Hello CPAP - hope you really do help

Sep 17, 2014

Yesterday I was fitted for, educated and expected to start using a CPAP machine. The training was over an hour and I really appreciated the thorough explanation of how it works, how to use, what I might or might not expect, and answers to my questions. What I appreciated most was the explanation of how better breathing can have a positive impact on weight loss, depth of sleep, release of stress hormones, etc. and how that affects overall health.  That was the ah-ha moment for me.  None of the reading I had done nor info from the Dr. covered that part - and for me that was the most motivating part!

I made it 4 hours on the first try - wasn't sure I had would last that long. Like teeth flossing, I know it's good for me and I know extra effort will be needed to make this a habit.  Of course, it will get easier if sleeping becomes better and I feel rested and ready to go in the morning.

Here's to another milestone!

 

9/21 UPDATE:  It really is making a difference.  I am not snoring (as far as I can tell) and not waking up much during the night.  I've adjusted pretty well but it is still not completely automatic - but I'm learning!  I suppose it's a good thing I was referred as part of the 6-month pre-op preparation: who knew something like this would help so much?

 

9/29 Update: Who would have thought that I would MISS using this thing?  I've had a bad cold and could not breath via the nose for several days. I was so tired each morning - but was that the cold or loss of sleep? After two nights back using the CPAP I can say I'm a believer.  I simply feel better upon waking and the minimal hassle has been totally worth it.

 

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