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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 1h

Shift work and sleep. For more practical sleep tips and advice, since up for sleep newsletter. Link in bio.

Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 3h

Hello to the 70,000 new followers from this week (and to all my old ones). I am here to offer advice and education on topics including: Sleep training for infants Sleep challenges for toddlers Teen sleep Adult insomnia Nightmares Narcolepsy Melatonin use and misuse Shift work And anything else you

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 5h

For more sleep advice, tips, and science, sign up for my Sleep Newsletter (link in bio). If you expect an infant in your home this year, you’ll want to follow lullabee_sleep. We have something wild coming... Study references: Al Khatib HK, Harding SV, Darzi J, Pot GK. The effects of partial sleep

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 7h

Getting adequate quantity but still unrefeshed? Think about quality issues like sleep apnea, limb movements of sleep, poor sleep environment, etc. Quality and quantity ok but still sleepy? Think about other causes like meds, medical problems, narcolepsy, etc. If any concerns, talk to your

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 18h

Go to sleep. And if you like nerdy sleep science and evidence based advice, comment SLEEP and i’ll get you my newsletter. Your sleep will thank you.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 20h

Here’s something I talk about with families all the time: sleep and ADHD are deeply connected, and it runs both ways. ➡️ Kids with ADHD are more likely to have sleep problems. Trouble falling asleep, restless nights, and early waking are all really common. ➡️ Poor sleep in ANY child can look a lot

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 23h

Never imagined I’d be thanking you all for 300K but here we are. Wishing you the best sleep that life has to offer. Thanks for being here.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Want some sleep advice, science, humor? Link in bio for my monthly sleep Newletter. And if you expect an infant in your home this year, you’ll want to follow lullabee_sleep. We got something wild coming.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Go to sleep. Your taste buds may thank you.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The best sleep hack is understanding that good sleep isn’t an amalgamation of hacks. It’s finding the root issue and fixing it. And sleep science has advanced far enough that we usually can figure out the root issue (or issues)… chronic insomnia, sleep hygiene, RLS, sleep apnea, anxiety, delayed

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Remix with squirrel_boxes Hi squirrels. Here are some sleep tips for those loud nights. 1. Small ear plugs 2. Really small white noise machine 3. Sound proofing your home with extra leaves 4. Tail blanket. Need I say more? Squirrel life ain’t easy.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We need standard time year round! Photo credits: Washington Post: Justin Grieser, Joe Fox, Tim Meko

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Go to bed. If you can’t, my newsletter on “Sleep hacks that actually work” is coming out tomorrow. Comment SLEEP and I’ll add you to the list.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Help support my grind by sharing Lullabee with someone expecting a baby. Or comment LULL and I’ll send you a link.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Here are some tips to help toddlers take better naps: 1. Stick to a Schedule -Aim for naps at the same time each day. -Typical nap times: mid-morning & early afternoon for younger toddlers and one nap around noon for older ones. -should fall asleep within 15-20min if timed right. 2. Create a

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Orthosomnia, or sleep problems caused by an obsession with achieving “perfect sleep,” is becoming more common due to wearable sleep trackers and sleep anxiety. Here are some practical tips to manage it: 1. Embrace flexibility: Understand that perfect sleep is unrealistic, and small disruptions

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Great infographic from my friends at aasmorg. And yes, a small percentage of people fall outside this range. How much do you sleep?

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Please send me feedback. This video will go to all new Lullabee customers. Thoughts?

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Graduated Extinction for sleep training infants. AKA Ferber. Thoughts on sleep training?

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A video for mild nighttime fears in 3-6yo. If this works, PLEASE let me know. So many more videos can be made:) This is not medical advice and not meant to be treatment for anxiety. If your child has anxiety that isn’t limited to mild nighttime fears, talk to your doctor. A few points: 1. The

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Sleep training 101. And 102. Do what works for you and your family, even if that’s not sleep training. Sleep training is a safe and effective option. But it’s still just an option. #sleeptraining #infants *not medical advice*

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

See two of my last four posts for sleep training info. And in my highlights you’ll find a deep dive video that walks you through it all, step-by-step. If you want more sleep tips and science, sign up for my sleep newsletter. Link in bio. IB: payalforstyle

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Comment SLEEP and I’ll get you my newsletter. New one with sleep “hacks” that actually work is out Friday. Ok here is what the research actually says: No study has tested this eye movement technique for sleep. Zero. Side-to-side eye movements can calm the brain’s fear center, but that’s been

