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...reactionscomments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
Insomnia and Sleep Apnea - Common BedfellowsI used to consider every problem with my sleep as being related to my sleep apnea. It never really occurred to me...reactions4comments
Exercise and Obstructive Sleep ApneaOver the last few weeks, I have noticed a difference in my sleep on the days I get more exercise. I seem...reactionscomments
18 Journal Prompts for BedtimeIn my previous article, "Can Journaling Help Improve Sleep?" I talked about the benefits of journaling before bed to help make falling...reactionscomments
Giving ThanksThe older I get, the faster time seems to move. I joke about how fast the summer goes every year. Memorial Day to...reactionscomments
Sleep Apnea and Autoimmune Diseases: Is There a Link?Autoimmune diseases are conditions where the body’s immune system mistakes healthy tissue for invaders like viruses or germs. Sleep apnea is not...reactionscomments
Silicone or Memory Foam Cushion? It DependsOne of the things you have to do as a CPAP user who needs a full-face mask is figure out the right...reactions4comments
Accepting Our DiagnosisAccepting any type of diagnosis can be a difficult task. Everyone wishes to go through life without any major medical diagnoses. Unfortunately...reactions6comments
The Stigma of Sleep ApneaWhile most people don't even think about stigma being associated with sleep apnea, there is. Kind of like a scratch – everybody...reactions1comment
Finding the Right Temperature for a Good Night’s SleepI always wonder, does anyone really like waking up in the middle of the night sweating? I know I don’t. I have spinal...reactions2comments
Stopping and Starting: A Never-Ending Cycle With CPAPUsing the CPAP is hard, and for me, it's always been a start-and-stop process throughout the years. When talking to my sleep...reactions3comments
Why I Think CPAP Is EasyIn my article, Taking Sleep Apnea Seriously, I made the following comment: We are lucky that there is a relatively easy treatment...reactions2comments
What You Need to Know About Drowsy Driving and Sleep ApneaDrowsy driving is the act of driving while feeling sleepy. It leads to decreased attention and decreased reaction times. It can even...reactions1comment
