Natural health: I'm perimenopausal and struggling with sleep — what can I do?

Certain herbs can help with perimenopausal insomnia, such as Rhodiola, valerian, magnolia, hops, and Withania (ashwagandha).

I’ve started to wake during the night and find it very difficult to get back to sleep. I’m going through perimenopause, so it’s probably related to my hormones. Is there a natural remedy you could recommend?

Sleep troubles are one of the most common perimenopausal symptoms. This is largely due to the drop in oestradiol and progesterone, which affects the brain region responsible for sleep. Low oestradiol also upsets our circadian rhythm, further exacerbating sleep disruption.