07/14/2025
Let’s talk sleep! 😴
So many of us 40+ & menopausal women are struggling with deep, restful sleep — and it impacts everything. From mood and metabolism to immune health and weight loss resistance.
Sleep’s been one of my biggest challenges since peri-menopause, but I’ve learned so much through consistent nightly routines.
Full transparency: I’ve been slacking lately, so this is my weekly challenge to get back on track! Who’s with me? 💪🛏️
Starting tonight, my 9 PM routine is sacred – no more TV after! Here’s my fun, concise plan:
💊Vitamins & Magnesium: Pop my sleep-supporting supplements (product link in comments)
💧Hydrate: Bring water only nightstand for immediate morning rehydration.
🪥Oral Care: Brush, floss, and tongue scrape (my obsession!).
📴Digital Detox: Phone on silent, face down, off-limits until after my morning walk/stretch/journal. Family/friends know to call my husband for emergencies 7 pm-7 am.
🛁Skin & Comfort: Take a warm shower or bath, remove contacts/makeup, do skincare, moisturize hands/feet, then comfy, loose PJs.
🙅♀️Avoid Alcohol: Steer clear of alcohol, which disrupts sleep and morning energy. Don’t get me wrong, I love the occasional glass of wine but it’s a sleep trade-off!
📚Read & Relax: Read for 10-20 minutes until eyes get heavy.
💡Lights Out: Earplugs in, light off.
😷Deep Sleep Sexy Prep: Don favorite light-blocking sleep mask (this is the best one I have found: https://a.co/d/bP0FS6H).
🙏🏻Wind Down: Say prayers and give thanks as I drift off.
☀️Bonus Tip: Morning Matters! A great night’s sleep truly begins in the morning. Upon waking, I immediately hydrate, get dressed, and head outside for 10-15 minutes of sunlight, a light walk then gentle stretch. This jumpstarts my day with movement and regulates my circadian rhythm, setting the stage for solid sleep. Mel Robbins’ Million Dollar Morning episode discusses this in detail: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-40/)
