How is sleep affected by age in women?

Women sleep less as they go through the stages of their life, according to Patricia Geraghty, NP. Find out how sleep changes during menstruation, pregnancy, post-pregnancy, and menopause.

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Up Next

  • Why do women have more difficulty sleeping than men?

  • How do perimenopause and menopause affect sleep quality?

  • Do sleep disorders have more serious consequences for women or men?

  • Do women suffer from insomnia more than men?

  • Why might sex be painful during menopause?

  • Can I have an orgasm after menopause?

  • How can I deal with vaginal changes during menopause?

  • Are sleep problems common during pregnancy?

  • Painful sex after menopause

  • Effectiveness of birth control methods and options

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