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Because sometimes they can’t hear it from you. Let me be the bad guy.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

This is why wake windows also have to be a wide range. You can’t say 2.5hr and expect all infants to obey. They don’t care what your wake windows chart says. Reference: Iglowstein I, Jenni OG, Molinari L, Largo RH. Sleep duration from infancy to adolescence: reference values and generational

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Full disclosure #1: mrbeast has no idea we are locked in this epic race to the top. But that’s my strategy. Sneak attack!!! Muahahahaha Full disclosure #2: I’m not the second leading influencer in Greenville. All of Mr. Beast’s crew has me beat (@karljacobs, chandlerhallow, nolanhansen, tareqq,

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Diagnostic criteria for chronic insomnia disorder (based on ICSD3): Criteria A-F must be met: A. The patient reports, or the patient’s parent or caregiver observes, one or more of the following: ��-Difficulty initiating sleep. ��-Difficulty maintaining sleep. ��-Waking up earlier than

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Four actionable items for 3 month olds: 1. Put down to sleep drowsy (if possible) 2. Keep up the nighttime routine 3. Last wake window should be around 2hr (but will vary based in individual child’s sleep need). 4. If pumping breast milk, giving milk pumped at night at nighttime can help give baby

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

RFK Jr. Voice Explained: Spasmodic Dysphonia (SD) is a chronic neurological voice disorder that causes involuntary spasms of the vocal cords, leading to interruptions in speech. It is considered a type of focal dystonia, meaning it affects only the muscles of the larynx (voice box). Causes The

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Oh you want data? Here are some great places to start: Meta-analysis looking at 52 studies on sleep training: PMID 17068979 Randomized control trial with 1 year outcomes: PMID: 27221288 Long term outcome study looking 5 years after sleep training for any benefits AND harms: PMID: 22966034 Recent

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Do you live on wrong side of time zone

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

There are definitely differences in sleep between genders. The rate of insomnia, depth of sleep, rate of sleep disruption have all shown differences. And when it comes to overall sleep need, there are likely differences too, but best we can tell based on available epidemiological studies, the

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

When you sleep… Mood wins. Focus wins. Energy wins. Memory wins. Attention wins. Immunity wins. Cognition wins. Creativity wins. Gut health wins. Motivation wins. Endurance wins. Skin health wins. Metabolism wins. Productivity wins. Coordination wins. Reaction time wins. Recovery rate wins. Mood

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Sleep debt is very real and can put your brain into a cognitive fog. Our brain keeps track of awake time through the homeostatic sleep drive. Don’t skimp on sleep and accumulate a debt. The brain always knows. And it will come to collect.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Sleep between zero and six weeks. Here are some actionable items: 1. Safe sleep is crucial. Google “AAP safe sleep recommendations” 2. Breast milk melatonin can help set day/night cycles. If pumping, may want to give milk pumped at night during nighttime hours. 3. Start a nighttime routine. 4.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Help me help you #gotosleep. Consider this your sign that it’s time for bed. And I know many of you want to but can’t. I’m a sleep doctor and child neurologist. I’ll help you and your family sleep better. Join us on the sleep train. And if you want even more sleep tips and info, sign up for

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

What’s more important? The time you get in bed or the length of sleep? Based on a large meta analysis, length seems important to lifespan. But under 6 and over 9 increased risk of all cause mortality. The >9hr likely due to other health conditions that increase sleep need, like sleep apnea, heart

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Before I can help all of you sleep, I have to make sure I sleep well at night. And that involves using this platform to promote sleep in ways that are backed by the science. When it comes to sleep supplements, there are only two that are routinely used in the treatment of specific sleep disorders

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Here are some additional details of this pediatric sleep study: PMID: 20974775 Study participants: 75 typically developing infants whose parents volunteered. Sleep metric use: sleep diaries reported by parents, with quality assurance from intermittent video correlation with sleep

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Study reference: PMID: 18172690 Photo reference: What colour are your eyes? Teaching the genetics of eye colour & colour vision.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

In 2023, approximately 107,500 people worldwide died from measles, with the majority being children under five years old.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Why do we sleep? Mood Focus Energy Memory Attention Immunity Cognition Creativity Gut health Motivation Endurance Skin health Metabolism Productivity Coordination Reaction time Recovery rate Mood stability Muscle growth Blood pressure Impulse control Appetite control Decision making Insulin

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Some day we’ll get rid of daylight saving and keep standard time year round. Until then, I’ll keep making videos about it.

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