Have you ever been woken up (or kept up) late at night by a sudden tightening in your muscle? Muscle cramps are unexpected, painful spasms that can keep you from getting a good night’s sleep. If you have chronic kidney disease, you may notice that these cramps happen often, disturbing your sleep and leaving your… Continue reading What’s Causing Your CKD Night Cramps and How to Get Relief
The Truth About Calcium, Vitamin D, and Bone Health in Menopause
Did you know that menopause can affect your bone health? As estrogen levels drop, bone breakdown can outpace bone building, leading to bone loss and an increased risk of osteoporosis. Calcium and vitamin D work together to keep bones strong and reduce fracture risk. Osteoporosis Risk During Menopause Estrogen helps protect bone density by slowing… Continue reading The Truth About Calcium, Vitamin D, and Bone Health in Menopause
How to Manage Heat Fatigue with CKD
Hot summer days can make for incredible memories. Spending time at the pool or beach, getting together for a barbecue, and going on late walks as the sun sets are all classic activities to enjoy. However, the summer also brings heat! And lately, as days get warmer, the heat can make bring special risks for… Continue reading How to Manage Heat Fatigue with CKD
Nurturing Science Backed Ways to Stay Positive While TTC
Trying to conceive (TTC) is filled with cycles of hope, disappointment, medical stress, and deep uncertainty. If you’re not emotionally drained then you’re anxious and that eventually takes a toll on your mental and physical health. Infertility affects roughly 12% of couples in the United States and it is described as a major life stressor.… Continue reading Nurturing Science Backed Ways to Stay Positive While TTC
Why Child Milestone Charts Are Ranges Not Rules
Every baby develops at their own pace. Milestone charts can be helpful guides for tracking progress but they are not a rigid schedule your child must follow. The developmental milestones refer to the behaviors and physical abilities that infants and toddlers typically achieve at certain ages. Yet there’s a wide range of what’s considered typical. … Continue reading Why Child Milestone Charts Are Ranges Not Rules
Stage 2 Kidney Disease Lifestyle Changes That Actually Slow Damage
With stage 2 chronic kidney disease, your kidneys are working a little less efficiently, but you might not have any symptoms yet. For many people at the early stages of this disease, it does not feel like major changes are needed! After all, if there are no symptoms, how bad can the damage to your… Continue reading Stage 2 Kidney Disease Lifestyle Changes That Actually Slow Damage
What is Friedreich’s Ataxia
Friedreich’s ataxia (FA or FRDA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s nerves and muscles. It is an inherited recessive mutation in the gene called FXN (frataxin) which leads to a deficiency of a protein that cells need for energy production. Without enough frataxin certain cells within the nervous system, heart, and muscles… Continue reading What is Friedreich’s Ataxia
What Happens If a Dose Is Missed During IVF Treatment?
IVF treatments come with a strict schedule of medications and missing a dose during IVF can understandably trigger panic.. It is a full time job to manage all the medications and the schedule. Whether it’s an estradiol pill, the crucial hCG trigger shot, or a daily progesterone supplement, your mind may race to the absolute… Continue reading What Happens If a Dose Is Missed During IVF Treatment?
Is Protein Bad for Kidneys?
Surprise surprise! The foods you eat impact how well your body functions. Most of us have heard of the three main macronutrients that we all need to survive: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. These three nutrients together give us energy and support a wide range of different body functions. For people with chronic kidney disease (CKD),… Continue reading Is Protein Bad for Kidneys?
How Much Protein Do You Actually Need During Perimenopause and Menopause
Protein helps preserve muscle, boosts metabolism, and supports your energy. Research shows that women lose 0.6% in muscle mass each year after menopause starts. If you’ve been slacking on your protein intake lately or you’re not sure you’re getting enough, it’s fair to ask: Do I need to eat more protein during menopause? In this… Continue reading How Much Protein Do You Actually Need During Perimenopause and Menopause