What Happens When Your Headache Disorder Gets Better?I’m in that strange but euphoric phase of life where breastfeeding hormones keep my cluster headaches and status migraines at bay. It’s...reactions38comments
When Migraine Isn't the Most Pressing ProblemIt's unfortunately no secret that I live with several comorbidities of migraine. I've written in the past that I live with Crohn's...reactions3comments
Using Mindful Meditation to Manage InsomniaI have suffered from migraine disease for many years. As the disease has progressed, I have become familiar with many different symptoms...reactions9comments
6 Tips to Always Be Prepared for Your Chronic IllnessAs people with chronic illness, it is important to be proactive. There are many steps that one can take to do this...reactions12comments
Repeat After Me: "Migraine Is Not My Fault"We are led to believe early on in our migraine journey - in imperceivable and pronounced ways, that we are to blame...reactions26comments
My Very Different Pregnancies Without and With MigraineI got pregnant in 2013 and, until that time, could usually expect two to three full-blown migraines with aura a year. It...reactionscomments
3 Ways Acupuncture Helped My MigrainesDuring my childhood, trips to the doctor’s office were as common as treks to the playground. So, when my migraines first started...reactions8comments
The Trickiness of Treating Menstrual MigrainesIn my life, there are some things I can predict. For example, I know without a doubt my 8-year-old will ask for...reactions6comments
Am I Cured? Topiramate and My MigrainesAfter my migraines changed significantly after a bout with COVID, a change in my stress levels, and possibly just my hormones as...reactionscomments
Tips for Managing an Increase in Migraine AttacksHow do you manage a sudden uptick in migraine attacks? I’ve been asking myself this as I’ve wrestled with stress-triggered attacks for...reactions18comments
Should You Be Honest With Your Employer About Migraines?The decision of whether to disclose your migraine diagnosis to a prospective or current employer comes down to weighing the pros and...reactions79comments
A Shift In Weather and My Migraine BasketI live in the midwest, which is known for its whiplash in weather changes, including warm and cold fronts. We had a...reactions10comments
Do You Have a Migraine-To-Go Bag?As a mom, I frequently say that all I do is “pack and unpack bags all day long.” My middle child has...reactions32comments
Migraine Irritability and AgitationAs someone who has lived with migraines most of my life, I'll be the first to admit that they have taken over...reactions29comments
Bringing in a New Year with Chronic MigrainesFeeling cheerful about bringing in a new year may be daunting. It means another year in pain for me — a new...reactionscomments
The Importance of Dosage with Migraine MedicationsAs someone who has struggled with migraines since childhood, it's very easy for me to list the abortive migraine medications that have...reactions6comments
Low-Cost Options for Migraine PatientsIt is a beautiful, calm, and rainy spring morning. Glassy water drops paint the window panes in my room in fleeting, translucent...reactions6comments
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...reactions19comments
The Guilt Trip of MigraineWhen am I going to get better at managing the guilt that comes with migraine? After a lifetime of dealing with this...reactions33comments
How to Handle the Emergency Department for Cluster HeadachesThe first time someone has a cluster headache attack, it may send them to the emergency room (ER). It's common and recommended...reactions6comments
