
Episode 595: Waking Up at 3 a.m.? Here's What's Actually Going On (And What to Do About It)
About this episode
If you've ever found yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 a.m., wondering why your body suddenly forgot how to sleep, you're not alone.
As someone deep in the perimenopausal years, I know firsthand how frustrating middle-of-the-night waking can be. And unfortunately, many of us respond in ways that make the problem worse.
In this episode, I break down what's happening biologically, why hormonal shifts often disrupt sleep, and the simple practices that can help you navigate those wakeful hours with a little more ease.
Sleep isn't something you force.
It's something you create the conditions for.
And sometimes the smallest shifts make the biggest difference.
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