The average age for the menopause is 51 – and around three-quarters of women have symptoms associated with it.
Sleep problems are common, along with night sweats and anxiety. Good-quality sleep is vital for physical and mental health, so try these tips to help:
ROUTINE Try to go to bed and get up at a similar time every day. The body responds well to a regular pattern.
EXERCISE Daytime exercise helps promote a healthy sleep pattern but, late at night, it can delay your ability to fall asleep.
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