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[View the story "#BeautySleep chat on Sleep & Health" on Storify ]#BeautySleep chat on Sleep & Health The chat featured expert Dr. Shelby Freedman Harris, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at Montefiore Medical Center and was co-hosted by our partners at YouBeauty.com (@YouBeauty) Storified by Montefiore Medical · Thu, May 10 2012 12:56:25
Our chat begins to build momentum , here are some posts leading up to the chat. Get ready for some serious #sleep talk! We're hosting a #BeautySleep chat w/ @DrOz 's @YouBeauty May 9 http://bit.ly/SleepChatMontefiore Medical
Get Your #BeautySleep Questions Answered By An Expert During Our Twitter Chat Wednesday, at 11 a.m. EST. http://ybty.co/JX37yGYouBeauty
Need good #sleep ? Join @MontefioreNews Twitter Chat on #BeautySleep w/ @YouBeauty on May 9 at 11am http://fb.me/22vgy2tTiBronx_PR
Just learned about @montefiorenews #BeautySleep chat w/ Dr. Oz's @youbeauty on Wed. Will def. be participating! Who couldn't use more sleep?Array HFS
Get Your #BeautySleep Questions Answered By An Expert During a @YouBeauty Twitter Chat. Tomorrow, at 11 a.m. EST. http://ybty.co/JX37yGBeautySage
RT @BeautyEditorNYC: ask your most pressing sleep questions here, and get them answered in tomorrow's #beautysleep twitter chat http://shar.es/2JsvD @youbeautyPurely Shea
RT @MontefioreNews: Are you getting enough #sleep? Join #BeautySleep chat tomorrow for tips to improve your ZzZz's http://bit.ly/SleepChatLatinaMomBloggers
Our sleep chat with @MontefioreNews starts in less than an hour. Tweet your sleep questions with #BeautySleep at 11am EST.YouBeauty
Only 30min until our #BeautySleep chat w/ @YouBeauty. Have your questions ready for Dr. Harris! http://bit.ly/SleepChatMontefiore Medical
The chat kicks off with an introduction from @YouBeauty Sleep chat starts now! Dr.Harris, Dir. of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Prgm @Montefiore Med Ctr is here to answer questions. #BeautySleepYouBeauty
Sleep chat @youbeauty starts now! Tweet your Qs for Dr. Harris of @Montefiore Med Ctr -use hashtag #beautysleepCourtney Dunlop
Have a question on sleep? Live chat now at @YouBeauty Use #BeautySleep for your questions!MotherNatureNetwork
Have a question on sleep? Live chat now at @YouBeauty Use #BeautySleep for your questions!Lighter Footstep
#beautysleep by @youbeauty will answer your sleeping problems! Go check! :)Miss Makiah
How to ensure a good night's sleep, understanding the effects of lack of sleep. First question! RT @mgpopolo: What is the best time to work out to ensure a good night’s sleep? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
.@mgpopolo Best time to work out is about 5hrs before bedtime. -Dr. Shelby Harris #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
@YouBeauty What are the harmful effects of a lack of sleep? What is considered too little sleep? #BeautySleepLaura Dallas
Q: @laurabdallas What are the harmful effects of a lack of sleep? What is considered too little sleep? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@laurabdallas Issues w/concentration, memory, weight gain, motor issues. Long term possible cardiovascular disease #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
How bad is to sleep with the TV on? #BeautySleepDana Barbine
@DanaBarbine Not ideal. If trouble sleeping, TV noise can awaken you. Light can cause lighter sleep. #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Some interesting questions came in regarding sleeping patterns and making up sleep on the weekends. @youbeauty @montefiore I sleep in really late on Saturdays. If it doesn't interfere with my regular sleep sched is it ok to do? #beautysleepCourtney Dunlop
@BeautyEditorNYC Ok if you sleep fine during the week, but you might want to consider getting a little more sleep everyday -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Q from @PreventionBeaut: How long is a REM cycle & should we plan to sleep in increments of that length to feel refreshed? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@PreventionBeaut Everyone cycles through deep & lighter (REM) sleep 5-7 times a night. REM is just as imp. as deep sleep -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Is it possible to make up sleep on the weekends or must good sleep happen nightly? #beautysleepMotherNatureNetwork
@MotherNatureNet You can make up a little, but not as much as you lose during the week. Keep same bed/wake time nightly -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
@YouBeauty #BeautySleep Q: how long should one nap to wake up feeling energized, not groggy?Prevention Magazine
