially in the workplace has often been taboo, but Thea is leading the way to bring it into the mainstream arena. In this conversation, Thea and Shea cover a wide range of topics about menopause and the work place and Thea comes ar...

Do you find yourself making excuses about the amount of sleep you get each night? You're able to prioritise exercise and eating well, but you can't quite nail your sleep routine? This week, Shea will be looking at why sleep is such an important part of your health. Did you know that over 40% of Australian's don't get enough sleep? This has a huge impact on the health and productivi...

With school holidays just around the corner I am joined today by Steph Gouin from Sleep by Steph. Steph is a registered nurse, Mum of 3 children and helping families thrive through providing simple and straightforward advice and techniques to help their babies and children sleep! It was such a pleasure to talk with Steph as we are equally as passionate about helping the world thrive through gainin...

 Waking up and struggling to fall back asleep? Here are some of the reasons why, and what you can do to solve the problem.. Follow The Goodnight Co here: Facebook Group: ⁠The Goodnight Community⁠ Website: ⁠thegoodnightco.com.au⁠ Instagram: ⁠@thegoodnightco⁠ Facebook: ⁠TheGoodnightCo

Dealing with sleep deprivation, anxiety, or any other sleep-related issues? Before reaching for the sleeping medication, make sure you listen to this episode. Shea chats with Brisbane-based Naturopath Katherine Maslen, who provides practical, holistic solutions to help achieve optimal health and happiness through sleep. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to learn about the natural ways to enhance...

It's something that every female will eventually experience, but did know that peri-menopause and menopause has only recently been recognised as a health 'trend?' The topic of perimenopause, menopause and post menopause are no longer taboo topics. A look back at when Shea sat down with Media Personality and out and proud peri warrior Shelly Horton to chat everything Menopause and of course how thi...

As a little gift to our sleepyheads, we're sharing a meditation by Carlee McGee designed to "calm". There's never been a more important time to find calm in the chaos of our lives, with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's finding 20% of Australian adults experienced a mental illness in the past 12 months. Whether you're facing anxiety or depression, or you just need a little bit of ze...

Why do we wake up every night? Dr Barry Krakow has the answers. An MD and board-certified internist and sleep medicine specialist, Dr Krakow has worked in the field of sleep research and clinical sleep medicine for more than 30 years, pioneering innovative techniques for the treatment of chronic sleep disorders. In this week's episode, Shea and Dr Krakow discuss common sleep disorders and look at...

Have you ever told yourself that you'll catch up on those lost zzz's you missed out on following a busy week? We're sorry to break it do you, but banking sleep is a myth! In this episode, Shea is talking about why banking sleep is a complete myth and detrimental to your health! Life is busy, we get it! In a day and age where chronic sleep loss is common, Shea talks about why it's so important to s...

Did you know that your dental health has a direct relationship with your quality of sleep, and vice versa?! In today's episode, Shea talks with Dr Adam Teo, a Brisbane based dentist specialising in the field of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr Teo shifted his career focus to the treatment of patients suffering from obstructive apnea and snoring issues. As well as being a part of the Australian Dental Ass...

Chances are, you’ve thought these five words before: "But when things slow down..." Maybe you’ve even added some more words at the end: "But when things slow down... I’ll have more time to myself... take that holiday... I'll have better sleep..." Thoughts like those point to a problem: You’re too busy. You’re running yourself into the ground. And unfortunately, your sleep is suffering. You can’t s...

Do you have intentions to reduce your stress levels this year? To slow down and focus on improving your sleep? Have you considered incorporating yoga into your daily routine? Yoga practice is a fantastic way to reduce stress and in turn, improve sleep. If you are new to yoga, then this podcast is perfect for you. Join Shea and owner of Brisbane-based yoga mat manufacturer Yogat , Carolyn Cook who...

Results from the 2022 Australian Sleep Awareness Week Survey are in and it's very apparent  Australians are not getting enough sleep. In this first episode of Season 10, Shea talks with one of The Goodnight Co's favourite guests, The Sleep Doctor, Dr Michael Brues about these Sleep Stats, discuss some great tips and solutions to reset poor sleep habits from 2022 and hit the ground running wit...

