Night Sweats

At Gaya Wellness, we know night sweats are more than an inconvenience. They disrupt your sleep, zap your energy, and make you feel like your bedroom has turned into a tropical rainforest. The good news? With the right care, you don’t have to keep losing sleep (and sanity) to hormonal heat waves.

What Are Night Sweats?

Night sweats are episodes of excessive sweating during sleep that soak your pajamas and sheets. They’re not just about room temperature—if you’re waking up drenched, even in a cool environment, your body’s internal thermostat is the culprit.

For women, night sweats are often linked to hormonal changes—especially during perimenopause and menopause—but they can also be triggered by other health issues, medications, or stress.

What Shapes Your Night Sweats Experience?

Several factors can influence why you’re overheating at night:

Hormonal Fluctuations

Declining estrogen during perimenopause and menopause throws off your body’s temperature regulation.

Stress & Cortisol Levels

High stress levels can intensify night sweats.

Lifestyle Factors

Alcohol, caffeine, spicy foods, and poor sleep hygiene can turn up the heat.

Medications

Some antidepressants or other prescriptions list night sweats as a side effect.

Medical Conditions

Thyroid disorders, infections, or blood sugar imbalances can contribute.

How Night Sweats Feel in Real Life

Night sweats aren’t just uncomfortable—they affect your entire quality of life. Symptoms may include:

Fatigue

Waking up soaked in sweat (and sometimes needing to change clothes or sheets).

Mood

Interrupted, restless sleep.

Cravings

Chills or shivering after sweating stops.

Belly

Fatigue and grogginess from poor rest.

Trouble

Mood swings, irritability, or anxiety linked to sleep disruption.

Confidence

Brain fog and difficulty concentrating the next day.

When night sweats are frequent, they don’t just rob you of rest—they can chip away at your mood, focus, and daily energy.

What to Expect as a Patient

At Gaya Wellness, we don’t tell you to “just get used to it.” We investigate what’s driving your night sweats and design a plan that actually helps you cool down and sleep better.

Investigate: Understanding the Triggers
  • Comprehensive hormone testing (estrogen, progesterone, thyroid, cortisol, insulin).
    Lifestyle and stress assessments.
    Medication and health history review to spot contributing factors.
Restore: Personalized Care That Works
  • Hormone Support: Balancing estrogen and progesterone to calm hot flashes and night sweats.
  • Lifestyle Adjustments: Realistic strategies like reducing alcohol or caffeine, cooling your sleep environment, and improving sleep hygiene.
  • Stress & Sleep Support: Mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and supplements to calm cortisol and improve rest.
  • Targeted Supplements & Integrative Care: Evidence-based options like adaptogens, phytoestrogens, or other supports guided by your provider.
Thrive: Long-Term Sleep Confidence
  • Virtual-first care that actually listens and adapts to your needs
  • Ongoing support and follow-ups as your hormones and symptoms change.
  • Encouragement and straight talk: “You’re not just sweaty—you’re hormonally overheated, and yes, we can help fix it.”.

The Bottom Line

Night sweats are common, but they’re not something you have to just “deal with.” They disrupt your rest, drain your energy, and throw off your mood—but with the right support, they can be managed.

At Gaya Wellness, we bring science, compassion, and a little sass to your care. We’ll uncover the root cause of your night sweats, guide you toward balance, and help you finally get the deep, restorative sleep you deserve.Because your nights should be about rest—not wrestling sweaty sheets.