What Are My Migraine-Friendly Tips for Driving?Driving an automobile is a privilege and a big goal for many people. As a teen, I couldn’t wait to get behind the wheel and experience the freedom and independence...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Seeing the World Through Rose Colored Glasses as Migraine TreatmentI went to see comedian Bobcat Goldthwait and he did a whole bit about his rose colored glasses. He sometimes wears red tinted glasses as a fashion statement and says...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Advocating for Migraine Accommodations at WorkManaging migraine is a full-time job in itself. Between the doctor’s appointments, endless calls to insurance, trips to the pharmacy, and of course the countless days of pain and other...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
You’re Tired? But…You Don’t Work!How is life treating you? Are you a student in college student working a job? Are you a mom or dad, that is taking care of the family? Maybe you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How I Use Patient Portals to Manage My HealthcareNavigating your care plan in today's healthcare system is a frustrating task. If you live with multiple conditions, that adds layers atop a precarious stack of medical records. Many medical...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Reuniting with My Headache SpecialistI got my first migraine as early as seven years old. I was in elementary school with a debilitating migraine that had me vomiting to the point of dehydration –...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Managing Physical and Emotional Burnout from MigraineLet’s all think about our migraine journey. Are you someone who has been dealing with migraines for years? Are you feeling that no treatments are working? Do you try to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Extinguishing the Final Embers of a Multi-Day Migraine AttackMulti-day migraine attacks are exhausting. Paralyzed with pain, we watch life go by without us. We miss work and family commitments, and watch the laundry pile up, without sufficient energy...Reactions0reactionsComments31 comments
Treatment Gaps and Changes: How Do We Manage Them?What is a treatment gap, and how do we manage them when they occur? Treatment gaps occur when a person needs or will benefit from treatment but can not receive...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Bright Ideas: Managing Migraine by Controlling Lighting Beyond ScreensI have always suffered from photophobia, with and without a migraine attack. The research I have done on photophobia is extensive. Despite this, I have become very aware of blue...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Going Back to the Basics After 35 Years of MigraineI was diagnosed with migraine in elementary school - more than 35 years ago. So, I'm no stranger to the relentless and sometimes unpredictable pain and vomiting. Over the years...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
A Migraine Made Me Change My HairstyleI recently endured a different type of migraine than I’d ever experienced. In addition to the throbbing pain in the back of my head (which was skull-crushing), I experienced brain...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Now Closed - Migraine-Friendly Holiday Gift GiveawayThe Migraine-Friendly Holiday Gift Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! 'Tis the season for a giveaway! For people living with migraine, the holidays can be challenging for...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Tips for Plane Travel When You Have Cluster HeadachesMany people are afraid of flying. Most worry the plane will crash, and they won’t make it home. My fear is more specific. The rapid elevation change triggers a cluster...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I Have Migraine Disease: Tips on Finding the Best Place to LiveWe all must live somewhere. When I was younger, I never thought about healthcare dictating where I would live. I have been in central Texas for over 20 years and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Chronic Migraine Has Affected My Mental HealthAs someone who has struggled with migraine my whole life, I’ve honestly never really stopped to think about how chronic migraine has affected my mental health. Over the past few...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Was Too Much Sugar Increasing My Migraine Frequency?When I was strict classic keto, sugar wasn’t on my list of approved goodies. It was tough passing up all my favorite treats, but this change in diet got rid...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Making a Safety Plan for MigraineWe work with our doctors to create a treatment regimen including preventative and rescue options. Unfortunately, sometimes attacks don’t respond to these treatment plans and instead dramatically worsen, bringing us...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Relationship Between Me and My NeurologistWhen it comes to medical providers, it is very important to find one that you are comfortable with. You should feel free to let them know what is going on...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Noticing More Migraine Attacks This Fall? Here’s WhyI live in the Northeast, and the fall is our season to shine. The leaves change color creating a beautiful rainbow of autumn colors and the crisp air seems to...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments