Chronic Fatigue and Me...Chronic fatigue is something many people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) experience due to not being able to sleep properly...reactions1comment
Heated CPAP Tubing Versus CPAP Hose Covers...I was out of town with my CPAP when a foreign issue presented itself. I had drifted off to sleep, but about an...reactions3comments
My Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and Treatment Story...Hello 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 Pillows...I 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 Users...How many t-shirts, sweaters, or socks can one person reasonably use? When I think back to past holidays, I recall receiving more gifts...reactionscomments
It’s OK to Hate Your CPAP Mask...I remember coming home from my sleep therapist session with my new CPAP machine and mask. There it was, the hoses, the...reactions12comments
Sleep Apnea and the Holidays...Have 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 Year...The lyrics of Andy Williams' song make me wonder. I'm no grinch, but the holiday season can also be a stressful and...reactionscomments
Using Your CPAP in the Winter...Winter has arrived. The change in season can cause many problems for us CPAP users from dryness, water in the tube, and...reactions2comments
SoClean Files Suit Against PAP Maker Philips...By now, you've likely heard that the CPAP manufacturing company, Philips, has recalled millions of its sleep-breathing devices due to potential problems...reactionscomments
Katelynn Bauer...Katelynn Bauer was diagnosed with sleep apnea when she was about 16 years old after being tired constantly. She was referred to...
Insomnia and Sleep Apnea - Common Bedfellows...I used to consider every problem with my sleep as being related to my sleep apnea. It never really occurred to me...reactions4comments
Brian Lamacraft...Brian was diagnosed with sleep apnea five years ago. He initially didn’t know how to handle his sleep apnea but has come...
Never sure if that's my problem....I was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea about 30 years ago. I tried using a c-pap on many occasions without success. I...reactions1replyFatigue
3 Tips for Sleepers Who Move Throughout the Night...Sleep apnea, insomnia, and restless legs syndrome make sleeping hard to where it feels almost impossible sometimes. Even with those 3 issues...reactionscomments
Exercise and Obstructive Sleep Apnea...Over 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 Bedtime...In my previous article, "Can Journaling Help Improve Sleep?" I talked about the benefits of journaling before bed to help make falling...reactionscomments
Giving Thanks...The 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 Depends...One of the things you have to do as a CPAP user who needs a full-face mask is figure out the right...reactions4comments