Do you wear pajamas when you sleep at night or are you a fan of nightgowns? We may not be wearing baby dolls anymore (or maybe you still do) but it’s nice to have something comfy and soft to help you get your Zzzzs. Some women over 50 have special needs when it comes to sleepwear. If you heat up at night, you may prefer to wear garments made with wicking material that will … [Read more...]
Marchpower Arc-Chill Cooling Blanket and Pillowcases for HOT Sleepers
Do you get hot when you are sleeping at night or during the warm weather in summer? Many women over 50 experience hot flashes and night sweats due to menopause. I was introduced to a cooling blanket and pillowcase line called Marchpower Arc-Chill that may be the solution to your problem. Marchpower Arc-chill products are designed to offer a unique sleep experience using … [Read more...]
Having Trouble Sleeping Over 50? These Tips May Help
I have been working on a sleep campaign on Facebook and Instagram and am getting feedback from women over 50 who have trouble sleeping. It’s common for older people, particularly women in post-menopause to experience sleep issues. Many of these women offered tips on how they cope with the problem. Trouble sleeping has become even worse because of the pandemic as well as its … [Read more...]
Do The Nights Seem Endless Now That You’re Older?
Everyone has their own sleep patterns but one thing I hear over and over from older people is that they wake up several times at night. Some can’t sleep at all and have insomnia. Others are light sleepers and wake up whenever they hear a sound. In my case, I go to sleep and wake up at the same time but wake up several times to what I call “endless nights.” Is it really only … [Read more...]
How Seniors Can Fight Off Flu Season
We learned much about staying safe and healthy after the pandemic and we can use what we've learned to stay well during the annual flu season. The flu never takes the year off so we must always be vigilant about our health. Here are a few simple but effective lifestyle changes you can make in preparation for flu season. Try to Stay Active Get More Sleep Balance … [Read more...]
