The Sleep Journal

Sleep after 50, explained.

Clear, research-informed articles to help you understand what changed.

Start here

Why Is My Sleep Different After 50?

If you used to sleep well but things changed after 50, you're not imagining it. How aging, menopause and routines affect sleep, and what you can do about it.

Read the article →

Find the article that sounds like your nights

How to Sleep With Night Sweats During Menopause

Waking up drenched and wide awake? Why night sweats break up your sleep after 50, and what you can do tonight to get through hot nights.

Read more →: How to Sleep With Night Sweats During Menopause

Why Do I Wake Up at 4 AM and Can't Go Back to Sleep?

Wide awake at 4 AM and can't go back to sleep? Why your body clock may be running early after 50, and how to gently nudge it back.

Read more →: Why Do I Wake Up at 4 AM and Can't Go Back to Sleep?

How to Get Back to Sleep After Waking Up at Night

Awake in the middle of the night? A calm, step-by-step plan to get back to sleep, and what to avoid at 3 AM.

Read more →: How to Get Back to Sleep After Waking Up at Night

Why Am I Tired All Day but Wide Awake at Night?

Tired all day but wide awake at night? Why your mind switches on at bedtime after 50, and what to change in your evening.

Read more →: Why Am I Tired All Day but Wide Awake at Night?

Why Do I Keep Waking Up at 3 AM?

Waking up at 3 AM and can't get back to sleep? What's really happening in your body after 50, and why it's not your fault.

Read more →: Why Do I Keep Waking Up at 3 AM?