Sleeping elevated - Bed Wedge?

by muddypaws 22nd April 2015, 10:57 am

Has anyone tried using one of these? I'm dreading having to sleep upright (usually sleep flat on my stomach without a pillow) after my BA (2 days to go!).

Thought it might help and wondered if it was worth investing in, can get them on eBay for about £25 but don't wanna waste my money if they are rubbish. I do have a V Pillow.

xxx

by LeeceyLou 22nd April 2015, 12:00 pm

I personally haven't invested in any pillows other than standerd ones I already had lol and iv mastered the art of sleeping upright. You will make it work for you somehow. The first couple of nights were ruff for me, but I use a mixture of cushions of the sofa and also my bed and I'm sleeping fairly well. Believe me I was dreading sleeping upright lol but I'm getting kinda used to it. I'm only on day 4 PO and feeling tons better and morning boob is even getting better : ) sorry iv not tried the pillow but hope that helps xx

by Moocher90 22nd April 2015, 12:04 pm

The v pillow should be sufficient x I still use my v pillow now as still won't sleep on my stomach (preferred position pre BA). One day I'm hoping I will get to sleep on my stomach again however I'm mainly sleeping on my sides and did from about 1 week BA x

by going4it 22nd April 2015, 2:06 pm

That's good to hear Moocher. It's on my mind too muddypaws. I usually sleep on my side but more leaning on my front.
Are you not having any issue side sleeping Moocher? Xx

by muddypaws 22nd April 2015, 2:12 pm

Thanks everyone, think I will just see how I get on with my V pillow for now then, save my pennies xxx

by Vickyxo 22nd April 2015, 2:18 pm

This is the thing im most nervous about rather than the op itself ha. Im so grumpy when i dont sleep well or if i cant get comfy so this is gunna be a major thing for me!

How is everyone finding sleeping? Ive looked at V pillows on ebay and tempted to get one but not sure if its worth paying for (Not that they arent cheap ha) xx

by going4it 22nd April 2015, 3:48 pm

I asked the question about a v pillow recently. The general consensus was they were useful. I've still not ordered one though...but I will. Someone suggested dunelm mill so I'm provably going to get mine from there xx

by Mammamia 22nd April 2015, 3:51 pm

I just used extra normal pillows and never had a problem sleeping. Think I had 7 at its peak!!

by Vickyxo 22nd April 2015, 6:20 pm

Yeah when im sitting up right in bed i make ny pillows into a V anyways so im sure il find it comfy! One thing i wanna know is how to stop the numb bum!?
Bloody hell.. 7? I may just sleep downstairs in the recliner as legs go up but i can keep back straightish xxx

by Moocher90 22nd April 2015, 9:04 pm

@ goingforiit at first was scared as thought implants would go funny and put a pair of socks inbetween to make sure they stayed in the same position then eventually thought would give it a go without and was so much more comfortable x I regularly sleep on my side and its preferred to being on my back x I did wait until I felt ready and wasn't in pain x if it hurts when u lay on your side don't do it x as long as u listen to your body u will be fine x

by going4it 22nd April 2015, 9:52 pm

That's amazing you felt well enough to do that so early. How are you getting on now hun? Xx

by Moocher90 22nd April 2015, 9:54 pm

Really good thanks :) they feel like mine now x few days until I'm 5 weeks PO comes around so quickly x no pains at all and scars are healing very well x I update pic trail as much as I can to show the difference x

by going4it 22nd April 2015, 9:58 pm

So pleased for you, you've had a really good experience. Hope mine is similar, 2 weeks tomorrow!! Cheerleader

by Moocher90 22nd April 2015, 10:00 pm

It will fly by :) Yh I'm chuffed the next milestone for me is to get properly measured :) x

by sarahlou222 24th April 2015, 4:54 pm

If it makes you feel any better I was back sleeping on my stomach at 4 weeks, but I think the bed might make a difference. Mines kinda medium to firm.
I would normally sleep without a pillow too but I do still have one. Sleeping now is so much better but you'll be surprised how quickly everything feels easy and more comfortable :)

Aww [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] so nice to hear a little update from you :)
Glad your loving your new assets! X

by Moocher90 24th April 2015, 5:20 pm

Lol thanks @ Sarahlou likewise glad everything is well x since having BA not laid on my stomach but will give it ago soon as it's my fav position x

by Zum_Boobs 24th April 2015, 6:39 pm

I'm a side sleeper, but the V-Pillow and usual pillows have kept me propped up, I've slowly sunk down a bit more slowly - I'm still at an incline but most my body is flat on my back now lol. I have to say, Considering I'm usually a side sleeper - I've slept pretty well on my back in my v pillow. I can get a little fidgety sometimes but on the hold it's fine. I have to say, sometimes I've woken slightly to one side and panic thinking I'll get wonky boobs and quickly flip sides for a few minutes to even it out just in case! Hysterical

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