Podcast
The Sleep Solution
Hosted by Ellen · EN
If you’re exhausted, overstimulated, and secretly wondering why something as basic as sleep feels like a full-time job… this podcast is for you. I’m Ellen Sommers, sleep coach, working mum, and woman who has absolutely lived the 3 a.m. “why am I awake?” life.
Welcome to The Sleep Solution. Here, we keep it real. No impossible routines. No guilt. No pressure to overhaul your entire life. Just simple, relatable guidance that actually works for real people with messy evenings, busy minds, and zero extra bandwidth.
Each week, I’ll share gentle lessons, practical tools, and calming perspectives to help your nervous system slow down, your nights feel softer, and your mornings feel like you again. If you’ve ever thought, “I just want sleep to feel easy,” you’re in the right place. Subscribe to The Sleep Solution — and let’s help your body rest, one honest, soothing episode at a time.
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Episodes
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Why Napping Isn’t the Villain (But Sometimes… It Is)
Feb 1900:04:49Tap to summarizeNaps can help—or hurt—your sleep depending on how and when you take them. Ellen breaks down the difference between restorative naps and the sneaky naps that sabotage your nights. Learn why your body craves naps, how long they should be, and how to use them wisely. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal to support your daily rhythms.Keywords: naps, daytime fatigue, sleep rhythm, sleep tips, energy crash, rest habitsGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →5 Bedtime Rituals That Take Under 5 Minutes
Feb 1600:04:41Tap to summarizeShort on time? These five tiny bedtime rituals take less than five minutes each and can make a surprisingly big impact on your sleep. Ellen shares simple, real-life habits that calm your nervous system quickly and fit into even the busiest evenings. Follow the show and check out The Sleep Reset Journal to build your own soothing nighttime rituals.Keywords: bedtime rituals, quick sleep tips, calming habits, evening routine, nervous system, better sleepGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →What to Do When Your Thoughts Spiral at Night
Feb 900:04:30Tap to summarizeStruggling with late-night spiralling thoughts? Ellen explains why your mind gets louder at bedtime and how to calm the mental tornado without forcing yourself to “think of nothing.” Learn simple body-first techniques, gentle mental redirects, and evening habits that reduce spiralling before it starts. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal to lighten your mental load before bed.Keywords: spiralling thoughts, nighttime anxiety, calming the mind, overthinking at night, sleep tips, nervous systemGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →How to Create a Bedtime Routine You’ll Actually Stick To
Feb 200:04:02Tap to summarizeTired of routines you abandon after a few days? Ellen explains how to build a bedtime routine that works for real life, not perfect-life fantasies. Learn how to use familiar habits as anchors, add calming cues, and keep things simple enough to repeat. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal to design a routine that actually sticks.Keywords: bedtime routine, evening habits, simple sleep tips, calming cues, realistic routine, better restGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →How to Build a Calming Evening Rhythm That Actually Feels Good
Jan 2600:05:36Tap to summarizeForget rigid evening routines. In this episode, Ellen shows you how to create a soft, flexible evening rhythm that supports real-life sleep. Learn how to choose an anchor, shift your pace, create a gentle cutoff, and build nights that feel calming instead of stressful. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal to build your personalised wind-down rhythm.Keywords: bedtime routine, evening habits, simple sleep tips, calming cues, realistic routine, better restGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →The Hidden Habit That’s Sabotaging Your Sleep Every Night
Jan 1900:05:06Tap to summarizeSometimes it’s not what you do before bed, it’s the pace you do it at. In this episode, Ellen reveals the subtle evening habit that keeps your brain in go-mode and sabotages your sleep without you noticing. Learn how small shifts in your pace can transform your nights. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal for simple, supportive tracking tools.Keywords: evening habits, nervous system, sleep sabotage, bedtime routine, overwhelmed evenings, better sleepGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →Stop Waking Up at 3 a.m: What Your Body’s Really Trying to Tell You
Jan 1200:04:47Tap to summarizeIf you keep waking up around three in the morning, you’re not alone. Ellen explains why this happens and what your body is trying to communicate. Learn how stress, blood sugar, and your nervous system play a role, and discover simple evening shifts that help you stay asleep longer. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal for gentle nightly support.Keywords: 3 a.m. wake-ups, cortisol, middle-of-the-night anxiety, sleep patterns, nervous system, better restGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →7 Small Tweaks That Make a Big Difference to Your Sleep This Week
Jan 500:04:54Tap to summarizeBig sleep improvements don’t require dramatic routines. In this episode, Ellen shares seven tiny, realistic tweaks that can transform your sleep without overhauling your life. From softer lighting to micro-pauses to small evening cues, discover how tiny changes lead to powerful results. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal to track your nightly shifts with ease.Keywords: sleep tips, small habits, better evenings, simple routines, sleep improvement, realistic wellnessGet The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →How to Reset Your Sleep Without Overnight “Miracle Habits”
Dec 2900:04:39Tap to summarizeWish you could reset your sleep without trying extreme routines or unrealistic habits? In this episode, Ellen shares the small, sustainable shifts that actually help your body find its natural rhythm again. Learn how to create gentle cues, anchor your evenings, and reset your internal clock without overhauling your entire life. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal for simple, supportive sleep tools.Keywords: sleep reset, circadian rhythm, evening habits, better sleep, simple routines, realistic wellness Get The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
Transcribe →The Shocking Truth About "Revenge Bedtime Procrastination"
Dec 2200:05:13Tap to summarizeWhy do we stay up late even when we’re exhausted and desperate for sleep? In this episode, Ellen unpacks the emotional root of revenge bedtime procrastination and why it’s not a sign of laziness or poor discipline. Learn how the brain fights for “me time,” why you resist bedtime, and simple ways to reclaim your evenings without sabotaging your mornings. Follow the show and check the link for The Sleep Reset Journal for gentle, doable evening support.Keywords: bedtime procrastination, staying up late, me time, overwhelmed moms, night routines, sleep help Get The Sleep Reset Journal HERE
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