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The Journal

Honest, practical advice on sleep, menopause and feeling like yourself, from people who've been there.

Night Owl Pyjamas Pick-a-Print brushed cotton nightshirt in Coffee Cats, with long sleeves and front buttons

Autumn sleep · 2 min Autumn, Menopause and Sleep: Adjusting to Darker DaysDarker mornings can make a busy week feel different. Find a practical autumn approach to light,...

Night Owl Pyjamas Oriental Bloom cotton pyjama set in red, with a printed shirt and matching trousers

Comfortable pyjamas · 2 min How to Choose Comfortable Sleepwear During MenopauseStart with what bothers you about your current nightwear. Fabric, fit and coverage can each change...

Night Owl Pyjamas Sakura Satin Eye Mask in grey, shown as a bedtime accessory

Fabric guide · 2 min Silk Pillowcases and Menopause: What Comfort Claims MeanA smooth pillowcase can feel pleasant, though fabric marketing can promise too much. Here is how...

Night Owl Pyjamas Let Me Sleep black nightdress, with short sleeves and a relaxed knee-length shape

Menopause and insomnia · 3 min Menopause and Insomnia: Why Sleep Can Change in MidlifeWaking in the night can leave you tired and frustrated. Explore the wider picture of midlife...

Night Owl Pyjamas Oriental Bloom pyjamas folded in red and teal blue, showing the two print colours

Care labels · 2 min How to Care for Cotton and Viscose PyjamasFavourite nightwear deserves a wash routine that suits its actual fabric. Read the label first, separate...

Night Owl Pyjamas Let Me Sleep nightdress in light blue, with short sleeves and a loose fit

Cotton pyjamas · 2 min Nightwear for Hot Sleepers Over 50: Shorts, Sets or Nightdress?Shorter is not automatically better when you feel hot in bed. Compare three familiar styles and...

Close-up of the pink Wild Tiger viscose pyjama set by Night Owl Pyjamas

Body confidence · 3 min Pyjamas for a Changing Body: A Comfortable Fit in MidlifeYour nightwear should fit the body you have today. Use a few straightforward checks to choose...

Night Owl Pyjamas Let Me Sleep pyjama set in grey, with a long-sleeved top and full-length trousers

Autumn sleep · 2 min 8 Autumn Sleep Tips for Cooler, More Comfortable NightsAutumn comfort does not have to mean a heavier duvet and thicker pyjamas. These eight practical...

Night Owl Pyjamas Lemon Drop slippers, showing the lemon design and soft plush lining

Back to school · 3 min Back to School, Back to You: 10 Small Ways to Find Me TimeA school routine does not magically clear your diary. These ten small ideas make room for...

Night Owl Pyjamas Wild Tiger short viscose pyjamas in pink, with short sleeves and matching shorts

Hot sleepers · 2 min Why Do I Wake Up Hot at Night? Menopause Sleep FAQsWarm bedding and menopausal symptoms can overlap, but they are not the same thing. These straightforward...

Close-up of Night Owl Pyjamas Oriental Bloom print in teal blue, with orange piping

Cotton pyjamas · 2 min Pyjamas for Women Over 50: Comfort, Fabric and FitBeing over 50 does not come with a nightwear dress code. Focus on the details you...

Night Owl Pyjamas Let Me Sleep lightweight black pyjamas, with a long-sleeved top and matching trousers

Bedtime routine · 2 min Lavender for Menopause Sleep: What the Research Really SaysYou may enjoy the smell of lavender without expecting it to solve insomnia. Take a closer...

Night Owl Pyjamas Wild Tiger short viscose pyjama set in blue, shown with its matching shorts

Heatwave sleep · 2 min How to Sleep More Comfortably During a HeatwaveA hot night can make familiar bedding feel very different. Start with the room, review your...

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