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Press Releases
Valley Sleep Center Provides Small Miracle to Woman Fighting Breast Cancer
Valley Sleep Center partnered with Provision Project because its president, Lauri Leadley, is a breast cancer survivor herself who went through a double mastectomy and chemotherapy. Leadley knows what it’s like to be going through cancer treatment and not being able to work. And when the main bread winner in the family is a single mom, it’s especially difficult.
Nationally Recognized Insomnia Expert Joins Valley Sleep Center
Valley Sleep Center is pleased to announce that nationally recognized insomnia expert Don Townsend, Ph.D., is joining their team.
Nationally Recognized Insomnia Expert Joins Valley Sleep Center
(Phoenix, AZ) December 7, 2016 – Valley Sleep Center is pleased to announce that nationally recognized insomnia expert Don Townsend, Ph.D., is joining their team. “We are so excited to have Dr. Townsend working with patients at Valley Sleep Center. He is the only...
Valley Sleep Center Now Providing Dental Sleep Medicine Oral Appliance Therapy
(Phoenix, AZ) October 10, 2016 – Valley Sleep Center is now providing oral appliance therapy as a treatment for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Oral appliance therapy will be provided by Dr. Barry Freydberg, DDS. a graduate of the University of Illinois College...
Valley Sleep Center Donating 10% of Profit to Provide Financial Relief to Women in Treatment for Breast Cancer
Valley Sleep Center is dedicating the month of October to breast cancer awareness. They will be donating 10% of their profits in October to the Provision Project, a local nonprofit whose mission is to provide financial relief to women in active treatment for breast cancer.
Media
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QUOTABLES: TikTok’s SleepMaxxing Trend: Expert Insights on Sleep Optimization
Lauri advises that avoiding liquids before bed reduces disruptions, while a cool room aids sleep by lowering body temperature. She advises against sleep gadgets, which may cause anxiety, and suggests natural sleep routines. SleepMaxxing, popularized by social media,...
QUOTABLES: Mouth Taping: A Risky TikTok Trend for Sleep Quality
"Mouth taping can worsen sleep apnea, cause dry mouth, fatigue, and respiratory issues. She advises against DIY health solutions and recommends consulting a board-certified sleep doctor. "Our body is designed to release 70% of its toxins through breathing," she notes,...
QUOTABLES: Stress and Screen Time: Key Sleep Disruptors Across Generations
"Stress prevents sleep by hindering the brain's detox process. Younger people lose sleep to phone scrolling, driven by social media. To combat sleep loss, she suggests making phone shutdown part of your routine, charging it away from the bedside, and opting for...
QUOTABLES: Anxiety & Sleep
Anxiety and insomnia are distinct but interconnected. Anxiety can lead to insomnia, causing fatigue and poor concentration. Conversely, insomnia can trigger anxiety, creating a vicious cycle. Lauri advises seeking professional help for sleep issues and suggests self-care practices like gratitude journaling, reducing screen time, and using calming scents to improve sleep quality.
QUOTABLES: Orthosomnia
“Don’t be fooled by Orthosomnia…the obsession with perfect sleep via trackers, which can be counterproductive. While sleep apps can identify disorders, the fixation on perfection may worsen sleep. She suggests using apps developed by neuroscientists, like Sleep Genius, and emphasizes consulting a sleep physician. Non-tech alternatives include self-reflection on morning feelings and energy levels.”
