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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 24 MIN

345 // Sleep in Midlife: Why I can't fall asleep!

from Fit and Fueled by Faith | Faith & Wellness for Women 40+ · host Stacey Ziegler

Wide awake… and wondering why you can’t fall asleep? If you’re in your 40s or 50s, this isn’t just a random fluke — it could be your hormones talking. In this episode of the Hello Hormones series on Fit & Fueled by Faith, we explore why sleep can change in midlife, how hormonal shifts affect your nights, and how you can reclaim restful sleep without guilt or frustration. You’ll learn:  How estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol impact your sleep • Why your nervous system may stay “on” at night • Practical faith-based and physical tips to reset your rest • How to protect your peace when your body won’t let you sleep Sleep is sacred and your body is communicating, not failing. Fit & Fueled by Faith — where the female body meets faith.Download the Free 7 Holy Habits Guide: https:// bit.ly/7holyhabits📬 Sign-up for weekly newsletters and more: https://substack.com/@fitandfueledbyfaith📸 Connect on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fitandfueledbyfaith  📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@fitandfueledbyfaithFit and Fueled by Faith is a faith and wellness podcast for women over 40 who want to feel strong, energized, and rooted in faith. Hosted by Stacey Ziegler, NASM-CPT, Certified Holistic Health and Life Coach.

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