We all know how important good sleep is. 

But if you menstruate, you’ll also know how periods can throw your sleep completely off track. From cramps and bloating to midnight leaks and general discomfort, the struggle is real. At Beddie, we’re obsessed with helping people sleep well, always—and that includes during your period.

Here’s how to sleep better during your cycle, and why upgrading your period care (like switching to a Hey Zomi reusable menstrual disc) can be the sleep hack you didn’t know you needed.

🧠 Why Period Sleep Feels So Off

Your body is doing a lot during your period—hormonal shifts, inflammation, even a drop in core temperature. All of this can make you more restless at night. Many people report difficulty falling asleep, lighter sleep, or even night sweats during their period. Add the worry of leaks or the discomfort of bulky pads and tampons, and it’s no wonder you’re tossing and turning.

🛏️ Create a Sleep Sanctuary

Your sleep environment matters even more when you’re feeling vulnerable and achy. Here’s how to upgrade your setup:

• Choose breathable bedding like cotton or linen to wick away moisture and keep you cool. (Hi, we make those.)
  
  

• Layer smartly with a mattress protector and consider darker sheets or a dedicated “period pillowcase” to ease stress about leaks.
  
  

• Keep a heat pack or hot water bottle close—gentle warmth helps ease cramps and tension.
  
  

🩸 Rethink Your Period Products

This is where things can really change.

Many of us grew up thinking bulky pads or uncomfortable tampons were our only option. But there’s a new era of period care designed to support sleep, movement, and comfort—and the Hey Zomi reusable menstrual disc is leading the way.

You can find out more at our friends at www.heyzomi.com.

Why the Hey Zomi Disc is a Game-Changer for Sleep:

⏳ 12-hour protection: Pop it in before bed and sleep through the night, no more 2am bathroom trips.

🧘♀️ No strings attached: It sits internally right underneath your cervix, so there’s nothing to feel or shift around.

🛌 Comfy AF: Designed to mould to your body and move with you, even when you’re curled up tight.

❤️ Mess-free period sex (if that’s your thing): Enough said. 💃🏽

Plus, it's reusable and planet-friendly, good for your body and the Earth.

🌀 Listen to Your Body

Sometimes, sleep disruption is your body’s way of saying “slow down.” Lean into it. Go to bed earlier if you’re feeling drained, and don’t guilt yourself for needing more rest. Your period is a monthly invitation to slow down and care more gently for yourself.

💧 Hydrate & Nourish

Cramping and bloating can be worsened by dehydration or poor diet. Staying hydrated, eating magnesium-rich foods (like dark chocolate or leafy greens), and limiting caffeine before bed can improve sleep and help your body regulate better throughout your cycle.

💤 Final Thoughts: Your Period Shouldn’t Own Your Night

A good night’s sleep during your period is possible—with the right bedding, gentle rituals, and modern period products like the Hey Zomi disc. You deserve to rest, recharge, and wake up feeling like yourself—every day of the month.

Sweet dreams!