First night went better than expected
I put it on and watched TV for a couple of hours before bed (nose mask only) to try and get used to it. It felt awkward, I kept feeling like I wasn't getting enough air and kept yawning. But after a couple of hours that feeling had pretty well subsided, and I decided to try to sleep with it on.
It went well - I normally wake up to pee 2-3 times a night, I snort myself awake several times a night, and hubby wakes me to roll onto my side at least once a night.
I woke up with an itchy nose several times, but didn't wake to pee once. I was able to keep my mouth closed all night without tape. The air hose didn't brother me. I think I had the straps a bit too tight because I had a mask impression for a good hour this morning.
I was a bit disappointed when I woke up - I think I had unreasonable expectations about my energy level. But I did feel less tired, less draggy than normal, and I slept for 9 hours - normal for me is 7.
I'm definitely feeling like it made a difference. I think once I am more used to sleeping with the mask I'll feel a bigger difference.
Posted May 11, 2025, 4:40 PM UTC