Creating a safe space for sleeping (my sleep nest)

One of the main reasons I don't sleep well is I am constantly on alert, and one aspect of this is I have a heightened sense of touch to the point where I feel like things are crawling on me (and I have checked for real bugs many times, and put down traps etc - this isn't real). I have been so obsessed with this that I was starting to do stupid things to protect myself like covering myself with poisonous insecticides every night.

A couple of days ago I hit on the idea of creating an enclosed environment and safe space for sleeping where I could be absolutely reassured nothing can crawl on me and that I can make into a sort of 'nest'. I searched the net and came across this:



https://www.sansbug.com/product/1-pe...sh-poly-floor/

It arrived yesterday and is so easy to put up (it's like a popup tent) so it's now setup on top of my bed. I was worried it wouldn't give me enough space as I like lots of space but it's surprisingly roomy and I have also got the largest comfiest sleeping pod I could find as I don't like feeling too restricted

Silentnight Sleeping Pod? Sleeping Bag | GO Outdoors

I put some lavender oil on my pillow and I have setup bluetooth speakers on either side to create a stereo ambience playing nature sounds that help me sleep (bird song, water, chimes). Also I have an electric underblanket to warm it before I get in.

I was actually really looking forwards to sleeping in it and am again tonight, normally I dread going to bed.

Anyone else tried something like this? It's like a little tent on top of the bed. Slept in it last night for the first time, still tossed and turned somewhat but I didn't feel claustrophobic and did feel more protected, will see if I can settle into it and am planning to also get some stick on LEDs nightlights (any other suggestions to make it feel like a nest let me know).

This looks like a really comfy and safe place to sleep in!
I hope you'll get refreshing rest in it 😊

Thanks for sharing . I am inspired by this. I get scared in the night, although sleeping with my dogs helps. I would love to try something like this. Have you tried a weighted blanket?

No I don't like feeling confined - I would get panicky - this gives me enough space still

This was great last night, slept better

I still do get the skin crawling sensation but I can reassure myself it's not real with more confidence knowing it would be very unlikely.

Awesome move! How cool is that? That would make me feel warm and comfy and safe. Thanks for sharing that!

This is working really well, getting a better night's sleep than I have for ages as long as I also take my melatonin and block out neighbour noise

I have sleep anxiety from my C-PTSD, too.

What a neat idea! Very creative!

I cannot do something like this; I think my DH would freak. Lol.

I really appreciate your sharing!

Sweet Dreams!

WC

My husband would too. He'd find it hard to cuddle up next to a tent.

OP: Still, a very good idea for sleeping. It's great that you feel comfortable and safe in it.

You can get bigger ones - in fact even this is big enough for 2 but it would be cosy

i feel the bug thing too! even now but i dont SEE any bugs. will try a cheaper version of this- a mosquito net. thanks!