Are you going through perimenopause and wondering if you will ever feel like your thriving again? It's hard to thrive and be positive when their is so much stigma around this stage of life for women. So what if we ditched the stigma and see this next stage of life as something beautiful and exciting? In today's episode, Shea chats with Health Coach and Personal Trainer Tania Dalton about the Daily...

Have you tried traditional meditation but struggle to switch off? It can be hard to find your quiet space in this busy world. This is where Sound Healing could be the answer for you. This form of meditative therapy can help reduce tension, stress and even pain, leading to a better night’s sleep. The afterglow of sound and music is a personal and sensory experience and with Sound Healing, one can e...

Did you know the risk of cardiovascular disease increases significantly during menopause due to a drop in estrogen levels, which are believed to protect the heart. Menopausal women are also at greater risk of medical conditions like Type 2 Diabetes due to their tendency to gain weight during menopause. Luckily, physical activity during and after the menopausal period is thought to be of great bene...

We do so much to make our skin look great in the morning. Many of us would follow a skincare routine and our bathroom counters are likely cluttered with everything from 10-step skin care to the most recent makeup haul and products promising to decrease wrinkles and brighten complexion. But what about good old fashioned beauty sleep. Sleep is one of the main pillars of health, and if we aren't gett...

Hot flushes, night sweats, weight gain. If you're going through menopause, these 3 things are at the forefront of your mind, at least a few times a day. 85% of women experience sleep disrupting hot flushes or night sweats during menopause. A decline in estrogen causes these symptoms while decreasing progesterone levels also affect the body's production of melatonin (AKA the sleep hormone). So how...

When people experience stress during the day, they are more likely to have trouble falling asleep and report poor sleep quality that night. The lack of sleep in turn can lead to more stress, it's a vicious cycle. So how do we break this cycle? In today's episode, Shea is joined by Stephanie Hinton, a qualified Naturopath and women's health educator who is passionate about women's hormonal health,...

 Menopause is a journey with no clear start or end point, odd diversions, and an estimated time of arrival that could span years. It can be tricky to navigate  without the knowledge of exactly what is going on hormonally inside your body throughout each stage. Menopause is certainly a trip and needless to say, you  could use some turn-by-turn directions and well as some solutio...

Did you know that according to Feng Shui principles, the bed is the most important piece of furniture in your home. The bedroom should be a place of rest, romance, and relaxation—and nothing else. Since we tend to spend upward of eight hours a day in this sacred space, we should try to maximize its feng shui to its fullest potential. In today's episode, Shea is joined by Feng Shui specialist and I...

It's something every female will eventually experience, but did you know peri-menopause and menopause has only recently been recognised as a health 'trend?' With the introduction and celebration of World Menopause Day October 18th, the topic of perimenopause, menopause and post menopause are no longer taboo topics. Join is for our first episode in our dedicated menopause series where Shea sits dow...

Have you heard of bio-hacking to better your sleep? Did you know you can hack you daytime routine to best improve your sleep at night. In today's episode, Shea is joined by Richard Game, a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Physiotherapist to discuss hacks to best improve sleep. Richards approach to bio-hacking for sleep starts in the AM from the moment of waking and sticking to a routine. We lo...

Finding it hard to get your beauty sleep? You're not alone! Recent studies found over half of Australian's reported having at least one chronic sleep issue. Sleep is critical to our overall health and wellbeing, but how far would you go to get a good night's sleep? In this episode, Shea sits down with Dr. Suzanna Graham, a medicinal cannabis specialist to discuss the benefits of cannabis on preven...

At The Goodnight Co. we are huge believers in self care and prioritising you for a healthier and happier self. Whether it’s ensuring you get enough sleep at night or stepping outside to move your body, self-care is vital for building resilience toward the stressors in your life and essential to improving your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. In today’s episode, Shea sits down with busy en...