Trying Out An Electric Neck Massager to Help with MigrainesI used to find massages very helpful for my migraines. Most of my migraines are cervicogenic in nature - meaning they are either triggered or abetted by spasms and pain... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Tricks to Enjoying Your HalloweenThis is my first Halloween as a mom, and I can’t wait to dress my daughter up in her first costume. I also can’t wait to decorate the house and... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Navigating the Movie Theater Minefield of TriggersFrom blaring exit signs to flashing strobe effects, from stinky cologne mixed with popcorn smells to cold temperatures – the movie theaters are alive with migraine triggers. People living with... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments21 comments
My Worst COVID Symptom: Migraine Even though I was vaxed and boosted and super-careful for nearly two and half years, COVID finally found me one hot August day. Probably after a not-so-careful night of Latin dancing. ... By Adriane Dellorco3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How to Enjoy Halloween Candy Without a MigraineI want my Halloween candy, and I want to eat it migraine-free too. So, what's the trick to having your treats? I used to love Reese's Nutrageous bars. It's a... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
6 Techniques to Reduce the Impact of Brain FogWhether you need to pay bills, plan your meals for the week, or tackle a task at work, brain fog can feel insurmountable. Here are some ways I’ve found that... By Kerrie Smyres2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments27 comments
Living with Let Down MigrainesMigraine is a challenging condition to live with. It seems to have a mind and life of its own, and for me, it’s always wanting to stay in a state... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Medicare Denied My CGRPOver the past couple of years, we have seen several emerging medicines and devices for migraine management. Sounds great, right? So why are so many unable to access treatments? Those... By LaQuinda McCoy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Being Chronically Ill Affects My Mental HealthWho needs therapy? I think we are past the point of people thinking that therapy is for “crazy people.” If that were the case, we would all be considered crazy... By Tonya Henry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Can The Right Pillow Help Curb Migraines?My migraines almost always seem to have a cervicogenic source - meaning they are related to issues/pain in my neck (and jaw). As such, I have found that anything that... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments56 comments
Alleviating Muscular Tension When Carrying My BabyMuscular tension is a big migraine trigger for me. Now that I have a growing baby on my hands – literally and figuratively – I have to be extra mindful... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
3 Ways I Cope With A Bad Migraine PhaseWhen I have a bad day, I acknowledge its badness. It could be all those small things that pile up like being late everywhere I go or not being able... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Navigating a World Full of TriggersMost people living with migraine have more than one trigger that causes an attack. Indeed, many of us have countless triggers. From lights, sounds, smells, foods, drinks, and hormones, to... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments35 comments
How Are You… Really?Jenna Kutcher, a social media influencer, recently released a book titled, “How Are You… Really?” It’s a great read (or listen if you’re like me and love to listen to... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments48 comments
Chronic Migraine and My Life BeforeChronic migraine has impacted my life since 2009. While I had some experience with episodic migraines prior to 2009, chronic migraines changed my life. The person that I was prior... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
A Forced Switch in My Migraine MedsFor the last six months, I've been in a really good groove with my migraine treatment. It feels like magic to be able to say that. It's the first time... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Echoes of Migraine GriefFor nearly nine months, I’ve been dealing with a fungal infection in my lungs. Despite the good prognosis — it’s a common infection where I live and I don't have... By Kerrie Smyres2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
Surviving Well with Chronic Cluster Headache DiseaseCluster headache disease can be episodic or chronic. While the primary symptoms are the same, the chronic version can have different presentations that make it tougher to manage. With episodic... By Anna Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Migraine Causes and GeneticsDo you know where your migraines have derived from? Migraines can have many causes. Sometimes people start getting migraines out of the blue and are called idiopathic (no known cause)... By Tonya Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
Post-COVID Migraine AttacksI had COVID, likely the Omicron variant, in January 2022. My son, who is five but goes to a preschool with kids too young to be vaccinated, got it first... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments