I've lived with Chronic Migraine and Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) since 2014. I’ve also had to manage Anxiety for many years.
I was a Primary School Teacher, Early Years Specialist and Mentor before I became disabled and mostly bed-bound from cruel and constant pain.
I share my experiences and provide tools and strategies to help Mums manage their live with invisible illnesses.
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When we face challenges, such as chronic illness, our body and mind work together. Our mental health is often being put last, which makes it so easy to get stuck in a negative mindset. This can lead to stress, difficulty solving problems, unhealthy relationships and poor mental health. But this can change with these 10 inexpensive or free activities, which are crucial for your journey of growth and will boost self esteem.
IIH or Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension is a rare brain disease that I was diagnosed with in 2014. I want to share how brain fog affects me as someone with IIH headache. Brain fog is not a medical term, but a term for those who experience a groggy mind. I’m going to explain how brain fog and headaches impact my life and share my tips for better managing the symptoms of brain fog.
Reflecting on my IIH or Intracranial Hypertension treatment, as it comes to an end, has been emotional. IIH is a rare and disabling brain disease and I’ve hoped for a life without constant pain Since 2014. My first procedure showed that I’d benefit from brain stent surgery, and I did. My ability to communicate which would have crushed my family if it hadn't improved and it did with each surgery. As I complete my treatment, the harsh facts are that I suffer daily but there are positives, mostly my ability to be a good mum and wife.
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