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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 10h

Ok, here’s the actual number. For entire month of September, IG paid me $13.51. Stay in school kids. Want to help support my work? Follow lullabee_sleep and comment SLEEP to sign up for my sleep newsletter. Both are free to do, but I’ll feel rich with the support.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 11h

The science doesn’t lie. In a two week experiment where people were only allowed to sleep for set periods of time (4hr, 6hr or 8hr), cognitive performance worsened over time. And it was dose dependent. The lower sleep groups had the worst performance. And there was no evidence of plateauing of the

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 14h

Sleep cycles, and why a normal night of sleep doesn’t mean you are 100% asleep

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 16h

We launch Wed 2/25 at noon (EST). And follow lullabee_sleep

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

Kids are little sponges. *posted with their permission*

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 21h

Never seen a brown man with blue eyes I guess 🤷🏽‍♂️

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 22h

Sleep onset associations explained.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

My top reel of 2024. With 40+ million views! But seriously… go to sleep. #gotosleep

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Sharing another popular video from 2024. Thanks for being part of the journey this year. #gotosleep

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

There is no real debate regarding sleep training. It’s a safe and effective option. Read entire report. It was compiled by a journalist who dove deep looking for answers. Search for: IS SLEEP TRAINING HARMFUL? by Tom Vaillant

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Very easy to delay the sleep schedule over winter break. But also presents an opportunity to fix it!

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Do you nap right? Sharing one of my top reels from 2024. For more sleep tips and advice, sign up for my newsletter. Link in bio.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The blind Rubik’s cube solve was my first video to hit over 4 million. But more importantly, people actually listened and went to sleep. Or so they said 😴😴😴

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Another favorite from this last year. The future best friend mentality for sleep.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Sleep deprivation. Can you get used to it? One of my popular videos from 2024.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Hotels have one job. Sleep. And free breakfast. No AI was used in this fancy video🤣. And it would be terrible if it got more views than our super expensive launch video (441K views).

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

But seriously….nothing special really happens at midnight. And I may be biased, but I want to start my New Year with full energy and happiness. Celebrate this new years with some sleep.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Dad, you’re cranky. Time to sleep.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The Galant reflex. Also called the truncal incurvation reflex.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Rhythmic head banging, also known as head banging disorder or rhythmic movement disorder (RMD) or jactatio capitis nocturna, is a repetitive movement pattern that occurs during sleep or drowsiness, primarily in infants and young children. Age of Onset: -Common between 6 months and 2 years of

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The homeostatic sleep drive, also called sleep pressure, is one of the key mechanisms regulating sleep. It reflects the body’s biological need for sleep, which builds up during wakefulness and decreases during sleep. How It Works: 1. Accumulation of Sleep Pressure: -During wakefulness, sleep

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Stitch with the insightful aarondinin Let’s celebrate and recognize the process. And find a way to encourage healthy struggle.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

In case you’re tempted to let them stay up and watch ball drop. This is your sign. No.

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

The resolution to sleep better starts with identifying the issue. See my IG highlights for videos on sleep hygiene and a deep dive into insomnia. And if you want more sleep advice and science, sign up for sleep newsletter. Link in bio. Happy new year. Get some sleep. 😴

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

For chronic insomnia, good sleep isn’t based on “hacks”. The foundation for insomnia is built on Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia (and cognitive shuffling can be considered a technique within CBTi toolkit to help minimize maladaptive thoughts and arousal in bed). See my “highlights” video on

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

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 · 04/10/2026

My kids had the audacity to not read the sleep book I wrote when they were infants. Sleep was hard. Yes, sleep training helped. But it wasn’t easy or fun. If I wasn’t a sleep doc, I probably would have quit. This may be part of the reason I try to share as much information as possible. If it’s hard

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

82 million views later and the boys keep hustling. If you want to support their business, see link in my bio. Since this craziness happened last year, they’ve stayed busy, but they told me they’re ready for more business :)

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

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

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

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 · 03/10/2026

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Sujay Kansagra, MD @thatsleepdoc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

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 · 03/10/2026

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 · 03/10/2026

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 · 02/10/2026

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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