The Calm & Cozy Podcast

Sleep Crown's Founder, Julie Westervelt, makes her comeback on the podcast after a year on the road with her natural sleep aid. I invited Julie to return so she could tell us what it's like being a pioneer in an industry that doesn't completely understand or promote the importance of sleep...YET! We chat about trends in the sleep world, and what it's like being a busy entrepreneur who appreciates rest.

Check out Sleep Crown, Julie's over-the-head pillow, at www.sleepcrown.com, and use the coupon code CALMCOZY to save 10%

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Today’s episode is one I’ve wanted to write for a while. I’ve been using a weighted blanket for about a year, and I love it. I’ve been asked several times about the benefits of weighted blankets, and there’s been some interest from my followers for this episode.

A weighted blanket is a natural, prescription-free source of relief for anxiety and stress of all kinds, as well as trouble falling asleep. A weighted blanket is a quilted blanket that has been filled with tiny pellets to weigh at least 10% of your total body weight. They use the science of Deep Pressure Stimulation to simulate the feeling of being hugged which eases anxiety, symptoms of ADHD and autism in children and adults.

I’ve partnered with a company called Solace Blankets, and that’s the brand I’ve been using nightly. Solace provides free shipping in the United States and Canada, as well as a 100-night trial, and the price of their blanket includes an amazingly soft duvet cover. Use my coupon code SLEEPCOACH15 to save 15% at www.solaceblankets.com

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If you didn’t already know, I’m a big fan of taking time to prepare for bed, whether you’re someone who occasionally has a hard time falling asleep, or you’re a hardcore insomniac. I believe an evening ritual can help anyone transition from day to night peacefully.

You will hear the sleep experts say that you should start to prepare for bed an hour before bedtime. That a “tech curfew” should begin, and you turn off all screens in the house, and engage in relaxing non-blue-screen activities.

So then what do you do if you don’t have 30 minutes to relax before bed?

What do you do if you don’t have 5 minutes to relax before bed?

This episode is for you!

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In this episode I tell you how these 3 sleep products help me every night (and morning) and give a few tips and reviews on getting your hands on 'em.

Blackout stickers from www.mantasleep.com

A sunlight alarm clock from Amazon (the kind I have is from Warkit)

Sleeep earplugs by Flare Audio from www.flareaudio.com

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Self-care is such a buzz word right now, but do you know what it really is? For some, self-care is an expensive weekend away at a spa once a year, but did you know that self-care is something you can practice daily, for free, in your everyday life? In this episode I talk about what self-care is and isn't.

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Today’s episode is about 5 things you shouldn’t be doing right before bed, why you shouldn’t be doing them, and my suggestions for what you could be doing instead. There probably won’t be any big surprises in this list, but a friendly reminder every once in a while wouldn’t hurt, right!?

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On January 13th I turned 40. It’s a big number, and I felt like I shouldn’t let it pass without somehow honouring it publicly. Here's why I love getting older.

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Due to Lavender’s versatile properties, it is considered the must-have oil to have on hand at all times. It’s the oil that does everything. I use lavender daily in a variety of ways. This episode is about lavender oil and the many ways YOU can use it to help with sleep, relaxation, and a number of other things.

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This episode is about making New Year's Resolutions that make you happy or bring joy to others. Let's stop making declarations about changing our bodies or torturing ourselves at the gym. Let's start thinking about how we're showing up in the world on a daily basis and how we are loving and serving others.

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I’ve decided to do one last breast reduction surgery-related episode because I don’t want to drive you all crazy with this. A lot of people have shown an interest in my surgery, so I’m going to share my story here. As a friendly warning, this episode contains a few choice swear words, and is not appropriate for younger listeners. I also say boobs (and other versions of the word) a LOT. These are posts written for my blog, Thirty-Two-Gee, and start at least a month before my surgery. I’m going to read them the way they were written, which is in real time, is really honest, and a little awkward.

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