Episode 65: 6 Natural Strategies to Improve Sleep, Energy & Hormones in Perimenopause | Summer Series Week 1

Are you exhausted even after a full night's sleep? Do you find yourself waking up between 1 and 4 AM, struggling with brain fog, afternoon energy crashes, stubborn weight gain, or feeling like your body has changed overnight?

In this first episode of The Inspired Wellness Method Summer Series, Michelle and Tab talk about why sleep is the foundation of health for women navigating perimenopause and menopause—and why improving sleep quality may be the missing piece in your wellness journey.

You'll learn what's happening inside your body while you sleep, how hormonal changes impact sleep during midlife, and six practical strategies you can start using today to improve sleep quality, support hormone balance, and wake up feeling more energized.

If you've been told that poor sleep is simply part of getting older, this episode will challenge that belief and give you actionable steps to start feeling better.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

Why sleep is the first foundation Michelle addresses with almost every client

How poor sleep impacts:

Energy levelsWeight managementHormone balanceMood and emotional resilienceBlood sugar regulationCravings and appetite The connection between:

Cortisol and melatoninSleep and metabolismSleep and perimenopause symptomsSleep and hormone health Why women in perimenopause often:

Wake up between 1-4 AMExperience racing thoughts at nightStruggle with hot flashes and night sweatsFeel exhausted but can't fall asleep Six practical strategies to improve sleep naturally

Michelle's 6 Sleep Strategies

Get morning sunlight within 30 minutes of wakingReduce artificial light exposure in the eveningKeep a consistent wake timeCreate a calming nighttime routineAvoid common evening cortisol triggersSupport sleep with proper nutrition and magnesium glycinate when appropriate