The Egg Whisperer Show Why Sleep Matters for Fertility with guest Dr. Andrea Matsumura, The Sleep Goddess MD
Dec 31, 2025
27:08
Today on The Egg Whisperer Show, we're diving into a topic that's often overlooked but absolutely essential for anyone on a fertility journey: sleep. I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Andrea Matsumara, also known as the Sleep Goddess MD. Dr. Matsumara is a board-certified sleep medicine physician and the founder of the Dream Sleep Method. Together, we explore how sleep impacts hormone health, egg quality, and overall fertility, and why prioritizing restorative sleep can make a real difference for anyone trying to conceive. Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Click here. In this episode, we cover:
- The connection between sleep, hormone health, and fertility
- Dr. Matsumara's story and why she created the Dream Sleep Method
- The DREAM mnemonic and how each component relates to fertility
- How stress, blue light, and emotions impact sleep and reproductive health
- The role of circadian rhythms and identifying your sleep archetype
- Medical conditions like sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome that can affect women's sleep
- Practical tips for improving sleep, including environment, routines, and when to seek professional help
- Dr. Andrea Matsumara's website: Sleep Goddess MD
- The Dream Sleep Method information: Dream Sleep Method
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine: Sleep Education
- Menopause Society: Menopause Society
- Join The IVF Class
- Find Dr. Aimee's Fertility Essentials & Supplements