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
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
Let’s Talk Masks If you've seen any of my previous articles you know I recently went back to my sleep doctor for the first time...reactions8comments
Can Journaling Help Improve Sleep?I've had an on-again, off-again relationship with journaling all my life. It all started in elementary school when my mom bought me...reactions2comments
And My Sleep Study Results Are InLast year, due to an issue with my breathing not always being autonomic, I was sent for a sleep study to see...reactions6comments
The Difference Between Sleep and Restful SleepThere is a difference between sleep and restful sleep. To me, sleep means I laid down for a little while (or for...reactions5comments
Introducing Ray, That's Me!Hello, I'm Ray, a 34-year-old with a complicated body. I live with endometriosis, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, restless legs syndrome (RLS), central...reactions2comments
Book Review: Hacking Sleep ApneaIf you’re like most people, you seek out information upon receiving a new diagnosis. A typical effort might start with a Google...reactions2comments
My Experience With Treating Sleep Apnea in CanadaWe Canadians consider health care a right and not a privilege. In fact, some of my American friends consider Canadian healthcare to...reactions1comment
What Supplies Should You Bring to a Sleep Study If You Are Already on CPAP?Have you ever received conflicting reports? You talked with this person who said that, but then someone else from the same establishment...reactions1comment