Q from @PreventionMag: How long should one nap to wake up feeling energized, not groggy? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@PreventionMag If healthy adult, a nap should usually be 20 minutes tops to be refreshing. Longer = deeper sleep = grogginess #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Great advice! Nap time now? RT@montefiorenews: A nap should be 20 minutes tops to be refreshing. Longer=deeper sleep=grogginess #BeautySleepPrevention Magazine
[VID] How much #sleep should you get each night? Watch my 30 second video http://bit.ly/IEZvGd -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Ask Dr. Shelby Freedman Harris: How Much Sleep Should I Get Each Night?montefioremedcenter
Q from @TheBump: Any advice for new moms who wake up often for baby? How can we get the most out of few hrs of sleep? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@YouBeauty@TheBump For newborns it's normal, you're hardwired to do it. Sleep when the baby sleeps. -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
@YouBeauty @TheBump If your room is next to older baby, keep door open but lower monitor volume. You'll hear if he/she needs u #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Ask Dr. Shelby Freedman Harris: Sleep Tips for New Mothersmontefioremedcenter
@YouBeauty why is it that our eyes get darker and puffier when we don't sleep enough? #BeautySleepKatie Van Brunt ?
@HealthyChic1 Lack of #sleep can cause inflammation in the body as well as wrinkling & less firm skin. -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Q: @nycFo: Sometimes I wake up from very intricate stories & feel like my brain worked all night. #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@YouBeauty @nycFo If you feel unrefreshed in the morning, consider seeing a #sleep specialist. -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Q from @LearnVest Is it better to wake up at the same time every day, or sleep in if you go to bed late the night before? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
Hi @YouBeauty, Is it better to wake up at the same time every day, or sleep in if you go to bed late the night before? #beautysleepLearnVest
@LearnVest Best to keep same bed/wake times daily. If late night, occasionally sleep in 1hr but don't do it regularly. -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Q from @HerCampus: What foods should we avoid before sleep to maximize #beautysleep? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@HerCampus Large meals > 3 hrs before bed. Light snack (carb & protein) an hr before bed. Avoid spicy/heavy/greasy foods -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Deb B from Facebook asks: Menopause, when will sleep return to normal? Allergic to natural remedies, melatonin doesn’t work. #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@YouBeauty Might take some time to resolve #menopause. Try Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for #Insomnia http://bit.ly/K51kd1 -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Ask Dr. Shelby Freedman Harris: What is Cognitive Behavior Therapy?montefioremedcenter
Q from @1_raeesa_1 Can a poor sleeping pattern lead to migraines? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@1_raeesa_1 Lack of #sleep can cause #migraines. Also, #SleepApnea can have you wake up w/ morning #headaches -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
@YouBeauty We're curious, does cuddling negatively affect your sleep patterns? #beautysleepYourTango
Q from @YourTango: We're curious, does cuddling negatively affect your sleep patterns? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@YourTango If you wake up feeling good, then probably not. If partner moves a lot, it might impact your sleep. #cuddling #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
@MontefioreNews Thanks for the answer! @YouBeauty #BeautySleepYourTango
Q from @AnnieMarie_: Does mattress quality really matter for better sleep? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@AnnieMarie_ Depends. If it's uncomfortable yes. If chronic insomnia, likely not. http://bit.ly/KmnUhg -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
@YouBeauty I stink at sleeping. Would be better for all parties involved if I moved to the couch during a sleepover? #beautysleepThomas Miller
Q from @TomfooleryTM I stink at sleeping. Would be better for all parties involved if I moved to the couch during a sleepover? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@TomfooleryTM depends how often you're having the overnighters... -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
@YouBeauty i always feel tired all week after getting less than 7 hrs of sleep just one night. how do i "catch up?" #beautysleepnatalie g
Q from @natalie_nyc I always feel tired all week after getting less than 7 hrs of sleep just one night. How do I "catch up?" #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@natalie_nyc Catching up isn't ideal, try to get more #sleep regularly. If you must, a short nap earlier in the day can help. #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Last question from @Little_Debs I sometimes am awakened by pretty bad nightmares, what can I do to stop them? #BeautySleepYouBeauty
@YouBeauty I sometimes am awakened by pretty bad nightmares, what can I do to stop them? #BeautySleepDebbie Hernandez
@Little_Debs Imagery rehearsal therapy is very helpful. For more information: http://on.wsj.com/JeBKS0 via @WSJ -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
Thanks for a fantastic #BeautySleep chat with @MontefioreNews. We’ll be posting an article with more answers and info soon! #BeautySleepYouBeauty
Thanks to our co-hosts @YouBeauty & everyone for submitting your questions! I had a great time helping everyone. -SFH #BeautySleepMontefiore Medical
RTs of some great #BeautySleep Information Great info. RT @MontefioreNews @mgpopolo Best time to work out is about 5hrs before bedtime. -Dr. Shelby Harris #BeautySleepYouBeauty
RT @YouBeauty: Great info. RT @MontefioreNews @mgpopolo Best time to work out is about 5hrs before bedtime. -Dr. Shelby Harris #BeautySleepCourtney Dunlop
RT @YouBeauty: Great info. RT @MontefioreNews @mgpopolo Best time to work out is about 5hrs before bedtime. -Dr. Shelby Harris #BeautySleepDaphne Perugini
RT @YouBeauty: Great info. RT @MontefioreNews @mgpopolo Best time to work out is about 5hrs before bedtime. -Dr. Shelby Harris #BeautySleepDebbie Hernandez
A: @laurabdallas Issues w/concentration, memory, weight gain, motor issues. Long term possible cardiovascular disease #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A: @MontefioreNews @DanaBarbine Not ideal. If trouble sleeping, TV noise can awaken you. Light can cause lighter sleep. #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A: @MontefioreNews @PreventionMag If healthy adult, a nap should be 20 min to be refreshing. Longer =deeper sleep = grogginess. #BeautySleepYouBeauty
Great advice! Nap time now? RT@montefiorenews: A nap should be 20 minutes tops to be refreshing. Longer=deeper sleep=grogginess #BeautySleepPrevention Magazine
Interesting! *Zzzzz* RT@montefiorenews: A nap should be 20 minutes tops to be refreshing. Longer=deeper sleep=grogginess #BeautySleepSkinny Noodles
A: @PreventionBeaut Everyone cycles through deep & lighter (REM) sleep 5-7 times a night. REM is just as imp. as deep sleep-SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
RT @youbeauty: A: Everyone cycles through deep & lighter (REM) sleep 5-7 times a night. REM is just as imp. as deep sleep-SFH #BeautySleepPrevention Beauty
A for @TheBump For newborns it's normal, you're hardwired to do it. Sleep when the baby sleeps. -SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A cont @TheBump If your room is next to older baby, keep door open but lower monitor volume. You'll hear if he/she needs you. #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A for @nycFo If you feel unrefreshed in the morning, consider seeing a #sleep specialist. -SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A for @HealthyChic1 Lack of #sleep can cause inflammation in the body as well as wrinkling & less firm skin. -SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A: @LearnVest Best to keep same bed/wake times daily. If late night, occasionally sleep in 1hr but don't do it regularly. -SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A: @HerCampus Large meals > 3 hrs before bed. Light snack (carb & protein) an hr before bed. Avoid spicy/heavy/greasy foods-SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A for @AnnieMarie_ Depends. If it's uncomfortable yes. If chronic insomnia, likely not. http://bit.ly/KmnUhg -SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A for @1_raeesa_1 Lack of sleep can cause #migraines. Also, SleepApnea can have you wake up w/ morning #headaches -SFH #BeautySleepYouBeauty
A for @YourTango If you wake up feeling good, then probably not. If partner moves a lot, it might impact your sleep. #cuddling #BeautySleepYouBeauty
RT @YouBeauty: Thanks for a fantastic #BeautySleep chat with @MontefioreNews. We’ll be posting an article with more answers and info soon! #BeautySleepMrsDelbert Teddleton
RT @youbeauty: If healthy adult, a nap should be 20 min to be refreshing. Longer =deeper sleep = grogginess. #BeautySleepChristine Berry
