Yes. Hormones are closely tied to your sleep-wake cycle. After ovulation, progesterone rises — it has a calming, slightly sedative effect that can make you fall asleep more easily. But in the days before your period, both progesterone and estrogen drop. This hormonal fall can increase body temperature and restlessness, making it harder to fall or stay asleep.

Add bloating, cramps, or emotional tension, and it’s no wonder sleep changes throughout the month. Stress and caffeine can amplify it, too.

Your body isn’t betraying you — it’s cycling through phases. The more you align with that rhythm, the easier it is to adapt. On nights when sleep feels distant, try winding down with dim light, herbal tea, or gentle stretching. Give your body signals that it’s safe to rest.

Alma’s tip:

Don’t judge your body for being inconsistent — it’s following its natural rhythm. Prioritize calm evenings, avoid screens before bed, and keep your bedroom cool. When sleep disappears, don’t panic. It will return. Your body is wise enough to find rest when it’s ready; your only task is to make space for it.