Three Ways Migraine Prepared Me to Be a ParentWhen we think of migraine we often think of the negative aspects: missed work or school days, cancelled plans, doctor bills, lonely days in bed, days in pain trying to... By Lisa Robin Benson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Guided MeditationMeditation has been shown to have multiple benefits on a person’s health, both physical and emotional. Regular meditation can help relieve pain, increase positive emotions, and improve memory and concentration... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Breathing ExercisesFocusing on the breath is a technique used to help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety. There are many forms of breathing exercises. In this video, renowned naturopath... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Better Sleep with Essential OilsSleep is key to better health, but especially better migraine management for me. Generally speaking, I’m a good sleeper. I fall asleep easily and aside from a bathroom break or... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What's Your Secret: How to Handle Your Doctor's RetirementIt can take years to find the right migraine specialist. Establishing a good fit, a healthy dynamic and solid relationship is a journey. Working through various treatments can be exhausting... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments34 comments
Video Series: "What’s Your Secret"In the "What’s Your Secret" video series questions that have been asked by our Migraine.com community members are brought to life! Check out all these 'hot' topics below & learn... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What's Your Secret: SuperpowerAttempting to flip the script on migraine to see it as having any positives can be a challenge. In this What’s Your Secret Video, we invite you to do just... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
What's Your Secret: Touch - Hair & Skin SensitivityKnown as allodynia, skin and hair follicles can become overly sensitive to the touch. This condition has a well-documented relationship with migraine. In this What’s Your Secret Video, we discuss... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
What's Your Secret: SightThe eyes can be a powerful part of the migraine puzzle. From how our eyes appear when an attack is pending, to the role of aura, to how exquisitely sensitive... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
The Best Essential Oils for MigraineI consider essential oils to be like food – another gift from nature to support us in maintaining good health or even healing our bodies. So, I decided to explore... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments62 comments
What's Your Secret: Dealing With AphasiaAphasia - or experiencing the challenge of finding words or speaking, is a common prodrome for many migraineurs. A lot of us have stories of being in the midst of... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments42 comments
What to Eat During MigraineWhen you’re in the midst of a migraine you may not have the best appetite. In fact, you may be flat out nauseous at the idea of eating like I... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What’s Your Secret: What Do You Do For Exercise?I know I am not alone in struggling to find a way to exercise that does not exacerbate migraine pain. Our migraine specialists encourage us to move, stretch, and if... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
How To Use the Aimovig Self-InjectorThe newly FDA-approved Aimovig self-injector device by Amgen is the talk of the town when it comes to migraine preventatives these days. It blocks a protein, called CGRP, believed to... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments22 comments
Unmedicated Hemiplegic MigraineThis is a raw, unedited, unfiltered video of what it feels to live with Hemiplegic Migraines and coming off medication. Side effects are increased, my aphasia has worsened and the... By Kelly J.1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's Your Secret: Allodynia-Dealing with Hair PainIn this What's Your Secret video we'll be discussing allodynia, the sensation of hair follicle, scalp and skin tenderness and pain. We talk about what it feels like, as well... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
What's Your Secret: TasteFor many of us, changes in how things taste or extreme cravings can signal an impending attack. What we eat can also be a powerful and common trigger. In this... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
What's Your Secret: More Than Just A HeadacheDo you remember the reporter who started speaking gobbledygook in the middle of her on-air interview a few years back? It became a heavily-circulated example of how migraine can impact... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
My First Really Bad Migraine AttackIn this video I talk about my first really bad migraine attack. It involves some rookie mistakes and misunderstandings about migraine that I have definitely learned from. First, sorry the... By Lisa Robin Benson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Forgotten on the 4thI wanted to share my story about a 4th of July not too long ago where a migraine attack led me to be sequestered away and forgotten... I'd love... By Lisa Robin Benson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments