How this new mom finally started sleeping through the night

Kate lives in New York City’s Upper West Side. She’s a finance professional, a new mom, and a nature-lover who loves hiking the Hudson Valley. With a packed schedule, full-time career, and newborn wakeups in the mix, sleep used to feel like something she couldn’t quite control.

“My sleep struggle was being too hot at night while my husband slept cold. We couldn’t agree on the room temperature — and it disrupted both our sleep.”

Then she discovered Eight Sleep — and it changed everything.

Two different sleepers, one perfect solution

Kate and her husband have opposite temperature needs. She prefers -1 or -2, while he sleeps at +1 or +2. The Pod lets them each set their own side, which means no more middle-of-the-night arguments over the thermostat.

“We’re both finally comfortable. I sleep better, and so does he.”

Sleep is critical — especially now

As a new mom balancing work and family, Kate doesn’t have time to feel foggy.

“Sleep is more important now than ever. If I don’t sleep well, I can’t show up for my baby, my job, or even get a workout in. It’s truly critical.”

The Pod helps her make the most of whatever sleep she can get — with consistent temperature, smart alarms, and reminders that help her stay on track.

From pregnancy to postpartum

Kate also used the Pod throughout pregnancy and recovery — including those rough nights postpartum when night sweats were at their worst.

“Being able to cool down during those postpartum nights was incredible. The Pod made a huge difference.”

She tuned the temperature exactly to her needs, adjusting as her body changed week by week.

Wake up without waking the baby

One of Kate’s favorite features? The vibration alarm.

“It doesn’t disturb anyone else — not my husband, and not my newborn. It’s such a gentle, smart way to wake up.”

For a household where every extra minute of rest counts, that subtlety matters.

Energized for the weekend, too

Even with a demanding weekday routine, Kate prioritizes recovery for the things she loves — like hiking the Hudson Valley.

“Getting good sleep isn’t just about being ready for Monday. I want to enjoy my weekends too. Eight Sleep helps me show up for all of it.”

“The Pod has helped me sleep through postpartum night sweats, morning alarms, and everything in between.”

Kate doesn’t just sleep better. She lives better — as a mom, a partner, a professional, and someone who still makes time to hit the trails.