Have a trip coming up? Wondering what steps you need to take to prepare for your flight so that your chronic kidney disease does not throw you any curveballs? Whether or not you are at an early stage of CKD or more advanced, there are easy ways for you to travel safely. All it may… Continue reading Flying with Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know
Managing CKD Fatigue While Parenting
Parenting is one of the most exhausting jobs in the world. When you add a chronic condition like chronic kidney disease into the mix, it can feel like you are constantly running on empty! Many parents living with long-term health conditions get fatigue, burnout, or feel guilt about not being able to do “enough.” But… Continue reading Managing CKD Fatigue While Parenting
Empowering Patients Through Goal Tracking: Insights From PLM’s Rapid Survey
PatientsLikeMe recently launched a rapid survey to its members focusing on health goal setting. Within 48 hours, over 100 patients responded, underscoring both the relevance of the topic and strong patient engagement. Results indicated that 92% of respondents considered personal health goals important in managing their condition, with the majority rating them “very important.” Furthermore, 69%… Continue reading Empowering Patients Through Goal Tracking: Insights From PLM’s Rapid Survey
Why Menopause Symptoms Worsen with Caregiver Burden
For many women, menopause and caregiving seem to hit at the same time, and the mix can be overwhelming. Between shifting hormones and caring for kids, parents, or both, it’s easy to feel pulled in every direction. In this article, we’ll talk about how stress and caregiving can make menopause symptoms worse, what the research… Continue reading Why Menopause Symptoms Worsen with Caregiver Burden
How to Support Your Partner Through Miscarriage When You’re Grieving Too
Pregnancy loss is an experience that leaves lasting emotional imprints on both partners. While much of the focus often centers on the person physically experiencing the miscarriage, their partner also carries deep grief, confusion, and helplessness. We’ll explore how to navigate those emotions, from understanding the loss and communicating compassionately to supporting each other’s mental… Continue reading How to Support Your Partner Through Miscarriage When You’re Grieving Too
The Unexpected Menopause Superfoods Hiding in Your Grocery Store Aisles
Menopause can bring a lot of changes, hot flashes, brain fog, sleep struggles, and shifts in metabolism that make your go-to routines feel off. But sometimes, small tweaks, like eating wholesome meals, can make a big difference. You don’t need fancy supplements or exotic powders to support your body during this time. In fact, some… Continue reading The Unexpected Menopause Superfoods Hiding in Your Grocery Store Aisles
Tips for Balancing Protein Intake While On Dialysis
If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD) and are on dialysis, you may know that your body’s protein needs change. Getting the right amount of protein is a delicate balance! Too little can lead to muscle loss and weakness, while too much can create extra waste in your blood that your kidneys cannot handle. What… Continue reading Tips for Balancing Protein Intake While On Dialysis
Recognizing When “Fertility-Friendly” Eating Crosses Into Disordered Territory
When it comes to fertility, nutrition plays a key role, but what happens when a focus on “eating right” becomes overly restrictive? Disordered eating can develop quietly, often disguised as healthy habits, but it can have a real impact on reproductive health. In this article, we’ll explore what disordered eating is, how it can develop… Continue reading Recognizing When “Fertility-Friendly” Eating Crosses Into Disordered Territory
Is This Normal Or Should I Call My Doctor? Uncommon Menopause Symptoms
When most people think of menopause, the first symptoms that come to mind are hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, and irregular or missed periods. These are the hallmark signs that your body is transitioning into a new hormonal phase. Beyond these, there are what might be called “secondary” symptoms, vaginal dryness, brain fog, increased… Continue reading Is This Normal Or Should I Call My Doctor? Uncommon Menopause Symptoms
Steps to Reduce Feelings of Guilt and Shame Around Chronic Illness
When you have a chronic illness, emotions can come in waves. Shock, frustration, sadness, anger, and sometimes even guilt or shame! These feelings are normal, but they can also weigh you down emotionally and physically. Many people blame themselves for the state of their health or the things they cannot do anymore. Others feel ashamed… Continue reading Steps to Reduce Feelings of Guilt and Shame Around Chronic Illness