Rachel Baumel is an attorney, breast cancer thriver and owner of Sleep Again Pillows. In November 2017, Rachel had a double mastectomy, and created Sleep Again Pillow system to help her sleep and heal. The pillows are fully supportive, thoughtfully designed, and are able to help anyone who is required to sleep on their back following surgery. Focused on providing comfort and healing post-surgery, Rachel is committed to making a positive impact.
Here are Rachel’s rec’s:
1 The Sleep Again Pillow System
I created this full body pillow system following my double mastectomy. Sleeping comfortably on my back was impossible. Once I created this system, I slept like a baby. I called it my life raft and I use this pillow system after every surgery (and sometimes in between surgeries). It is truly a life saver.
2 EWG.org
has helped me find clean products and I have used this resource since 2017 (when I was diagnosed with breast cancer). You can find cleaning products, makeup, skincare, sunscreen, etc. They give you the product ingredients, so you are confident in the safety of the products you are using.
3 Mastectomy Chest Pillow and Seat Belt Pillow
I used both pillows during my recovery. The Chest pillow was so soft and comforting and it helped me relax and not worry about anything touching or hurting my chest. The seatbelt pillow was perfect for driving to and from appointments. I kept that pillow in my car for a long time!
4 Radical Remission by Kelly A. Turner
This book was helpful in that it allowed me to feel less out of control about the diagnosis and my options. I was better able to understand what I could do to impact my help.
5 Heart and Core Post Surgical Bras
They are designed specifically to assist in recovery from Breast Cancer Surgery. The Heart & Core Larissa Bra even has drain holders, which is hugely helpful.
