Is insomnia a side effect of menopause? i haven't had night sweats or any of the symptoms i always hear about, but ever since my period stopped about eight months ago i've had trouble sleeping. this never bothered me before, could it be a side effect of m

Yes, : Yes, many women have trouble sleeping after menopause. Things to try include keeping your room cool at night (about 65 degrees), taking a hot bath about two hours before bed, eating a small high protein dinner about 4-5 hours before bed then not eating afterwards, exercising early in the day, not ingesting caffeine after 5 pm, and avoiding any type of computer/phone screen for the hour before bedtime. If you have already tried those and it isn't helping, discuss different sleeping aids with your doctor.

Yes it can: Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, along w light reading or warm bath. Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) or California poppy .