Sujay Kansagra, MD
thatsleepdoc.bsky.social
Sujay Kansagra, MD
@thatsleepdoc.bsky.social
I help you and your family sleep. Double boarded (sleep and child neuro), Professor at Duke, book author, blah blah blah
Will you be my friend and follow?
September 3, 2025 at 1:12 AM
What’s your next move?
September 3, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Do you nap right?
September 2, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Every time.
#sleep
September 2, 2025 at 7:18 PM
References:
Babysleep.com - search “sleep regressions” for Dr. Mindell article

New York Times article: Are sleep regressions real? By

Sadly, sources like ChatGPT will say they are real, but it’s simple taking all of the misinformation online and packaging it up for you in a single,
September 2, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Do you have chronic insomnia? You may need Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia

Do you have restless leg? You may need your iron levels checked.

Do you have delayed sleep wake phase? You may need to advance your body clock with timed light, and maybe melatonin.

Do you have poor sleep
September 2, 2025 at 1:12 PM
The patients are resilient, brave, and full of fight.

The parents are advocates, strong, and dedicated.

Pediatric neurology can have challenging moments, much like any profession. But it is also filled with joy, laughter and healing.

How can you not?

Inspired by the hilarious
September 2, 2025 at 1:07 AM
The things I do to get you to sleep. But if even a few of you say it worked, it’s worth it.

Inspired by the very funny Bless You video from
September 1, 2025 at 10:15 PM
The things I do to get you to sleep. But if even a few of you say it worked, it’s worth it.

Inspired by the very funny Bless You video from
September 1, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The things I do to get you to sleep. But if even a few of you say it worked, it’s worth it.

Inspired by the very funny Bless You video from
September 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Like with any research, there are clear limitations to this study. For one, it was in France and there are cultural differences.

But I suspect most moms would file this under the “Not Sh*t Sherlock” category of research
September 1, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The things I do to get you to sleep.

And if you like to sleep, sign up for my newsletter (link in bio).

And if you can’t sleep because of a baby (or expecting one), you’ll want to follow We got something WILD coming.

Inspired by the very funny Bless You video from
September 1, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Where do you live? #sleep
August 31, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Start the school year with sleep.
August 31, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Put away the app.
There’s a nap for that.
August 31, 2025 at 4:24 PM
I don’t cheat on sleep. She always knows when I’ve been unfaithful.
August 31, 2025 at 1:02 PM
data supports melatonin use when trying to adjust a circadian rhythm such as in delayed sleep wake phase syndrome, jet lag, and shiftwork sleep disorder. There is also a role in promoting sleep in those with co-morbid neurologic disorders.

Most healthy older infants and toddlers have behavioral
August 31, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Fixing the sleep schedule for back to school.
#parenting
#sleep
August 30, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Your circadian preference is called your Chronotype. We are all somewhere on the spectrum from early bird to night owl. Some are in the middle.

A fun way to see where you fall is to take the MORNINGNESS-EVENINGNESS QUESTIONNAIRE (google it).

Delayed circadian chronotyoe (aka night owls) are
August 30, 2025 at 7:23 PM
The strategy holds true for small time zone changes. If you’re flying across continents, you may want to try shifting your timing before you fly to get a jumpstart on the jet lag.
August 30, 2025 at 4:25 PM
It’s me. I’m watching you. And telling you it’s time to sleep.
August 30, 2025 at 1:02 PM
The truth hurts. Engagement.
August 30, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Go to bed. Social media will still be here in the morning.

Amazing video from
These videos blow me away every time.
August 29, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Here a list of common sleep issues and typical solutions. This is not medical advice. Seek professional help if needed. 

1. Sleep hygiene problem – Poor sleep environment or habits disrupt sleep.
Solution: Consistent bedtime, same schedule all week, cool/dark/quiet room, avoid
August 29, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Schedule your day around your need for sleep, not your sleep around the needs of the day
August 29, 2025 at 4:26 PM