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A comprehensive evaluation to uncover the root causes of your sleep disruption, hormonal changes and midlife symptoms. Stop guessing and feel like yourself again.
Thoughtful hormonal and non-hormonal treatment plans tailored to your body, sypttoms and goals. Designed to improve sleep, energy, mood, and overall well being.
A dedicated physican-guided consultation for women who feel overwhelmed, unlike themselves or changes that may be affecting how they feel.
Personalized Treatment
Midlife Clarity Consultation
Waking up at 2-3am?
Feeling anxious, exhausted or unlike yourself?
Gaining weight despite doing the same things?
Expert Care for Perimenopause and Menopause
Led by Dr. Bahareh B. Khavarian
Board-Certified Internist
20+ years of experience
Now Available
Vasomotor Symptoms (Hot flashes and night sweats)- Before menopause your brain may tolerate a small change in body temperature without reacting. However during perimenopause and menopause that comfortable temperature range becomes narrower. So a tiny increase in temperature may make the brain react as though you are overheating! Brain senses "too hot"--> blood vessels open--> skin becomes warm and flushed-->sweating may occur--> resulting in hot flashes/night sweats.
Sleep- this is not always caused by hot flashes alone. Hormonal changes can affect the brain systems that regulae sleep, temperature, mood and normal sleep-wake rhythm. Your sleep becomes lighter, you have more nightime awakenings, you have trouble falling back asleep, hot flashes/night sweats may interrupt sleep and sleep can feel less restorative even after spending 7-8 hours in bed.
Mood- changes in mood are very common during perimenopause, even if you never had significant mood problems before. Because the brain is sensitive to hormones, these fluctuations during this phase of life can greatly affect you. You may get more irritable, anxious, feel on edge, lower mood, feeling overwhelmed, have mood swings, and brain fog.
Progesterone has a natural "calming" effect on the brain, which can help stabilize the body's temperature control system, reduce hot flashes and night sweats, and promote more restful sleep. This calming effect in addition with better sleep, may also help reduce irritability, anxiety, and mood changes that are common during perimenopause and menopause
How Progesterone Can Benefit You
Empowering Women's Health for Restful Nights
The demand for menopause focused healthcare is growing as awareness about its impact on sleep and overall health increases. Many women struggle with insomnia due to hormonal changes but lack specialized care. Studies show that up to 60% of menopausal women suffer from insomnia, yet few dedicated treatment centers exist.
At Pause for Rest, we specialize in menopausal health, offering tailored evaluations and treatments for insomnia to ensure you achieve a healthy, restorative night's sleep. While general sleep clinics and OB/GYNs may address sleep disturbances our clinic specialize in menopause related insomnia, offering both traditional and integrative approaches in a supportive, understanding environment.
Life-changing experience, highly recommend!
Sarah J.
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How Menopause Affects Women's Health
One of the most common symptoms of menopause is hot flashes and night sweats, which can disrupt sleep and lead to fatigue. Many also experience weight gain, particularly around the abdomen, due to a slower metabolism and hormonal shifts. Bone health is another major concern, as decreased estrogen levels can lead to bone density loss, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Hearth health is also affected since estrogen plays a protective role in maintaining blood vessel flexibility. Its decline can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Additionally, joint pain and muscle stiffness become more common, making regular exercise and stretching a must.
Physical Health Effects
Mental and Emotional Health Effects
Beyond physical symptoms, menopause can significantly impact mental health. Hormonal shifts particularly the decline in estrogen and progesterone can lead to mood swings, anxiety, depression, and irritability. Brain fog and memory issues are also common, affecting concentration and cognitive function. This can be frustrating and affect daily life. These emotional changes can strain relationships, work, performance, and self-confidence. Prioritizing self-care, exercise, stress management, and quality sleep can help. With the right tools and support group navigating menopause can make a difference.
Menopause & Sleep
One common issue of menopause is insomnia, where falling asleep or staying asleep becomes a nightly struggle. Hormonal shifts can contribute to anxiety and mood swing, further disrupting the ability to relax before bedtime. Additionally, menopausal women are at a higher risk for sleep apnea, a condition that causes breathing interruptions and leads to poor-quality sleep..
The effects of sleep disruption go beyond just feeling tired. Chronic sleep deprivation can lead to memory issues, difficulty concentrating, and increased irritability. Over time, it can weaken the immune system, contribute to weight gain, and raise the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure.
To improve sleep, adopt healthy habits like maintaining a cool bedroom, practicing relaxation techniques, and following a consistent sleep schedule. In some cases, hormone therapy or sleep aids may provide relief. Addressing sleep disturbances early on can help improve overall well-being during menopause.
Pause for Rest transformed my sleep with effective treatments tailored for menopausal insomnia. Highly recommend their care!
Lisa M.
★★★★★
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320 Superior Ave, Suite #320
Newport Beach, CA 92663
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