Thrive through Perimenopause and Beyond
Why You're Wired and Tired at 3AM
Waking up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts? You are not alone, >60% of women in their 40s reports sleep issues, often related to the hormonal changes of perimenopause.
Zakiya Owens, MS, CHC
9/29/20251 min read
While you might blame things like hot flashes for your sleepless nights, the reasons are often more complex and surprising. This is a period of profound hormonal recalibration and fluctuation, and your sleep issues are more than just a passing annoyance. On, average women tend to experience perimenopause symptoms for 4-10 years prior to their final menstrual cycle. Poor sleep is linked to your mental health, mood, and long-term health.
In this series of mini-posts, I will break down five insights about sleep disruption during midlife, offering science-backed insights and actionable advice to help you reclaim your rest. It's time to stop feeling like a victim of your hormones and start understanding what's really going on inside your body.
Learn more about Sleep and Perimenopause at my upcoming virtual webinar on 10/2/25, 7:30pm