Vajrabell, Some things you could check regarding noise are the silicone seals in the humidifier chamber. There is one small one inside, on the air inlet (take out the water reservoir to see the seal), and the large one on the inside of the lid. Press gently but firmly around the circumference of eac...

I have really been compliant since this thread last week. . . . Good work! As for the feelings of discouragement, remember that it can take more time than we would prefer to feel big changes. The improvements tend to increase gradually with consistent continued therapy. If one has had many years of...

NightWatch23 wrote: I had a decent night. . . . I actually got enough sleep

Congratulations! It's great to hear your positive news.

Jean

RiverDave wrote:I wholeheartedly endorse the dry cotton washcloth scrub. It works for me.

+1

Jean

2) The disposable air filters are cheap, but why can't we wash them? Is the mesh very tight and it uses electrostatic forces to remove the small particles so washing could be difficult or make their re-use not as effective? More out of curiosity, since they are cheap. The disposable filters are mad...

The hardest part is trying to be a good parent when every cell in my body screams for more sleep. You are being a good parent by attending to your health. Give yourself credit! Remember you are in a transition phase and keep focused on your goal of better sleep. Kids are resilient. If you can expla...

AMESS wrote:We'll keep the light on for ya Max!

And there'll be a pot of coffee ready to brew. Maybe you'll be ready for decaf.

All the best,
Jean

Positive changes have been gradual for me: fingernails are stronger than they have ever been (huge reduction in splits/cracks, and I have to trim them more frequently); BP has reduced a few points; pain in hips that I thought was arthritis virtually disappeared; other random leg pain/weakness has va...

Definitely a more relaxed vibe around here now. I'm glad to see that return.

Jean

Also, she could try re-seating the mask after she's in sleeping position. I agree with this suggestion. She needs to let the mask inflate properly (don't over-tighten straps), and sometimes changing sleep position or even facial position can shift the seal. It's a simple adjustment; just pull the m...

Cleaning supplies are the easiest part: water, mild dishwashing liquid soap, white vinegar, maybe unscented moist wipes. If you will be using a humidifier unit as part of your machine, distilled water is recommended for use in it. You'll want a solid surface next to your bed on which to place the ma...

Rainmom17 wrote:Mine isn't a Sleepyhead problem, as it shows up on the app that goes with my machine (Dream Mapper).

I see. I don't use Dream Mapper myself. But that's interesting that two different programs are exhibiting a similar oddity.

Jean

I didn't respond to X. This is very Canadian. I didn't grow up in Canada but have learned to appreciate this characteristic. We often "pretend" that very bizarre behaviour is simply not happening, and sometimes when it does actually get acknowledged, we blame it on what the govt did or didn't do .....

FWIW, follow-up after visit to resp tech and conversation with tech support at Phillips: Resp tech has never heard of this kind of micro disconnect before. I had her check my charts on the Respironics professional software for some of the times when SH says a new session started (with no input from ...

Thank you, Pugsy, for agreeing to take on this new role. Marillion said: "I am also happy to hear that xxyzx is finally being shown the door." And the sound of relieved sighs was heard all over Hoseland, as some pap'ers crooned Let's open up and sing, and ring those bells out. . .Ding, dong the merr...