Sleep & Hormones: The Cycle Secret for Better Rest
You know that feeling when you wake up and just know you didn't get enough good sleep? Or maybe you actually slept a decent amount, but you still feel like you've been running a marathon all night. For us girls, it’s not just about the hours logged; our hormones play a seriously sneaky role in the quality of our rest. Honestly, understanding this connection changed my approach to sleep, and I think it'll help you too. The Menstrual Cycle and Sleep Our monthly cycle isn't just about period tracking; it dictates a lot about how we sleep. Hormonal shifts can really mess with our ability to drift off and stay asleep. * Follicular Phase (Days 1-14): Estrogen levels are rising, and usually, this is our sweet spot for sleep. We often feel more energetic and our sleep architecture is pretty stable, meaning less tossing and turning. * Ovulation (Around Day 14): A surge in both estrogen and luteinizing hormone can sometimes cause a temporary dip in sleep quality for some...