Sleep, Stress, and Sanity with Dr. Ritu Saluja Sharma - MOM FAV!

In this encore episode of Mama Work It, Marisa revisits one of the podcast's most impactful conversations with Dr. Ritu Saluja Sharma about the powerful connection between sleep, stress, hormones, and overall health. For working moms, sleep deprivation and chronic stress often become a way of life. But as Dr. Ritu explains, poor sleep can affect everything from energy levels and mood to weight management, immunity, and mental clarity. In this episode, you'll learn: How chronic stress impacts your body and brain Why sleep is essential for physical and emotional health The relationship between hormones, stress, and fatigue Simple strategies to improve sleep quality Practical ways moms can prioritize rest without guilt Whether you're feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or simply exhausted from juggling work and motherhood, this conversation offers science-backed insights and realistic advice to help you reclaim your energy and sanity. This episode is being sponsored by AirDoctor, Newsweek's Readers' Choice Award for best air purifier. Go to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code MAMA to get $250 off select AirDoctor air purifiers, plus AirDoctor’s 30-day money back guarantee. This is an exclusive podcast only offer for Mama Work It listeners, available now at www.AirDoctorPro.com! Connect with Dr. Ritu here: www.headhearthandsmd.com Don't forget to subscribe to the Mama Work It newsletter: www.mamaworkit.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices