In the past month or so, my migraines, which have been somewhat controlled since about March of this year, have gotten a bit worse. I have noticed for about 4 weeks now that at least once a week I get a real monster, the kind that doesn't respond to medication, completely incapacitates me, ...
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Try not to be afraid...
jennyc
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 03:03 PM
Hi Julie!
I think it's natural to feel afraid when we notice a big change in our migraine pattern. Do you think it might be time to talk with your doctor and see if your preventatives need a little adjustment?
I'm a Mom with migraine...and I'm definitely NOT superMom! I have MANY days when I'm sick, and I beat myself up about it a lot...But I'm learning that my children are very sensitive little people by virtue of having a Mom with migraine. They can tell I am sick before I even need to mention it. They are very protective of their friends and they always want to call or stop by if they know a friend has been sick or out of sorts. If they notice someone crying or looking sad, they are first in line to give out hugs and love.
I've talked about this before, but my kids (ages 4 and 6) are more independent than most of their peers because I am not always able to take care of their every need. We keep a snack drawer in the kitchen and a snack shelf in the fridge. They know how to pour their own drinks, make cereal, and find a snack. They help one another with crafts, projects, and they play together well.
I know you don't want to be a sick Mom. I don't want to be one either. But I wouldn't give up motherhood for ANYTHING!! My kids keep me going when I feel like giving up. They teach me new things every day! And they definitely make me want to take extra good care of myself--they deserve to have the best Mom I can be!!
I'll be thinking of you!
jenny
Hi Julie!
I think it's natural to feel afraid when we notice a big change in our migraine pattern. Do you think it might be time to talk with your doctor and see if your preventatives need a little adjustment?
I'm a Mom with migraine...and I'm definitely NOT superMom! I have MANY days when I'm sick, and I beat myself up about it a lot...But I'm learning that my children are very sensitive little people by virtue of having a Mom with migraine. They can tell I am sick before I even need to mention it. They are very protective of their friends and they always want to call or stop by if they know a friend has been sick or out of sorts. If they notice someone crying or looking sad, they are first in line to give out hugs and love.
I've talked about this before, but my kids (ages 4 and 6) are more independent than most of their peers because I am not always able to take care of their every need. We keep a snack drawer in the kitchen and a snack shelf in the fridge. They know how to pour their own drinks, make cereal, and find a snack. They help one another with crafts, projects, and they play together well.
I know you don't want to be a sick Mom. I don't want to be one either. But I wouldn't give up motherhood for ANYTHING!! My kids keep me going when I feel like giving up. They teach me new things every day! And they definitely make me want to take extra good care of myself--they deserve to have the best Mom I can be!!
I'll be thinking of you!