CPAP Conquered

Hi Leah -

 

I am so happy for you!  What a effort - you stuck it out.  I think this could be one of those things that people try and then after a few nights just find it too hard to deal with the mask and give up.  ANd then they just go through life with sleep issues!  So be it they might say.  You've proven it doesn't have to be that way.

 

It sounds like you had differing professional opinions on what size pillow would work best for you.  This must have been a bit frustrating to say the least.  In the end it took your own perseverance (ok trial and error) to get to the best equipment and I suspect process (setting the environment like lighting, temperature, music and creating a routine for your "shutdown") for a comfortable night sleep.

 

Thanks for sharing this with other posters.  I am certain you are helping another CPAP users to keep trying.  It is so important.

 

All the best, sue 

 

 

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Meditation is an excellent way of calming the mind and body.  You can also reduce stimuli (outside or inside noise, TV,  etc) to help stop the whirring mind.  Best wishes. 
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There is a product only available online called BioZzz Alpha-lactalbumin that contains 1 gram of natural tryptophan per serving. It is backed up by a couple of research studies involving the serotonin uptake levels and improved sleep quality. The product is located at www.BioZzz.com . I personally have been taking it to get better sleep since my second child was born. I can attest that I actually remember my dreams after taking it and feel more rested in the morning.

It would be interesting to see how it works for you, now that the other issues have been resolved.

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