Would be so good if you have actually found something that works Sue -I’ve got to get some.
Well I bought a tub of Sleepy yesterday after reading about it on here (thank you ladies!) as I have been having trouble sleeping for quite a while and I always wake up during the night but then can’t get back to sleep as my mind is just whirring. I was pretty surprised that I slept from about 11 until 5.40 (as I needed the loo). I put a little bit more Sleepy on my arms and neck and I went straight back to sleep which is very unusual! It could just be an accumulation of lack of sleep (plus the fact our 15 year old had a group of noisy friends round to watch the fight the night before which meant no sleep for hubby and I!) meant that I had just got so exhausted or maybe this cream actually helps - I really hope so! Michelle xx
Michelle I tried to get sleepy but it was sold out but was assured by a lovely lady in lush that the dream cream works just as well and to be fair I have had 2 really good nights sleep using it xx
Morning Ladies!!
Interesting discussion. I rarely have any problems getting to sleep or staying asleep (think I was dormouse in another life) but I find that I’m not waking feeling refreshed, no matter how much sleep I get. May nip into Lush today to look at the creams mentioned to see if they can improve the quality of my sleep - although I’m with Sue and Jencat about finding Lush a bit too pungent for my tastes normally.
Morning cherry ? I have never been a brilliant sleeper which served me well in my younger party animal days when I could function perfectly well on 5 hours ha ha x now it would take 5 hours to get the motivation to party xx
Morning ladies, got a sleep last night! Hopefully thanks to dream cream, was still up to loo, but got back to sleep and feel more relaxed! Day 5 after 2nd chemo and doing well, able to function on almost normal basis, hoping it all continues. Tastes definitely changed, never been a fan of sweet things before but eating chocolate and cakes now and avoiding my usual savoury fare! However just going with it, giving my body whatever it tells me it wants/needs.
As for alcohol I have only had 2 glasses of red wine since starting my chemo. Think my liver has enough to process. Though oncology nurse says no problem in a few drinks just not day before or 72 hours after chemo.
Hope you all have a lovely day and keep smiling. Xxx
Morning Shirley x I had 2 good sleeps glad cream seems to have worked for you too long may it continue xxx have a great day xxx
Whilst we’re on the subject of sleeping - is it right that we should be sleeping on a satin pillow case during chemo to help save our hair? Lorks, as if it it’s not bad enough that I’ll be prancing round in a dodgy wig, now my bedroom’s going to be looking like a tart’s boudoir… ?
Hi Jencat
The flavoured teas (Twinnings) can be bought at any supermarkets. Mine are from Waitrose. There are so many types to choose from.xx
My hairdresser told me to get a satin or silk night cap and satin or silk pillow as it helps towards the scalp for when hair grows back or when hair is coming out. Can order one of Ebay £6.99 free delivery.xx
Great to hear you are doing so well So. I hope I and others will too.xx
Morning Jen not a good start then x hope your day only gets better I am just en route to hospital to learn about drains etc xx
Goodmorning all you great, lovely ladies ! SueW - all the best for today! xxxxx
I was up all night Feather -seems to be alernate nights at the moment -very frustrating .
Are they concerned re your breathing ?
Yes I wish I had one -kept poking husband but he didn’t wake up ! Dog was also snoring and not much use !!!
Feel like a zombie today !!!
Yes Jill…when I went for my pre-op assessment, the Nurse was not happy with my Peak Flow Reading…I was about 100 below what I should be for my age etc. I did have a cold/sinusitis at that time. So I saw my GP. I am now on strong antibiotics plus steroid nasal spray. I feel better but due to my Chronuc lung problem , I’ve never had much “puff” ha.
Btw just checked- my LFT test is next week (6th)…what am I like!! This Thursday is my Dental appointment. I’ve got so many appointments, I don’t know whether I’m coming or going haha xxxxx
Hopefully things will have settled down so you can have your op .
No Jen ,this has come on since hysterectomy -so all sorts of hormone changes and anxiety issues .I have finished treatment but still lots to deal with .