Episode Details

Waking up with headaches? Your pillow—and your sleep—might be the problem.

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, we break down one of the most overlooked drivers of headaches and migraines: sleep.

From pillow support and sleep position to nighttime routines and breathing patterns, this episode gives you a practical checklist to identify what could be disrupting your sleep—and contributing to your headaches.

We cover:

•  Why your pillow might be causing neck strain and morning headaches 
•  The best sleep positions to reduce headache risk 
•  When your mattress actually matters (and when it doesn’t) 
•  How your nighttime routine and screen time impact sleep quality 
•  Why mouth breathing and airway issues can trigger headaches 

If you’re waking up with headaches, dealing with daily headaches, or constantly trying to fix your sleep setup—this episode will help you figure out what’s actually going on.

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