Menopause is something that women are often told about as they get older, but it is difficult to truly understand it until you experience it for yourself. Although there are many changes that come with menopause, a lot of women are surprised to learn how it impacts their sleep. 

The quality of our sleep can impact how we operate on a daily basis and how well we navigate menopause. In this article, we will discuss the impacts of menopause on sleep and how you can rest easy during this transitional period.

How Menopause Impacts Sleep

It is well-known that a significant number of women experience disruptions to their sleep routine because of menopause. In fact, during menopause, as many as 60% of women report sleep disruptions. 

This can show up in different ways depending on your body and your circumstances. For some women, it means struggling to fall asleep. For others, it can mean struggling to stay asleep. Unfortunately, at the end of the day, your quality of rest is deeply impacted.

The primary culprit behind poor sleep habits during menopause is not the menopause itself. While menopause is the cause, it is actually two specific symptoms of menopause that lead to these disruptions–heat flashes and night sweats. 

These two symptoms impact around 75% of women during menopause. Finding effective ways to push back against heat flashes and night sweats can help you to get more rest at night while your body continues to change.

Staying Comfortable for a Quality Night’s Sleep

There is a long list of options when it comes to improving your quality of sleep. In fact, you have probably been given some of the more common recommendations, like not eating close to bedtime or avoiding alcohol. While it is important to support your body through these changes, you can do a lot by modifying the area where you sleep too.

Use Moisture-Wicking Bedding

Since night sweats are a common concern for women with menopause, it can be helpful to ensure that they don’t impact you during the night. Moisture-wicking bedding, like eucalyptus bed sheets, can be a wonderful way to push back and soak up those night sweats so they won’t bother you. 

Choose Bedding That Keeps You Cool

For heat flashes, it is important to find ways to stay cool. Too many women find themselves struggling to sleep because they are simply too hot. Fortunately, this is another area where the right bedding can make a huge difference. 

Cooling bedding stays nice and cool no matter how hot you get, ensuring you always have a comfortable surface to rest on. It is very soothing to have bedding that keeps you cool, even when your body’s temperature begins to rise.

Rest Easy with Bleu Blanco

Bleu Blanco eucalyptus sheets are made using the eucalyptus plant, which creates eucalyptus fiber bedding that is twice as soft and three times as breathable as traditional cotton sheets. Even better, eucalyptus sheets are also able to absorb 70% more moisture than their cotton alternatives. 

We understand that women need support and comfort during this transitional period and aim to provide products that support women at every stage of their journey. With our dream technology, it is easy for you to stay cool, comfortable, and dry all night long. To find the right sheets for your bed, explore our collection today!