Managing Holiday Pressure and ExpectationsThe holidays are filled with commitments – family gatherings, social get-togethers, community events, and of course, holiday shopping. It can be a joyful time, especially as we start to be... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Migraine Meds and Safety in Pregnancy/Trying to ConceiveI live with migraines. I also struggle with infertility. First, it takes me a long time to conceive, which means that there are several months or even years before pregnancy... By Amanda Osowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Most Popular Migraine SymptomsThere was a time when my migraine symptoms were only a couple of the most popular ones. I'm sure you've heard of them - bright lights and big sounds. Never... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Migraineurs: The Best Fakers in the WorldPeople with migraines are constantly accused of faking pain and attacks to get attention and/or get out of responsibilities and required events. I would argue migraineurs ARE the biggest fakers... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments51 comments
Worsening Hemiplegic Migraines Due to POTS EpisodesI was diagnosed with a form of autonomic dysfunction while I was away at college. It was determined I had POTS (post orthostatic hypotension syndrome) after seer studies conducted -... By Kelly J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
My Migraines: A Pain in the NeckFor the longest time, I wasn't sure if my headaches - despite their severity and how the symptoms often aligned with those associated with migraines (such as light and noise... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments48 comments
Mackenzie's Fight for CambiaRecently, I sat down to talk with my friend Mackenzie about her history of migraines. Mackenzie nannies for my daughter and lives with me and my husband, and we have... By Amanda Osowski4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Mental Health Matters Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Mental Health Matters Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED... By Editorial Team 10 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Various Migraine TriggersI’m sure hormones always play a huge part in my migraines. I started getting them right when puberty hit and still get them, fortunately infrequently, today. While we can blame... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Bermuda Triangle of Migraine CareI had no idea how hard it was to find migraine care until my husband had a five+ week migraine attack. I knew there were woefully few UCNS-certified headache specialists... By Kerrie Smyres3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Waking Up With Migraines Is Not My Dream ExperienceStanding on the beach, Chris Pine was telling me the funniest story about his latest movie. I was doubled over laughing when I felt a sharp pain squeeze the side... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments84 comments
The Link Between TMJ and MigrainesI recently wrote about how my migraines and attending vertigo and general dizziness I get seem to be strongly correlated to problems with my cervical spine/neck. But that's not all... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
How a Headache Clinic Validated My Migraine StrugglesI've been a migraine patient for several decades. However, it was only last year that I learned that not all neurologists are migraine specialists. And that seeing a migraine specialist... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Shifting the Narrative: Reframing Limitations as CapabilitiesRecently, a couple of my family members invited me to go on an international trip. I didn't want to miss out on the opportunity, but it didn't make sense for... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
FOMO and Drinking with MigraineThe fear of missing out is something that I didn't think would stick to me. I had always heard of FOMO and just regarded it as when people weren't confident... By Sawyer Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Top Ten Reasons Why RetreatMigraine Was AmazingI had a blast teaching Yoga for Migraine and attending RetreatMigraine 2021 in California! Here are my top ten reasons why RetreatMigraine was so amazing: We were literally across the... By Adriane Dellorco3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
My First Migraine With Aura AttackI was in 7th grade. I had a sleepover with my best friend Saturday night. Sunday morning, my parents had gotten us donuts for breakfast, something we often did at... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Menstrual Migraines: Never Leave Your Abortive Medications at HomeRecently, my husband and I took a short road trip, just about an hour and a half from our home, to spend three nights away. It was our first trip... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
In the Face of Change: Quieting Migraine with RoutineI’ve been through a series of extreme life transitions in this past year - divorce, house sale, empty nest, and an impending move. I speak from experience when I say... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
My First Vestibular AttackI have been having horrible headaches since I was in high school. They have waxed and waned over the years in frequency and intensity. However, more recently, I have developed... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments55 comments