And a CPAP machine, or a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machine, can help you sleep. So here are some tips to make the transition go more smoothly. Number one, get help for nasal symptoms.

You just got a CPAP machine. As you may have noticed, they can be a hassle -- the mask covering your face, the hose tethering you to a machine that grumbles beside your bed. That's a big reason ...

The Serene Evolution machine, which I also tried, offers excellent volume control; it can get super-low. And I like that there's a simple auto-off button that toggles between 30, 60 and 120 minutes.

In terms of its features, the Dreamegg sound machine offers 16 soothing nature sounds, including ocean waves, rain, birds, fan sounds, and, of course, white noise.

Some smell like an ill-conceived potpourri. And while a pillow mist might help you wind down, it won’t cure chronic insomnia or deep-rooted stress. That requires deeper lifestyle shifts.