Dr. Catherine Darley
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Dr. Catherine Darley Quick Facts
Dr. Catherine Darley is a graduate of Bastyr University. She combines her knowledge of sleep disorders with her training as a naturopathic physician to bridge these two fields. As a naturopath her expertise lies in providing natural and effective treatments for sleep problems. She treats people of all ages, and especially enjoys working with children and their families. She founded The Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine in Seattle which is dedicated to patient care, public education about sleep health, and research on natural treatments for sleep disorders. Dr. Darley regularly writes articles and speaks for professional audiences. She serves on the Board of the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
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Your Bedroom - A 'Sleep Cave'
Remember the ‘Man Cave’ which was popular a few years back? Well, think of creating a ‘cave’ at home to sleep in, because the ideal sleep environment is indeed cave-like. Below is a check-list to work through as you design the perfect sleep environment. To make a perfect ‘Sleep Cave’: 1. Dark. Should be as dark as a cave, this allows your natural melatonin levels to soar at night and help you sleep.r
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Sleeping Like A Baby
Recently talking to new parents, I was reflecting on the popular phrase “sleeping like a baby.” In many ways, nobody would want to sleep like a baby – waking multiple times a night, crying, needing help to fall asleep each time. Let’s take a look at what is happening with babies’ sleep, and how to help them learn to sleep well. Facts About Infant Sleep When infants are 6-8 weeks old they will start to have more sleep at night, and less during the day. Their circadian system is starting to become entrained by the environmental light / dark cues.
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Drowsy Driving
Have you heard the buzz about drowsy driving? Sleep experts are now estimating that drowsy driving accounts for over 100,000 accidents each year, and causes 1550 deaths!
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The Best Sleep Environment ie. Bedroom
Over the centuries, and from place to place throughout the world, sleep environments have varied widely. I once attended a presentation on sleep environments in other cultures. The most striking was in a nomadic culture. The women sleep squatting down, with their skirts stretched tightly across their knees. Their babies sleep on their skirts so as to be safe from the many poisonous snakes in the area.
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Dr. Catherine Darley
The Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine
1904 3rd Ave, Suite 614
Seattle, Wa 98101
206-624-9950
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To learn more about Dr. Catherine Darley and the Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine go to www.naturalsleepmedicine.net.