Ep. 539 “Waking Up at 3AM Every Night?” – The Best Sleep Strategies for Women on HRT  | Menopause & Sleep

Ep. 539 “Waking Up at 3AM Every Night?” – The Best Sleep Strategies for Women on HRT | Menopause & Sleep

Author: Everyday Wellness™ January 8, 2026 Duration: 16:46
We have another Midlife Minute episode today, dedicated to a single theme, where I answer listener questions one at a time in a concise and focused format. Join me today as we dive into HRT and sleep issues. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: How persistent vasomotor symptoms can continue to disrupt sleep, even once hormone levels are optimized Different types of hormones and delivery methods can impact sleep quality. Why we tend to get sleepy earlier in the evening and wake up earlier in the morning as we age Estrogen and progesterone impact sleep quality in different ways. How chronic underlying stress, anxiety, and mood issues impact sleep quality The value of cognitive behavioral therapy and structured insomnia interventions Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on ⁠⁠X⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ Check out Cynthia’s ⁠⁠website⁠⁠ Submit your questions to ⁠⁠support@cynthiathurlow.com⁠⁠ Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community:⁠⁠ The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow⁠⁠  Cynthia’s⁠⁠ Menopause Gut Book⁠⁠ is on presale now! Cynthia’s⁠⁠ Intermittent Fasting Transformation⁠⁠ Book ⁠⁠The Midlife Pause Supplement Line⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://themidlifepause.com/products/mlp-inositol⁠⁠

Navigating the changes that come with midlife can feel isolating, but it doesn't have to be a solo journey. Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+ is a conversation grounded in evidence and empathy. Host Cynthia Thurlow brings her perspective as a nurse practitioner and a woman in this life stage, translating complex science into practical strategies. With over 25 years in health and wellness, including a widely-viewed TEDx talk on intermittent fasting, she connects the dots between hormones, metabolism, and long-term vitality. This podcast delves into the nuanced realities of perimenopause and beyond, moving past generic advice to explore personalized nutrition, sustainable fitness for changing bodies, and managing sleep and stress. It’s a resource for anyone seeking to understand the *why* behind their symptoms and find actionable steps that fit into a real, busy life. The discussions are direct, informed by the latest research, and focused on empowering women to advocate for their own health. Tune in for honest dialogues that replace confusion with clarity and foster a sense of community around shared experiences.
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