How well do you really sleep?

Maybe you're one of the many midlife women who’ve found yourself lying awake at 3 a.m., wide-eyed and wired—even though you’re exhausted.

If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. In fact, disrupted sleep is one of the most common (and frustrating) shifts many women experience as they move through perimenopause and menopause.

In this episode I’m joined by sleep expert Imogen Russell for a real and practical conversation about why your sleep has changed—and what you can do to feel more rested and in rhythm with your body again.

Here’s what we unwrap in this episode:

• Why midlife sleep disruption is so common—and what’s really going on behind it.

• The role of circadian rhythms and sleep pressure (and how to reset them).

• How a good night’s sleep starts in the morning—not just before bed.

• What “parenting yourself to sleep” actually looks like (and why it works).

• Simple switches you can make to build a wind-down routine that truly supports you.

• Why aiming for better—not perfect—sleep is the shift that matters most.

If you’ve been searching for a quick fix, this episode might challenge you. But if you’re ready for a supportive, doable approach that meets you where you are, this one’s for you.

About Imogen Russell:

Imogen is a paediatric sleep consultant and founder of The Little Sleep Company, known for her calm, attachment-focused approach to infant sleep. With a background in education and therapeutic parenting, she works at the intersection of sleep science, parental wellbeing, and responsive care, offering practical, evidence-informed support to families across the UK and beyond.

She has partnered with national retailers like Mamas & Papas as their Resident Sleep Expert, where her content reached almost a million views. Beyond the parenting world, Imogen is increasingly shaping how businesses support working parents, developing workplace wellbeing toolkits and speaking on the link between sleep, performance, and culture. Imogen helps people feel less alone, more empowered, and better rested.

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About Life Now Coaching:

We unwrap what healthy living really means, helping you cut through the confusion and overwhelm to build sustainable, healthy habits that actually fit your life. We’re here to strip back the noise and show you why prioritising your health is the key to the happy, vibrant life you’re striving for.

We specialise in supporting women in midlife to take control of their wellbeing and menopause journey using our RESET plan focused on: Mindset, Movement, Nutrition, Sleep, and Stress. Because when you feel strong, capable, and in control, everything changes.

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