EPISODE · Jul 28, 2025 · 17 MIN
30. When 2am becomes your new normal
from Real Food. Real Energy. Real Life. · host Nikki Cheak
Waking up at 2am, wide awake, heart pounding, and wondering why you can’t sleep through the night anymore?You're not alone. But this isn't just about screen time or stress.It's your hormones, your blood sugar, and your nervous system working overtime. In this episode, I’ll show you exactly what’s happening behind the scenes, especially if you're a midlife mom navigating exhaustion, cravings, and sleepless nights, and how to actually fix it. Here’s what we cover: Why your cortisol is spiking at the worst time How wine, sugar, and under-eating are wrecking your sleep What perimenopause is doing to your brain and body at night 3 ways to finally start sleeping again (without taking more supplements) This episode is for you if you’ve ever searched: “Why am I wide awake at 2am every night?” “How to sleep better during perimenopause” “Why can’t I stay asleep after 40?” “Natural ways to increase energy for moms” “How to stop feeling exhausted all day” “Best supplements for better sleep for women” Links & Resources: 🛌 My Favorite Magnesium Supplement - Search for Magnesium Complex and use code 'intentionalwellness' at checkout for 10% offThe one I trust, use nightly, and recommend to all my clients for better sleep, calmer evenings, and hormone support. 💪 Join the 6-Week ResetA realistic, no-extremes program for busy moms who want to sleep better, feel better, and finally see fat loss results that stick. 📥 DM me "reset" on Instagram and I’ll send the info your way.
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