Second Season Health Episode 8 - Sleep in midlife

Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE! ✅ If your sleep has changed in perimenopause or menopause, you’re not crazy—and the fixes may not be what you think. Hormones, blood sugar, stress, and even your sleep tracker may impact more than you realize. This episode is especially useful if you are in perimenopause or menopause, waking up unrefreshed, struggling with hot flashes, sleep apnea, or feeling frustrated the strategies that used to work just don’t anymore. It is a reassuring, honest, and empowering reminder that your body is not broken—it’s giving you valuable information. Keywords: Perimenopause, sleep, menopause, sleep issues, hormones, hot flashes, sleep apnea, cortisol and sleep, blood sugar and sleep, sleep tracker anxiety, melatonin, morning sunlight, midlife health Key topics: Why progesterone and estrogen shifts can trigger hot flashes, night waking, and that exhausted-but-wired feeling White noise, tablets, TVs in the bedroom, and blue light steals sleep How sleep trackers can create more stress / your body has answers! What sleep apnea looks like now, hint: it’s more than a weight issue! How blood sugar, cortisol, and adrenal stress connect to middle-of-the-night waking Sleep routines, morning sunlight, melatonin, and practical ways to support better rest Timestamps: 00:00 Sudden changes in sleep 01:20 Better sleep hygiene 04:33 Night owls, sleep habits, and the best sleep window 06:13 Can sleep trackers create more stress? 09:34 Stress, life changes, and personalized sleep support 11:47 Perimenopause, hot flashes, and disrupted sleep 12:58 Protecting your sleep with consistent routines 14:01 Morning sunlight / resetting your body clock 16:05 Melatonin: how to use it thoughtfully 18:48 Blood sugar, stress, and nighttime waking 19:53 The power of self-compassion 21:31 Closing thoughts and where to get support This isn’t just another health podcast—it’s your blueprint for thriving during a season often misunderstood as decline. Recognize your body’s wisdom, learn to listen, and unlock the tools to support your best life now! Perfect for women over 40 feeling overwhelmed by symptoms or seeking a fresh perspective on health, this episode offers hope, science, and practical strategies. We bring decades of real-world experience, lived stories, and scientific insights to help you reframe aging and embrace your season with confidence. Join us and discover how to turn your health challenges into powerful opportunities for growth and vitality. The journey to thriving after 40 starts here. 💪 Disclaimer: The information shared in this video content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical advice. We are not medical doctors, nor is this a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. The goal of presenting this information is to empower you with knowledge of foundational and functional health, as well as give you natural strategies to promote ongoing health. Individual results may vary, and all health decisions should be made with a qualified healthcare professional. Find us on Instagram, and Facebook: @prosperingwellness @sarah-rhoden @whollyheartnutrition ________________________________________________________________ Brittany’s website: www.prosperingwellness.com Sarah’s website: www.sarah-rhoden.com Susan’s website: www.whollyheartnutrition.com