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Sleeping After Surgery & Mastectomy Recovery

Sharing resources and recovery tips for sleeping after surgery, health & wellness, and breast cancer.

NEW! - Pre-Surgery Meditation for Promoting Calm

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Best Gifts for Cancer Patients: Comfort Solutions That Actually Help

When someone you love faces cancer, finding the right gift feels impossible. Flowers wilt. Cards pile up. But what if your gift could actually make their hardest days a little...
A woman sleeps in bed using the Sleep Again Pillow System, a full-body pillow system designed to support elevated sleeping after a mastectomy.

Why Do Doctors Recommend Sleeping Elevated After Mastectomy?

What is elevated sleeping after mastectomy surgery? Elevated sleeping after mastectomy means positioning your upper body at a 30-45 degree angle during sleep, rather than lying completely flat. Your surgeon...
A woman appears worried. If you've wondered, can I use my HSA to buy mastectomy pillows? The short answer is yes. Learn more in our complete guide.

Can I Use My HSA to Buy Mastectomy Recovery Pillows?

Can I Use My HSA to Buy Mastectomy Recovery Pillows? The short answer? Yes, you can likely use your HSA to buy mastectomy recovery pillows—but only if they qualify as...
A woman struggles to sleep. Learn more on how to stop rolling over onto your back following breast surgery in our complete guide.

How Do I Stop Rolling Over in My Sleep After Breast Surgery?

Quick Answer: The most effective way to stop rolling over after breast surgery is elevated back sleeping at 30-45 degrees combined with strategic pillow barriers. This positioning naturally prevents rolling...
A woman rests in bed using the Sleep Again Pillow System. If you're wondering, how can I sleep comfortably after mastectomy surgery, our complete guide is perfect for you.

How Can I Sleep Comfortably After Mastectomy Surgery?

How Can I Sleep Comfortably After Mastectomy Surgery? Quick Answer for How to Sleep Comfortably After Mastectomy Surgery: The optimal sleeping position after mastectomy is elevated back sleeping at a 35-45...
How to Sleep After a Lumpectomy: Your Recovery Sleep Survival Guide

How to Sleep After a Lumpectomy: Your Recovery Sleep Survival Guide

If you're finding sleep challenging after your lumpectomy, know that you're not alone in this experience. Many people find that while the surgery itself may be straightforward, figuring out how...
Mastectomy Recovery Must-Haves: Thoughtful Essentials for Your Post-Surgery Journey

Mastectomy Recovery Must-Haves: Thoughtful Essentials for Your Post-Surgery Journey

Embarking on a mastectomy journey is both a physical and deeply personal emotional experience. Whether you're preparing for your own surgery or supporting someone you love, having the right recovery support can transform challenging days into more comfortable ones. 

If you’re considering an upgrade to your silhouette, you’re not alone. Breast augmentation has become the superstar of cosmetic procedures, with waiting rooms fuller than a double-D cup.

Breast Augmentation Recovery: The Complete Guide to Healing and Comfort

Understanding Breast Augmentation and the Recovery Journey If you’re considering an upgrade to your silhouette, you’re not alone. Breast augmentation has become the superstar of cosmetic procedures. According to the...
What to expect following a mastectomy, including the recovery timeline for healing after breast cancer surgery.

Mastectomy Recovery: Essential Guide to Healing and Comfort

Introduction: Understanding the Mastectomy Journey A mastectomy represents a significant chapter in anyone's breast cancer journey. Whether performed as a treatment for existing breast cancer or as a preventive measure...
Mastectomy Recovery Resources and Products We Love

Mastectomy Recovery Resources and Products We Love

For those preparing for mastectomy surgery and recovery,  we wanted to share a personal and nurturing list of mastectomy recovery resources created by Sleep Again Pillows co-founder and breast cancer...
Mastectomy Pillow: The Best Gift for Yourself or a Loved One During Breast Cancer

Mastectomy Pillow: The Best Gift for Yourself or a Loved One During Breast Cancer

Facing a mastectomy can be an immensely fearful moment, carrying with it an influx of overwhelming questions, worry, and emotional pain at the same time that patients are in the...
Being Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Being Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

You never forget the moment you are diagnosed with breast cancer. For me, it was the first time I opted for a 3D mammogram in 2017. I received a call...