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How to Overcome Jet Lag

How to Overcome Jet Lag

If you’ve traveled long distances before, you may know the feeling; feeling tired and groggy and not waking up early enough to jump-start your day. The good news is that jet lag is easily fixed and can even be prevented with some simple prep. Here are some...
ASMR and how it helps you sleep.

ASMR and how it helps you sleep.

ASMR is a new trend that many people use to help them sleep, but could it help you? Let’s find out! What is ASMR? “Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a tingling sensation that usually begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine....
How to kick bedtime procrastination

How to kick bedtime procrastination

Bedtime procrastination is a frustrating occurrence that affects so many of us. You can read about the psychology behind the phenomenon here: WHY DO WE PROCSRATINATE AT BEDTIME? Here are some tricks you can implement to kick your bedtime procrastination.  Change...
What does lack of sleep do for development?

What does lack of sleep do for development?

Sleep is important for people of all ages, but it is well known that children need more sleep than adults on average. What happens to kids development when they aren’t getting the sleep they need?  Academic Performance The Sleep Foundation highlights that children who...
Should you sleep with a pet?

Should you sleep with a pet?

Sleeping with pets is a common practice that many pet owners swear by. Many people claim it helps lower stress levels, therefore, enabling better sleep. But does science or logic back up this opinion? Let’s find out to help you decide if this nightly routine is right...
How to Keep a Sleep Journal

How to Keep a Sleep Journal

Without a sleep journal, it’s almost impossible to know what advice works or how to solve your sleep issues. At Advanced Homecame, we provide valuable information and advice for sleep apnea patients about getting better sleep, managing your sleep apnea, and adjusting...
The truth about how much sleep kids need

The truth about how much sleep kids need

The amount of sleep kids need depends on their age. According to Nemours Kids Health, the following is how much sleep each age group needs:  infants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including naps infants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps toddlers (1–2 years):...
How To Read My CPAP Machine

How To Read My CPAP Machine

Getting the diagnosis of Obstructive Sleep Apnea can come as a shock. Often, patients are given the diagnosis, prescribed a CPAP, and sent on their way. The next step includes ordering and receiving your CPAP machine. When you order through Advanced Homecare, we are...
What causes changes in your AHI?

What causes changes in your AHI?

You’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea. You’ve got yourself a PAP machine, and you’ve been using it for a week, a month, or maybe longer. So, why are you suddenly seeing different AHI readings from what you’re used to?  Let’s take a look at what causes...
What is AHI?

What is AHI?

Being diagnosed with sleep apnea can feel like learning a new language. There are so many new words and rules for treating your sleep apnea that it’s easy to misunderstand. Here’s one thing you’ll need to know: AHI means Apnea–hypopnea index Still doesn’t mean much,...