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Be a Sleep Warrior: How to Take Naps as you Juggle Work & Mommy Life

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Getting extra sleep through naps can improve your quality of life.

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Sleep depravity is a real problem for many people, especially working mothers who have a lot to deal with it. This problem can lead to productivity issues at work and mood problems. You know you need to be focused at home and work.

Perhaps this is one reason some companies are considering in-office to help keep workers on their feet. Now, these power nap stations are not that popular yet, but that does not mean you cannot take control of your sleep by passing on suggestions to your boss about nap stations and using the following tips.

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