
Progesterone and the Postmenopausal Woman: Yes, it still matters.
Progesterone and the Postmenopausal Woman: Yes, it still exists. While progesterone is thought of as primarily a uterus hormone essential for getting
If you are a woman who struggles with sleep and has given up, DON’T. Getting a good night’s rest has dramatic impacts on your hormones and well-being. Burning the midnight oil, drinking wine before bed to “wind down,” skipping meals or eating a large meal before bedtime, stress, and more are all deleterious to a woman’s health. And if you are a woman who is struggling to lose weight and you aren’t getting enough quality sleep, fixing that is step number one!
Sleep and women’s hormones are intricately connected. Hormonal changes that occur during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause can have a significant impact on a woman’s sleep patterns and quality of sleep.
It’s important for women to prioritize good sleep hygiene and self-care practices to support their overall sleep health. Here are some tips:
Understanding the relationship between hormones and sleep can help women navigate the changes that occur during different stages of life and make informed decisions to improve their sleep quality.
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If you are struggling with your hormones and sleep, I can help! I am a nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice in WA state. I use an Integrative Medicine approach to women’s health and hormone optimization from pre-, peri-, to post-menopause.
“When women take care of their health, they become their own best friend.” – Maya Angelou
Progesterone and the Postmenopausal Woman: Yes, it still exists. While progesterone is thought of as primarily a uterus hormone essential for getting
For many women, their menstrual cycle is a mystery—something they weren’t fully taught or simply forgot after middle school health class. However, your cycle is
There’s a myth circulating in healthcare that testing for sex hormones during perimenopause is unnecessary—that we should simply treat based on symptoms. While this approach