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?...reactionscomments
Those Strange PsA Symptoms...We know that psoriatic arthritis is so much more than just chronic inflammation and joint pain. While swollen, painful joints are the primary symptoms...reactions174comments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions9comments
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...reactionscomments
Pajama PartyIn the 17+ years of living with multiple chronic illnesses which includes psoriatic arthritis, my life has become one big pajama party...reactionscomments
"Shoe" Pain AwayLike many women, I love clothes, make up, and accessories. But, alas, my biggest struggle with my love for clothing is my...reactions12comments
Managing Fatigue: Sleeping Beauty and the Chronic BeastFatigue is a cruel beast that wreaks havoc in the lives of those of us who live with a chronic illness like...reactions28comments
Is Your Exercise Plan Doomed to Fail?The worst mistake I made while attempting to come up with an exercise program since being diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis was trying...reactionscomments
Daily Struggles with Psoriatic ArthritisObviously, getting out of bed is probably the biggest struggle every single day. That is a given. But I am constantly surprised...reactions18comments
My Productive Appointment ProcedureOnce upon a time going to the doctor meant that I just needed to list my symptoms and share how I have...reactionscomments
Volunteer to Help Those with PsANational Volunteer Week is April 23-29. This is a great time to help those in the psoriatic arthritis community in many ways:...reactionscomments
Recognizing that PsA Wasn’t Just My ProblemI used to think of my chronic conditions solely as my problem and not something that would also affect my family. While...reactionscomments
Driving Miss CovertPrior to being diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, I loved driving. I had the freedom to go wherever I wanted when I wanted...reactionscomments
Pediatric to Adult Transitioning with PsAYou know you have psoriatic arthritis when you visit your rheumatologist more than you visit your family. Eventually, you really come to...reactionscomments
Parents, Children with JPsA: You Are Not AloneOur family’s psoriatic arthritis story does not begin with me. It starts with my son who was diagnosed at age 4 with...reactions2comments
