Kimber Del Valle 8/24/22 Kimber Del Valle 8/24/22

Bonus: Social Media and Mental Health with Guests Eden and Elisha Del Valle

The use of social media in today’s world has become the norm, particularly for teenagers. And while there are opportunities for great connection, depending on how one uses it, social media can take a toll on a person's mental health without healthy habits and intentional parameters.

In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by my kids, Eden and Elisha, and hear their perspectives and experiences with social media as they navigate their teen years and build social circles.

Kimber Del Valle 7/27/22 Kimber Del Valle 7/27/22

Creating Safety and Security with Your Infant - Navigating Sleep and Nighttime Feedings [Sleep 11]

In today’s episode, we’re jumping into parenting to talk about creating safety and security with your infant as you navigate bonding and sleep.

There are many approaches and opinions, some based in research and others based on intuition. I’ll share from my experience as an attachment specialist, along with my experience as a parent, to help offer some ideas to consider as you move through your parenting journey.

Kimber Del Valle 7/13/22 Kimber Del Valle 7/13/22

Teenage Brains and Sleep and How Parents Help Create Good Sleep Hygiene [Sleep 10]

In this episode, Dr. Kimber talks about teens, sleep routines, and habits. Quality sleep is essential for a teenager’s mental health and optimal development, and at this crucial stage of their lives, teenagers truly do need support from their parents, especially in the establishment of sound sleep habits and routines.

Taking into consideration how a teenage brain is wired, Dr. Kimber discusses the impact of a parent’s support on their teen’s health and well-being, along with key topics for parents to think about and keep in mind as they support their children with sleep.

Kimber Del Valle 6/29/22 Kimber Del Valle 6/29/22

Hormones, Menopause and Sleep with Dr. Lisa Fillis [Sleep 09]

Hormones — they play a huge role in the body’s activities, though did you know that they play a huge role in sleep?

In today’s episode, we’re talking with Dr. Lisa Fillis, ND, and taking a look at the role hormones play in the body’s activities, especially sleep, as well as hormone disruption and menopause.

Kimber Del Valle 6/15/22 Kimber Del Valle 6/15/22

Sleep Hygiene: Substances, EMFs, Routines and Boundaries with guest Dr. Sunny Raleigh [Sleep 08]

Sleep — we’ve all heard how important it is to get a good night’s sleep since we were small. But…is it really that important?

In today’s episode, we’re going to address this question. I’m joined by guest Dr. Sunny Raleigh, DO, Co-Founder & Medical Director of Restoration Healthcare, Inc., and we dive into the importance of sleep on the body’s functions and overall health (yes, the quality of your sleep makes a difference), as well as discuss the potential roots of sleep disorders and share tips for improving your sleep.

Kimber Del Valle 4/22/22 Kimber Del Valle 4/22/22

Bonus: About College Life Guests Eden and Paige on Roommate Sleep Routines and Choosing a Roommate

Today we are sitting down with my daughter, Eden, and her roommate, Paige, to dive into the dynamics of living with a roommate, specifically how you can protect your sleep quality while sharing a living space.

In the episode today, Paige and Eden talk about how they have worked together to get the necessary rest for their busy college lives. They share their shared bedtime routines and how their sleep habits have evolved as they settle into college.