The menstrual cycle, pregnancy and menopause all have an impact on sleep. This is because of the changing levels of hormones that take place at these times. To understand a woman's sleep better, let's examine the effect of the menstrual cycle and menopausal changes on sleep. The quality of sleep can vary with the fluctuations in the menstrual cycle. The hormones estrogen and progesterone both play a role in the menstrual cycle.
Progesterone is known to make a woman feel more sleepy.
After ovulation, there is an increase in progesterone and hence a tendency to feel more fatigued. In the monthly cycle, sleep tends to be worse during menstruation. If you think that your menstrual cycle is affecting the quality of your sleep, you could keep a sleep diary to see if there are changes at certain times during your cycle. If you notice a pattern, you should be more inclined to follow good sleep habits during the low points in your cycle. Menopause A woman's sleep problems do not end when menstruation ceases.