When Do We Tell Our Kids About Our Illnesses?Recently I stumbled upon a conversation on Facebook in regards to sharing our illnesses with our children. The person asked what others thought was an appropriate age to explain what... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The "Amazing" Joint JuiceOne of my favorite parts about my college is that it’s right down the street from my aunt’s workplace. In my first year of school, I’d drop in to visit... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Changing My Tune: Learning How to Stay Out of an Emotional FunkLike it or not making errors in judgment or mistakes in regards to how we manage our chronic illnesses is something we all will do at one time or another... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Scheduling Outings: Needing Time to Prepare & RecoverRecognizing and accepting that everything I do comes with a risk has made it easier for me to make plans. Gone are my days of scheduling events/outings and just hoping... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Joy Jar: Reminding Me of the GoodA few years ago I received a joy jar from a friend. You may have seen them called memory jars on Pinterest. I call it my joy jar because that... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Looking at the Past with Rose-Colored GlassesRaise your hand if you have ever uttered the words “I want my old life back” or “I wish my life was what it used to be”. My hand is... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis Without PsoriasisThere are times when you may have all of the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) without having psoriasis. Continue reading to understand why and how that may be possible. Though... By Elizabeth Medeiros2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Member Spotlight: Leanne DonaldsonChances are you've seen Leanne Donaldson around the community. Not only does Leanne contribute to Psoriatic-Arthritis.com, she also runs her own blog called Smiles and Sundays. We're honored to to... By Psoriatic-Arthritis.com Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Things I Avoid During a FlareFlare-ups from psoriatic arthritis and other painful chronic conditions do more than inflict pain and fatigue; they also alter my emotional state. Back in December, I shared different ways I... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Learning to Give Yourself InjectionsOn the day I was diagnosed, if you had told me I would soon be giving myself injections once a week to treat my psoriatic arthritis, I would have told... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Five ways to Entertain Your Little Ones When You Can’t Get Out of BedI am often asked how I managed to get through my daughters younger years while living with multiple chronic illnesses. My answer? A lot of creativity and bribery! I would... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Saying Goodbye to the Old MeI meet new people almost everyday. New people that will never have the benefit of meeting the “old me”- the “before diagnosis me.” The old me could multi-task like you... By Leanne Donaldson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
A Newfound Appreciation For My EntourageMy family and I often make light of the roles my chronic conditions have required them to take on. Since I need my husband to drive me most days, we... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reflections of a Mom on Mother’s Day Living with Psoriatic ArthritisBeing a mom is hard. Being a mom living with psoriatic arthritis can feel downright impossible. When I first found out I was going to be a mom, I had... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Path to the Right Diagnosis with PsAThe journey that leads to a diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is as unique as the people who have it. Some people exhibit symptoms and are diagnosed at a young... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Talking Pain: The Conversation EquationMy first symptom of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) was a case of swollen knuckles that resulted in bulbous disfigurement at each finger's bend. I woke in tears each morning afraid to touch, well, anything... By Kim Clune3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
To My Dear Friend, Newly Diagnosed with Psoriatic ArthritisI know you are scared. I know you are in pain and very confused. You are filled with self-doubt and worry. You are frustrated. Maybe you are even angry. Yes... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
The Ghost of Past Fears: Stigma of Using Mobility Aids When TravelingLiving with multiple chronic illnesses and having limited mobility has forced me to face fears that I never expected to. The stigma that society has placed on who should use... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pajama PartyIn the 17+ years of living with multiple chronic illnesses which includes psoriatic arthritis, my life has become one big pajama party. Adjusting to this wasn’t easy as I was... By Cynthia Covert1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
"Shoe" Pain AwayLike many women, I love clothes, make up, and accessories. But, alas, my biggest struggle with my love for clothing is my love-hate relationship with shoes. I absolutely love shoes... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments