Types of Sleep Apnea SurgeriesI remember being very nervous when I had my sleep apnea surgery. I got to the hospital and they had me take off the clothes I arrived in and put on...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Key Nutrients for Better SleepI recently booked a recall sleep study because it's been 6 years since my last. On the telehealth call with the sleep doctor, she asked me about my weight. I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Adjusting to Using a CPAPArguably, one of the worst parts of having sleep apnea is having to wear a CPAP every night for the rest of your life. The diagnosis itself, at least to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Not to Do When Using CPAPThanks to the generosity of folks who’ve used CPAP for years, there are many great tips for new users getting to know and use their machines. Do this, do that...so...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Sleep Apnea and Limited Treatment OptionsAfter getting my diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and restless legs syndrome (RLS) from the sleep clinic, the sleep doctor only focused on my RLS. He never did anything...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
How Often Should You Update Your CPAP?After switching suppliers, I've learned so much about when I need to replace my CPAP supplies – like the cushion should be replaced every month. I had no idea the...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
How Do You Define a Good Night's Sleep?What does it mean when you say you had a great night of sleep? I think that this question can be different for some of us. I always tend to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Planning Ahead With Sleep Apnea: Surgery and StormsOn December 6th, 2021, I had surgery. Upon getting to the hospital that morning, while meeting with the anesthesiologist, I told him I had sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can cause...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tips for Battling FatigueHaving sleep apnea can make you tired if left untreated. Or maybe you accidentally knocked your mask off during the middle of the night. Whatever the reason, here are some...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Recall Aftermath: Considering CPAP AlternativesIn the summer, Philips announced a huge recall of an estimated 3 to 4 million of their CPAP machines globally. As a woman with sleep apnea using CPAP therapy, this...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
How to Travel With Your CPAPTraveling can be stressful, but it’s even more complicated if you have sleep apnea. This guide contains some tips that have helped me while traveling as well as other practical...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Journey With Surgery for Sleep ApneaSurgery is never fun. I’ve never heard anyone say, “Oh boy, I can’t wait for my surgery tomorrow!” The only thing that comes close to mind is the movie Repo...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Chronic Fatigue and MeChronic fatigue is something many people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) experience due to not being able to sleep properly. I was 9 when I first started having...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Heated CPAP Tubing Versus CPAP Hose CoversI was out of town with my CPAP when a foreign issue presented itself. I had drifted off to sleep, but about an hour later, I woke up to freezing cold...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and Treatment StoryHello everyone, my name is Katelynn, and this is my first article for the sleep apnea community. Since it’s my first article, I wanted to take the chance to introduce...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance of PillowsI think everyone, whether they have sleep apnea or not, struggles to find the right pillow for their own body's needs. Would it be more important for someone with sleep...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Gift Ideas for CPAP UsersHow many t-shirts, sweaters, or socks can one person reasonably use? When I think back to past holidays, I recall receiving more gifts of t-shirts and sweatshirts than I care to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
It’s OK to Hate Your CPAP MaskI remember coming home from my sleep therapist session with my new CPAP machine and mask. There it was, the hoses, the mask, and all the other bits and pieces...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Sleep Apnea and the HolidaysHave you heard of sleep apnea? This sleep disorder causes a person to stop breathing when sleeping. Sometimes a person will stop breathing numerous times in their sleep. Breathing stops...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Most Wonderful Time of YearThe lyrics of Andy Williams' song make me wonder. I'm no grinch, but the holiday season can also be a stressful and restless time of year. We tend to add...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments