First Night on CPAP,,,FINALLY! Miracles do occur!

dirtymartinigirl · Post by **dirtymartinigirl** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 6:04 pm

Well after four weeks of exhausted frustration handling the squabbling between my insurance and DME, I've finally got my new machine. Yes, it is indeed a miracle. Apparently all the stars were aligned in insurance land today!

I brought home a shiny new S8 Auto Vantage and Mirage Swift Nasal Pillows today. It seems ridiculously comfortable right now, but only time will tell I guess. Thank you for those of you who have supported me thus far, your advice in the machine acquisition portion of this adventure has been invaluable, and I truly appreciate all of the assistance.

Now, my only request is to please send all of your positive CPAP'n vibes my way this evening! (I'm sure I'll have a story to tell you tomorrow that you've probably already heard a million times by all the CPAP rookies in the past.) Thanks again and I'll keep you posted!

DreamStalker · Post by **DreamStalker** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 6:06 pm

Best wishes and welcome to da club ...

dieselgal · Post by **dieselgal** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 6:22 pm

Sweet Dreams and Best Wishes!

vdol52 · Post by **vdol52** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 6:38 pm

You are very fortunate.
You deserve it as we all do.
Viki

GoofyUT · Post by **GoofyUT** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 6:41 pm

CONGRATULATIONS and, as my buddy Roberto has already said, WELCOME TO DA CLUB you hose-head you!!!!

You've gotten a "Rolls-Royce" set of gear there and I look forward to hearing of your progress and of your conquering of the challenges.

It IS Alice's rabbit-hole that you've entered, and you'll have times both good and bad. But don't ever fret and DON'T EVER give-up. ITS SO WORTH IT!!!! xPAP has absolutely given me my life back and I'm healthier and fitter and happier than I've been at any time in my adult life since college. And, there are SCORES of friendly, wise, knowledgeable and HELPFUL folks here who will move mountains to give you the assistance and support that you need whenever you need it.

So, SWEET DREAMS BABE!!!

Chuck

zhotster · Post by **zhotster** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 6:47 pm

This is my first post, but have also used this board like dirtymartinigirl!!! Good luck tonight with your new setup.

I bought mine on cpap.com on Monday, it was shipped the same day and is due to my house on Thursday. I cannot wait!!!

dirtymartinigirl, you must report your first night's sleep tomorrow!!! Have a great night!!

dirtymartinigirl · Post by **dirtymartinigirl** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 7:45 pm

Good Luck to you as well Zhotster! I'll let you know how it goes!

Thanks for all of your well wishes!

JeffH · Post by **JeffH** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 7:48 pm

Good luck dirtymartinigirl and sweet dreams. Just relax and let it happen.

onecoknower · Post by **onecoknower** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 8:21 pm

I received the same gear you have. I've been a hosehead since January. I noticed the difference in my sleep quality right away, but after 2 months, I'm still not remarkably better. But everyone's results are different.

Good luck to you
Donna

Born Tired · Post by **Born Tired** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 8:31 pm

Hope you have a great first night!! But no matter what, don't get discouraged--it's a process. You can do it.
Esther
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Linda3032 · Post by **Linda3032** » Tue Mar 13, 2007 9:54 pm

Good luck, and don't forget to protect the nares. Don't wait for a sore to form before you use lube.

dirtymartinigirl · Post by **dirtymartinigirl** » Wed Mar 14, 2007 7:37 am

Thank you to all of my cheerleaders out there!

I made it through the night with few complications. I slept from midnight until 6 am with my CPAP on, and it really went pretty well. I did have a harder time initially falling asleep than usual, but the mask was pretty comfortable and didn't appear to leak at all. Now if only I can start getting to bed earlier, I think I may be able to get some good quality sleep for a change!

RichCMH · Post by **RichCMH** » Wed Mar 14, 2007 9:08 am

You go girl!

zhotster · Post by **zhotster** » Wed Mar 14, 2007 9:31 am

Great to hear your first night went reasonably well!!!! 6 straight hours seems pretty darn good to me. It's definitely possible you are more rested than normal also, which I guess is the point!

rested gal · Post by **rested gal** » Wed Mar 14, 2007 9:58 am

Heather, 6 hours was VERY good for your first night with a new machine and mask!

Loved your comment: "Apparently all the stars were aligned in insurance land today!" I think YOU were the real star. You prepared yourself well.

First Night on CPAP,,,FINALLY! Miracles do occur!

First Night on CPAP,,,FINALLY! Miracles do occur!

Congrats

CONGRATS!!!

I survived!

Mask

Additional Comments: Equipment isn't correct, S9 ASV w/H5i