THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Libido, Your Guide To Thriving In MidLife · Bria Gadd - Integrative Nutrition Coach, Hormone Specialist, Personal Trainer, Perimenopause Coach,

Ep 395: Why You’re Still Exhausted After a Full Night’s Sleep In Perimenopause

March 9, 2026·31 min·3 clips

Sleeping is not the same as recovery—you can be unconscious for eight hours and still not restore.

This episode explores why women in perimenopause often feel exhausted despite adequate sleep, distinguishing between sleep and recovery. It covers how cortisol patterns, hormone imbalances, gut health, and mineral depletion disrupt restorative rest, with actionable tips like testing and lifestyle adjustments.

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