I like to share the top chronic illness posts of the year, every year. 2017 has been another interesting year here on Chronic Mom. Every year I go back and forth on whether to keep blogging. I’ve been doing it since 2011 and I always wonder if I’ve run out of things to say. However,…Continue reading Top 10 chronic illness posts of 2017
Tag: fibromyalgia
5 tips for faking chronic illness (it’s just that easy)
Faking chronic illness is not nearly as easy as people think, it actually takes a lot of time and preparation. Before you undertake this project, here are a few tips to keep in mind. 1. Make sure you’re faking a real chronic illness Don’t pick a fake illness like Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, or Lyme Disease.…Continue reading 5 tips for faking chronic illness (it’s just that easy)
What to wear when your clothing causes pain
When you’re living with chronic pain, every piece of clothing you wear has the potential to cause pain. One of the hallmarks of fibromyalgia and chronic pain is skin so sensitive that even the slightest touch causes pain. Many people can develop such hypersensitive skin that it’s difficult to find the right clothing to wear.…Continue reading What to wear when your clothing causes pain
7 things people with Fibromyalgia are tired of hearing
7 things people with Fibromyalgia are tired of hearing When you have a chronic illness you tend to hear the same responses over and over again. Some of these responses come from people who have good intentions, some come from people who just don’t think. Either way, they are hard to hear repeatedly. I…Continue reading 7 things people with Fibromyalgia are tired of hearing
Managing Fibromyalgia in Heat and Humidity
There’s nothing worse than dealing with Fibromyalgia in heat and humidity. In a few weeks, I’m going camping… In July… In Louisiana… Just writing that makes me start to sweat. Clearly, I have a screw loose for agreeing to do such a thing, especially after complaining about how much I hate summer. However, I am…Continue reading Managing Fibromyalgia in Heat and Humidity
Finding sinus relief with Breathe Easy nasal spray
I have been given this product as part of a product review through the Chronic Illness Bloggers network. Although the product was a gift, all opinions in this review remain my own and I was in no way influenced by the company. This post contains affiliate links. I’ve written before about the allergy and sinus problems…Continue reading Finding sinus relief with Breathe Easy nasal spray
I’m not faking being sick, I’m faking being well
As someone with a disability, I’m not faking sick, I’m faking being well. I was reminded of this the other day when I received the strangest compliment. I was told that I am a professional organizer when it comes to my illness. It was pointed out to me that I put a lot of mental effort…Continue reading I’m not faking being sick, I’m faking being well
6 tips for better sleep with chronic pain
Sleep with chronic pain is always a battle. For me, I deal with pain by distracting myself, but I get in trouble come nighttime when there are no more distractions. At night when I’m lying in bed, it’s quiet and I’m not doing anything so all I can focus on is how much my body hurts.…Continue reading 6 tips for better sleep with chronic pain
5 fascinating kitchen tips for cooking with fibromyalgia
When you have Fibromyalgia or any other chronic illness it’s really important to eat healthily, but cooking from scratch often seems like a daunting task. Some days it’s too tiring to stand, some days your hands are too stiff to cooperate, some days your pain levels are too high, and some days you are just…Continue reading 5 fascinating kitchen tips for cooking with fibromyalgia
What is the Hummingbird and how does it relieve pain?
I’m happy to review the Hummingbird for chronic pain. I’ve tried many different medical devices that aim to lessen Fibromyalgia pain. So far my favorite by far has been the Quell device, but now it may have some competition in the Hummingbird by Vital Motion. The Hummingbird is a non-invasive medical device that is designed…Continue reading What is the Hummingbird and how does it relieve pain?