Night Sweats and Insomnia? The Hormone Connection You Need to Know
Struggling with sleep in perimenopause? Waking up at 3AM, night sweats, racing thoughts, or feeling exhausted no matter how long you’re in bed? In this episode, Dr. Renee (double board-certified OB/GYN and functional medicine physician) breaks down exactly why sleep gets disrupted after 40—and what actually works to fix it.
You’ll learn the real hormonal causes of perimenopause insomnia, what “sleepmaxxing” means, and the 6 key strategies that help women finally get deep, restorative sleep again. Plus, Dr. Renee shares her exact supplement protocol and when to consider BHRT for long-term relief. If you're tired of being told “it’s just aging,” this is for you.
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What You’ll Learn:
Why perimenopause causes insomnia and night waking
The difference between sleep onset vs. sleep maintenance insomnia
What “sleepmaxxing” is and why it’s trending
The 6 pillars of better sleep for women over 40
Best supplements for sleep (magnesium, L-theanine, apigenin)
How to stop racing thoughts at night
When BHRT may be the missing piece
DISCLAIMER: Keep in mind, I am not your doctor. I put this video out for educational and informational purposes only. It is not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have a specific medical concern, please consult your own personal doctor or healthcare professional.
Chapters:
00:00 – Why sleep issues explode in perimenopause
00:58 – What’s happening to estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol
01:29 – The 2 types of insomnia
01:50 – What is “sleepmaxxing”?
02:42 – Pillar #1: Morning sunlight
02:55 – Pillar #2: Cut alcohol after 6PM
03:07 – Pillar #3: Optimize bedroom temperature
03:20 – Pillar #4: Reduce blue light at night
03:31 – Pillar #5: Consistent sleep schedule
03:41 – Pillar #6: Supplements that actually work
04:07 – How to calm a racing brain at night
04:22 – L-theanine + magnesium stack
04:47 – Phosphatidylserine for cortisol spikes
05:03 – Breathing techniques for falling back asleep
05:27 – Nighttime nutrition tips
05:39 – When to consider BHRT for sleep
05:56 – Why HRT is safer than you think
06:16 – Next steps + free webinar
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