You’re drinking too much before bed.
A large glass of water or a late-night herbal tea can be enough to wake your bladder in the middle of the night. Limit your fluid intake in the two hours before bedtime, especially those containing caffeine.
If this becomes a frequent occurrence, talk to your doctor: certain hormonal or metabolic factors can increase these awakenings.
That last little drink in the evening disrupts your sleep.
Contrary to popular belief, alcohol doesn’t promote sleep. It may relax you initially, but then it disrupts your sleep cycle and causes you to wake up in the middle of the night. The body, busy eliminating the alcohol, prevents you from reaching deep sleep.
Opt instead for a relaxing herbal tea—chamomile, verbena, or linden—and make sure you stay well hydrated throughout the day.
Having trouble breathing at night?
If you wake up feeling like you can’t breathe, it could be a sign of a breathing disorder like sleep apnea. Don’t panic: a simple test can often identify the cause.
Peaceful sleep also depends on smooth, regular breathing throughout the night.
Your metabolism is racing?
Sweating, palpitations, sudden awakenings… An overactive thyroid can sometimes be the culprit. A blood test can confirm this.
In the meantime, adopt a calming bedtime routine: warm herbal tea, soft reading, dim lighting, and above all, no screens in bed.
