4 surprising sleep problems in perimenopause and menopause
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 พ.ค. 2024
- Poor sleep can be one of the most common perimenopause and menopause symptoms, including trouble falling asleep and waking up during the night; but there can also be some unexpected sleep problems that may develop or worsen during the menopausal transition.
This week I take a look at 4 of these lesser-known and surprising sleep issues:
Vivid dream or no dream at all
Nightmares or night terrors
Sleepwalking or talking
Snoring
I discuss what causes these sleep problems and what you can do to help yourself sleep better.
Chapters:
0:00 4 surprising sleep problems in perimenopause and menopause
0:58 Vivid dream or no dream at all
2:37 Nightmare or night terrors
7:09 Sleepwalking or talking
8:24 Snoring
8:55 What else can help
Products mentioned in this video:
A.Vogel Sleep Well Dissolvable Granules - www.avogel.co.uk/herbal-remed...
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According to our online symptom checker, poor sleep is the second most common symptom of perimenopause and menopause.* correct as of 04/24
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*Eileen Durward is a certified menopause coach (3rd age woman peri-post menopause instructor). The information in this video is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.*
I only hope to sleep a whole night ...
I'm struggling so badly , with sleep anxiety and morning anxiety, it just come out of the blue unexpected 💙! It's so debilitating affected my immune system and my mental heath 😮
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Hope my tips are helpful for you Jane. I've also posted a vlog just on morning anxiety so please do take a look.
www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/is-anxiety-in-the-morning-a-menopause-symptom/
Best Wishes
Eileen
It would be nice to just SLEEP at night!
Thank you so much for talking about this very serious issue.....sleep has been my biggest enemy on and off for years but seems to has gotten worst lately....anyone who experience sleepless nights knows how difficult it can be...it increases anxiety which is a vicious circle.....am so thankful and grateful for these weekly and timely vlogs the tips and advice are always welcome...thanks Eillen❤
You're welcome, good to hear that this has been helpful for you x
Definitely watch what you are in putting during the day. Someone will say something "bad for my brain" during the day, I tell them " if I have a nightmare tonight I'm calling you up even if it's at 3 in the morning" they usually laugh.
I like this idea. I may say this to people too. Lol
@@yvettebennett6170 it has to be your friends and family of course. Lol
Good strategy, pattycake!
Best Wishes
Eileen
@pattycake8272 I am the kind of person that would say it to just about anyone. Kindly of course. They won't know if I am joking or serious.
@@yvettebennett6170 I'm to shy, I admire your forth coming.😎
I struggle to calm my active brain despite trying many recommendations. I've also had night terrors, which are awful. I'm now trying white noise, especially gentle rain. Informative vlog, Eileen, thank you. 😊
You're welcome Anna, ah, I hadn't thought of white noise, thanks for that!
Best Wishes
Eileen
Cannabis is the reason I can sleep. 51 here and about to celebrate one year of no bleeding on Mothers day.
It's been a horrible journey. I was not prepared.
Great that you found something that helps!
Will I ever be normal again. Disconnect from all electronics especially on the weekends.
This was an interesting one for sure. I am glad i am on the right track with figuring out its my brain that wakes me up early and I am unable tonfall back asleep. I have no problem falling asleep. I cants stay asleep.
Hi Yvette
You may find the Night Essence helpful here. Flower Essences work on reducing the brain's 'chatter' allowing the mind to stay switched off for longer
www.avogel.co.uk/jan-de-vries/bach-flower-remedies/night-essence/
Best Wishes
Eileen
I have had nightmares all the time for the last 5 years. It's horrible. I am in the peri stage and so badly want this to be over. I dread sleeping. Thank you for the video.
You're welcome Sarah! You could try the Night Essence, as the Essences are known to help ease emotional distress
www.avogel.co.uk/jan-de-vries/bach-flower-remedies/night-essence/
Best Wishes
Eileen
Lol I started calling my dreams LSD dreams because they were so weird. But resently sometimes I don't dream at all, which is so great, a much better sleep.
I am in perimeno, and it happens to me the sleep paralysis . My specialist told me it's when there is a time between the brain wok up and the body wok up . Just try to go back and don t panic usually it took less than few minutes before both get in the same time and you wok up normally. Than you very much for what you are doing. You really saved my life from going crazy . Could you do a video on the perimeno and understand where we are and how long to get to the other side. Thank you very much again.
You're welcome, glad to be of help!
I have posted a vlog on perimenopause ending, here's the link for you
What are the signs that perimenopause is ending? | A.Vogel Talks Menopause (avogel.co.uk)
Best Wishes
Eileen
Thank you for a helpful video. Would it be possible to do one about having PMS-like symptoms in menopause please? Apparently this can be quite common 😮
Hi Wendel
Yes, PMS-like symptoms are really common especially in the beginning of the menopause. Although hormone levels are falling, there can still be a sort of monthly cycle for quite a while. Hormones are not high enough to trigger a bleed but can often cause the usual PMS symptoms that were experienced before periods stopped
Best Wishes
Eileen
I get to sleep I do have vivid dreams but in black and white so I know it's a dream. But I wake up any time between 3.15am and 6.00am.
I have given up that this stage in peri life that women will get a good night's sleep. Too much going on with our bodies. I have been power napping. I have the vivid dreams. I do love those. Some of my best novel ideas have come from those dreams.
That's great Safyne!
Best Wishes
Eileen
Have you got a video on HRT ? What is your opinion 😢
Hi
As we focus on more natural remedies and treatment for the perimenopause and menopause we don't do any articles on HRT, sorry. If anyone wishes to try HRT, we advise that they seek proper medical advice from their doctor who will be able to give them the best options for their specific circumstances
Best Wishes
Eileen
Does anybody wake up in the early morning and just feel so sick. It takes about an hour to “come right” and the feeling of unwell, to wear off. What is the cause ?
This is usually due to imbalanced blood sugar levels. Eating a protein and fibre rich snack before bed can help and keeping something like oat cakes beside your bed to eat as soonas you wake up (Like with pregnancy nausea) this can help. Add cinnamon to your diet, this helps balance blood sugars. Nettles are also great, you can drink nettle tea or try our nettle tincture. Our Molkosan prebiotic drink can help as well. I hope this helps!