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The best duvet for menopause and night sweats

25/5/2020

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Whenever I get together with my girlfriends one conversation that always comes up is menopause and hot flushes.  It used to be children and before that boyfriends then weddings ... oh how things change!  So with the warmer months coming up I thought I would pass on the best solution I found to help with the pesky problem of sleepless nights due to night sweats and/or hot flushes.  And one simple change you can make that really does work, I know because I have done it, and I have not looked back, is to invest in a wool duvet.  Let me explain ....
best duvet for menopause, wool baavet
Get plenty of fresh air during the day to help you sleep at night

Overheating causes disrupted sleep

Overheating is a common cause of disrupted sleep and this is especially so for women approaching menopause and post menopause, something like 75% of women at this stage of their life report night sweats of hot flushes.  For me it was night sweats, constantly throwing the duvet on and off throughout the night, one leg out, then I'd get cold again.  My husband would freeze while I had to have the window open to let the cooler air in.  I suffer with periods of insomnia anyway so this was really adding to my sleep problems.

Until we purchased a wool duvet.  I had heard about them but this was a few years ago and they still hadn't made the mainstream and you couldn't just walk into John Lewis and buy one (and the choice is still very limited).  We were at a country show locally and it was actually my husband that got talking to the representatives at Baavet.  He called me over to listen to the details.

Wool is a temperature regulator, it is breathable and moisture wicking.  Wool aids sleep by allowing your body to maintain the perfect temperature throughout the night.  It is natural and has evolved over thousands of years to keep sheep healthy!

And there are many other medical conditions that will exacerbate night sweats - diabetes, sleep apnea and side effects from medication for example.  Anxiety can make things worse too.  And we also know that young children don't regulate their temperature well at night.  And it isn't just women, men can suffer from nigh sweats too.
best duvet for menopause, wool baavet
Make sure you fit in relaxation time just for you!

Tips to keep cool at night

Leave a window open.

Avoid synthetic fabrics and choose cotton sleepwear and bedding.

Cotton, linen and wool are the best regulators of temperature.
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Keep a glass of cold water next to your bed.

A cotton sheet is a good option during the summer but it doesn't feel cosy and I like the weight of a duvet and I also like to know I can warm up if I feel too cold.

Why a wool duvet?

Wool is a natural thermoregulator of heat, it is natural and renewable, 

I am never too hot or too cold at night now.  The wool duvet regulates my temperature completely and there are never any duvet arguments because the one duvet adapts to both of us.

When you get hot at night the wool fibres draw the moisture away and absorbs up to 30% of moisture, compared to cotton which only absorbs about 10%.

But they don't need to be washed!  As wool is naturally antibacterial and dust mite resistant it is naturally clean.  If your duvet isn't soiled then don't wash it, just hang it out on the line on a sunny day and your duvet will be as fresh as the day it arrived.  If it does need to be washed then dry clean or wash on delicates.

.And for added benefit add a wool mattress cover and wool pillows too.  And if you really want to splash out, then a wool mattress is the ultimate luxury.

Be very careful of the popular memory foam mattresses.  They are so comfortable and I swear by mine for aches and pains but the first one I had I just sweated even more.  So when I changed it I chose a Simba mattress which has an extra cooling layer.  I didn't know about wool then!
best duvet for menopause, wool baavet
Open a window at night then snuggle up under your wool duvet

How to choose the right wool duvet

​Wool duvets do not come in the same tog ratings as a traditional duvet.  Wool duvets are sold by the weight of wool per square meter and are warmer than the equivalent polyester or feather duvet so a lighter weight can be used - but it is cooler which means the same duvet can be used throughout the year.  We only have one duvet now, we chose the Medium Weight Wool Duvet from Baavet and it works summer and winter.

The medium weight is filled with 400-450 gms of wool per m/2 and is similar to an 8-10 tog rating.  Baavet also offer super lightweight, lightweight and winter options.

Baavet duvets are manufactured in North Wales from 100% British wool, they do not use any harmful chemicals.  And they offer a 30 day guarantee, so if you don't like it then they will replace it or give you your money back.
best duvet for menopause, wool baavet
best duvet for menopause, wool baavet
We are about to redecorate our bedroom and I have some lovely new bedding to go onto my antique iron bedstead, I have the Baavet wool duvet and the wool mattress cover and I now plan to purchase new wool pillows.

My sister-in-law bought a wool duvet at the same time as us, she then went back for the mattress cover, the pillows and eventually purchased a wool mattress.  She also confirms her night sweats have gone completely.  

And I have a discount code for Baavet to share with you.  Use code F&F20 for 20% off their full range on their website - this offer has been extended to end of 2021.

​Let me know what you think, do you already have a wool duvet?  Might you consider one now?

Love from
Michelle xx
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Feedback ... Wool duvet has transformed night times!  Seriously sleeping so much better.  Thank you, thank you.  I’m going around telling random strangers about my menopausal night sweats and how everyone should have a Baavet duvet!

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Disclaimer: this is not a sponsored or gifted post, it is entirely personal, I contacted Baavet and asked if they would be happy to offer my readers a discount.

Other menopause posts you might find useful:

10 Tips for Managing Menopause
Perimenopause and why I decided to take HRT
How to be kind to yourself and how aromatherapy could help

​I link up with:

Is This Mutton
#WowOnWednesday 

Mummabstylish
#Chic&Stylish
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25 Comments
Gail link
27/5/2020 02:57:11 pm

That's so interesting Michelle - I didn't know there were wool duvets. I was thinking of getting a silk one. I have a wool mattress (Herdy) so I guess it makes sense. Thanks for sharing at #WowOnWednesday.

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Michelle Green
1/6/2020 12:07:36 pm

I really struggled when we tried a silk one and it had to go! Michelle xx

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Jo Hall link
31/5/2020 08:15:01 am

Thanks for this Michelle, I didn't even know that wool was an option for a duvet! Does it lie "flatter" than a down duvet (if you understand what I mean)? It makes a great alternative to down with all the horror stories about plucking geese. I always find buying a new duvet quite difficult so will certainly make a note of this company.

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Michelle Green
1/6/2020 12:08:53 pm

Hi Jo, yes it is less 'bouncy' or 'fluffy' than down, so it is flatter, which bothered me at first but it is so good at regulating my temperature I don't mind at all now! Michelle xx

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Pam Hill
31/5/2020 10:39:41 am

We’ve just bought our second wool duvet, the super lightweight one and put it in a cotton duvet cover but we both found it too warm causing me to wake up sweating again! Can I ask if you use a duvet cover for yours at all? Thanks

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Michelle Green
1/6/2020 12:10:55 pm

That's interesting Pam, how did you get on with your first one? I use cotton covers on mine. The super light weight should be okay, maybe go back to the company you bought it from and chat to them, I know Baavet offer a money back guarantee if you don't get on with it, which is really reassuring. Love Michelle xx

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Victoria Cambridge
18/11/2020 05:44:20 pm

Your discount code doesn’t work

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Michelle Green
18/11/2020 06:05:18 pm

Hi Victoria, I’m so sorry, I only had it updated with Baavet last week. I will email them and get them to check it. If you email me I can let you know when it’s working.
Michelle michelle@fiftyandfab.co.uk

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Victoria Cambridge
20/11/2020 09:23:37 pm

Discount code fixed, duvet ordered and arrived today - very fast and free! Looking forward to trying it out tonight!
Thank you Michelle

kerry
21/2/2021 02:44:26 pm

Just seen your blog, as suffering with the menopause.. wanted a new duvet as waking up sweating..and my down one is now past its best.. have ordered one from Baavet today, so am desperate to get it now, as it sounds wonderful. Thank you for your blog & thank you for getting the discount. Wonderful :)

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Michelle Green
21/2/2021 05:07:19 pm

Hi Kerry, I am so glad you found my blog and my post about wool duvets! I've had a lot of positive feedback, my friend sent me this .... wool duvet has transformed my nighttimes. Seriously sleeping so much better. Thank you, thank you. I'm going around telling random strangers about my menopausal night sweats and how everyone should have a baavet duvet!! Yours should arrive quite quickly they do seem to be very prompt. I really miss mine if I am away from home! Michelle xx

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kerry
22/2/2021 10:22:10 pm

Thank you Michelle, for replying. I have heard from Baavet today & my duvet should be hear tomorrow. Will report after a few sleeps :)

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Simi
4/3/2021 09:48:22 am

Hi Michelle - I loved your article on the wool duvet and wanted to order one but your discount code is not working. Has it expired? It says it's either expired, reached its usage limit or is invalid. Thanks, Simi

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Michelle Green
4/3/2021 10:31:51 am

HI Simi, I am so sorry, it hasn't expired but the code does seem to be a bit intermittent in it's success! I am trying to call Baavet to ask them but they are busy at the moment - my best advice is to call your order through rather than order online, they will honour the discount code - 01766 780780. In the meantime I have left a message for them and will let you know when I have resolved it! Michelle xx

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Michelle Green
4/3/2021 11:23:35 am

The code should now be working! Michelle xx

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Simi
4/3/2021 12:36:31 pm

Thanks Michele - it worked now. Very excited. Thanks for your prompt reply!

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Michelle Green link
27/5/2021 08:33:22 am

Did you receive your baavet okay, I hope you are getting on well with it! Love Michelle xx

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Stephanie
26/5/2021 09:12:54 pm

Thanks for the code, living in a new build and the menopause I'm currently test driving a lighter weight Baavet with encouraging results :)

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Michelle Green link
27/5/2021 08:32:44 am

Hi Stephanie, I am so glad you found me and the code! It is good that you are finding the baavet helpful so far! Love Michelle xx

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Lee Cassels
5/9/2021 01:01:23 pm

Hi
Is it possible that your code will be extended? I’m keen to buy but didn’t have cash to spare in August when I first read your article. I’m very new to peri meno and sleep problems are really affecting me.

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Michelle Green link
5/9/2021 01:05:13 pm

Hi Lee, yes it has just been extended, you are in luck! Baavet have extended it until the end of the year. I hope that you can find a solution to your sleep problems and peri symptoms soon, do take a look at my menopause resources pages, I point you in the direction of lots of useful info. Love Michelle xx

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Pearl Harrison
22/12/2021 08:58:05 am

Hi Michelle, I've just tried to use the voucher and it says its invalid? :(

Michelle Green link
22/12/2021 09:40:11 am

Hi Pearl, I am so sorry you have having problems. i will call them and email them immediately but if you want to order urgently then I'd suggest calling them too and quoting the code - and explaining you have seen my blog post and I am sure they will take the order over the phone. Any further problems do email me on michelle@fiftyandfab.co.uk Michelle xx

Cathy
28/1/2022 07:03:41 pm

Based on your review i purchased the Baavet duvet and mattress topper several months ago. No night sweats since! Comfortable too, really worthwhile. Now my kids want their duvets and I’m looking at dog beds and pillows!

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Michelle Green link
28/1/2022 07:59:46 pm

Hi Cathy, thank you so much for sharing your experience and I am delighted that it has helped you too! I love mine and my husband approves and my daughter got one for her uni room too! Maybe I should treat my dogs. Love Michelle xx

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