How is the #Periodsomnia campaign helping to close the period sleep gap?

Periods can greatly impact sleep, which has led to what’s known as the period sleep gap. Periods are different for everyone. Some people might have painful cramps, feel fatigued, or in some cases have no symptoms at all. But periods don’t just happen during the daytime. Periodsomnia is referring to the effect that menstruation can have on sleep. During menstruation, insomnia is far more frequent, and that can even have effects on lifespan. What does that mean? Why does menstruation affect sleep? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What is the windscreen phenomenon? How can I limit the effects of sugar on my health? What is 3-MMC, the latest designer drug to hit Europe? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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