Media Appearances
Media Appearances
2021
November 13, 2021 – How to Nap Like A Pro (Discover Magazine)
November 12, 2021 – 5 Ways to Better Manage Anxiety—and Get Better Sleep in the Process (FitBit)
November 10, 2021 – Laying It Bare…Sleep Experts Reveal the Benefits of Sleeping Naked (My Panda Life)
November 8, 2021 – The One Thing This Sleep Doctor Is Gifting Everyone This Year (The Healthy)
November 1, 2021 – Do You Have Narcolepsy and Not Even Know It? (saatva: Sleep Enlightened)
October 27, 2021 – These Are the Best Sleeping Positions to Avoid Waking Up With Aches and Pains—or Worse, an Injury (Real Simple)
October 19, 2021 – Your Sleep Needs Change as You Age: Here’s What You Need to Know (Healthline)
September 23, 2021 – How to Transition Your Sleep Routine from Summer to Fall (FitBit)
September 13, 2021 – 9 Expert Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Rest While Traveling (Go World Travel)
September 3, 2021 – How Does Your Menstrual Cycle Affect Your Sleep? (SleepNumber)
August 6, 2021 – Largest Phoenix-Area Family-Owned Businesses (Phoenix Business Journal)
July 30, 2021 – What Is Revenge Bedtime Procrastination? (InStyle)
June 25, 2021 – Mattress Buying Mistakes To Watch Out For (Sleepare)
June 19, 2021 – Major Recall of CPAP Machines (Good Morning Arizona)
June 13, 2021 – Judgement with Ashleigh Banfield Arizona vs. Scott Falater (CourtTV)
May 19, 2021 – How To Improve Sleep Quality (AZ Big Media)
May 1, 2021 – What were the most significant moves you made to strengthen and grow your business over this past year? (InBusiness Phoenix)
April 16, 2021 – Flight Night? Sleep Tight (Business Traveler)
March 27, 2021 – Weird things That Happen In Your Sleep (MyFitnessPal)
March 18, 2021 – The Stuff COVID Dreams are Made of (Brain Injury Alliance Arizona)
March 12, 2021 – 7 Items you Need for Better Sleep (Nutritious Life)
March 3, 2021 – 3 Gadgets to Silence Snoring (The List)
February 26, 2021 – This Woman Is Going Viral On TikTok for Her Hilarious Sleepwalking Videos (Shape Magazine)
February 26, 2021 – This Woman Is Going Viral On TikTok for Her Hilarious Sleepwalking Videos (msn)
February 26, 2021 – This Woman Is Going Viral On TikTok for Her Hilarious Sleepwalking Videos (Yahoo! Life)
February 18, 2021 – How to Calm your Mind at Night (Nutritious Life)
February 17, 2021 – New Tongue Strengthening Device May Help People with Snoring Difficulties (Healthline)
January 1, 2021 – More People Are Having Trouble Sleeping. Arizona Researchers Are Trying To Understand The Role Of Insomnia During The Pandemic (KJZZ)
2020
2018
July 11, 2018 – The science of Napping – What is the Length of the Perfect Nap? (Fox10 Phoenix)
2017
July 27, 2017 – Losing Patients to High Deductible Insurance Plans? Third-Party Patient Financing Gives People with Sleep Disorders More Time to Pay (The Lending Club)
July 11th, 2017 – How Technology is Improving our Slumber (Fox10 Phoenix)
March 31, 2017 – Sleep Deprivation and the Student Brain (Cronkite News)
2016
February 18, 2016: – Sleeping on the Job? Some Employers want you to. (3TV Phoenix)
2015
November 5, 2015 – Sleep and Lack of It (Newsladies.net) (Teaser)
November 2, 2015 – Holidays Can Run You Down, Ruin Your Sleep (AZ Central.com)
October 5, 2015 – Most Everyone Experiences Insomnia at Times (AZ Central.com)
September 2, 2015 – Say No to These 3 Things for a Better Night’s Sleep(AZ Central.com)
July 22, 2015 – How to Get a Better Night’s Rest (Rachael Ray)
June 29, 2015 – How to Stay Cool and Sleep Better During the Summer(AZ Central.com)
June 5, 2015 – 5 Sleep Myths You Can Consider Busted (AZ Central.com)
April 24, 2015 – Short Naps Can Improve Performance (The Arizona Republic)
2014 and earlier
Dec 2, 2013 – Health Experts Warn of “Email Apnea” on Cyber Monday (CBS 5)
Nov 24, 2013 – ASU Spirit of Enterprise Winners Honored (Phoenix Business Journal)
Nov 21, 2013 – Overweight Truckers Should be Screened for Sleep Apnea (92.3 KTAR FM)
Aug 30, 2012 – Use Your 5 Senses to Get a Better Night’s Sleep (ABC 15 Phoenix)
Feb 16, 2012 – Introducing Our Top 25 Women in Business (Phoenix Business Journal
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