Sleep Too much or too little sleep can trigger migraine. Be consistent in your sleep patterns. Maintain a regular bedtime, and wake up at the same time each morning. Hormones For more than half of women with migraine, attacks are linked to the onset of their menstrual periods. Fluctuating estrogen levels are thought to play a role.
Menstrual migraine can be more debilitating, difficult to treat and last longer than other migraine.
Migraine also may worsen in early pregnancy, but in later pregnancy it generally improves. Migraine typically declines in frequency as women age. There is evidence that the use of oral contraceptives or estrogen-replacement therapy can provoke or worsen migraine in some women. Stress and Anxiety A variety of relaxation techniques can help you manage your body's response to life's daily pressures. Learn to pace your activities.