What is Sensory Aura?...Migraine attacks are often more complex than just a simple headache. They can also be accompanied by other symptoms and changes in...
How A Hat Helps Me Avoid A Migraine In The Winter...I’ve always been an “accessories” kind of girl. Belts, scarves, handbags, you name it and I’m probably a fan. It’s possible this...reactions7comments
Managing Migraine After Having a Baby and While Breastfeeding...Having a baby can change your migraine symptoms in unexpected ways. Pregnancy may mean relief from the condition. But symptoms may come...
How Your Period and Menopause Affect Migraine...By the time women reach menopause, around 4 in 10 will have migraine. Migraine is 3 times more common in women than...
60 Years with Migraines...I was hit by a car in the early '60s (at about 10 years old, my fault, entirely), and experienced huge bruises...reactions1comment
Out of Nowhere......It was late 2013. A completely normal day at my job. Not doing anything out of the ordinary. I felt a headache...reactions2comments
Life with Chronic Migraines...My name is Ann. I had years of fibromyalgia symptoms before being diagnosed. This in turn led to migraines, which is common...reactions2comments
Trauma + Insomnia = Perfect Storm for a Migraine...As someone who has struggled with migraines since childhood, I know I have a few very identifiable triggers. Unfortunately, I've also learned...reactionscomments
Sleep, Migraine, and Insomnia...Problems with sleep are a major issue among those with chronic migraine. These sleep troubles can be problematic for a number of...reactions18comments
Migraine Dreams and Nightmares...“Do you have migraines when you dream?” a friend asked several years ago. It was a question I’d never considered, and was...reactions32comments
What's in Your Toolbox? Migraine and OTC Supplements...I recently had the privilege of attending a physicians’ nutraceuticals conference and was fascinated by the depth of knowledge by the speakers...reactionscomments
What's Your Secret: Supplement...Many people living with migraine are taking daily preventative and frequent rescue medications. The condition forces us to spend days in bed...reactions10comments
Fermented Foods for Mental Health...Fermented foods (and beverages) have been a part of cultures around the world for thousands of years, as fermentation provides a way...reactions5comments
Living with Migraine (or Chronic Illness) Life Hacks...I have multiple chronic illnesses. We all know that life can be difficult, but when you throw in chronic conditions, that just...reactions4comments
Chronic Migraine Creates a Breeding Ground for More Health Challenges...I’ve had migraine for 45 years, the last 20 of them chronic, and yet I’m still learning how to manage this condition...reactions26comments
The Battle of Multiple Health Conditions...Managing one health condition can be taxing. I have spent most of my life battling one chronic ailment or another. My personal...reactions28comments
How My Migraine Journey Started..."The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu I always think about this quote when starting something...reactionscomments
Managing Mood Changes or Suicidal Ideation as a Medication Side Effect...A handful of migraine preventive medications have a slight risk of mood changes, including depression and even suicidal ideation, as a potential...reactionscomments
Migraine Symptoms: Anger & Irritability...Anger and irritability are some of the lesser-recognized symptoms of migraine disease. These symptoms are most often experienced during the prodome phase...reactions5comments
Feeling Lightheaded...Sometimes when you stand up too quickly, you may experience a feeling of lightheadedness. It may feel as if you might faint...
