Hey there! Did you know that lack of sleep can really put a damper on postmenopausal women’s intimate lives? Yep, researchers found that out! They did this big study with a whopping 94,000 women, asking them all about their sleep habits and, you guessed it, their sex lives too.

So, here’s the scoop: these ladies, aged between 50 and 79, spilled the beans on how they’ve been sleeping for the past four weeks. Turns out, 30% of them were struggling with insomnia. And guess what? Those who weren’t getting enough sleep were also having less fun between the sheets.

Now, before you go thinking that less sleep means less action, let me tell you something interesting. The researchers didn’t exactly prove that lack of sleep causes a decrease in sexual activity. But they did find a pretty strong link between not getting the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep and feeling less satisfied in the sack.

Dr. Juliana Klinf from the Mayo Clinic, USA, who led the study, says they’re not done yet. The next step is figuring out exactly how sleep and sex are connected over time. Pretty fascinating stuff, right?

And here’s some good news: Dr. Wolf Utian from the North American Menopause Society says these women aren’t alone. There are treatments out there to help improve sleep and intimacy for those who need it. Whether it’s better sleep habits or relationship advice, there’s help available.

If you’re one of the gals feeling the effects of poor sleep on your love life, don’t hesitate to talk to your doc. They can help you figure out what’s best for you.

Oh, and guess where this research was presented? Las Vegas, baby! Yep, at the annual meeting of the North American Menopause Society. So, it’s legit!