Did I Pack Enough?...One of my biggest anxieties with asthma is making sure I have all my medications. There is nothing quite like the anxiety...reactions11comments
Cocoa...I did some research after investigating what can help with asthma. I am a chronic asthmatic, had two respiratory events, and am...reactionscomments
It’s Really Nice Having Asthma Friends...I think anyone can have empathy. Anyone can show support for others regardless of what ailments they have. But if you do...reactions8comments
Tips for Communicating With Your Doctor...Your asthma is most likely to stay under control when you work hand in hand with your healthcare team. This post will...reactions2comments
Bagged or Bagless? That is the Question!...Right now, I am on a mission to find the perfect vacuum cleaner for my apartment. My current vacuum does not seem...reactions12comments
Advice from My Mom: Keep Moving and Use Your Spoons...Before my mom passed away a few years ago, I asked her to give me one piece of life advice that she...reactions9comments
Unclear Proportions: Blurred Lines Between Mild, Moderate and Severe Asthma Statistics...While working on an article recently, I wanted to include a statistic about the proportional representations of intermittent, mild, moderate and severe...reactions7comments
Common Preservatives May Present a Risk to Kids With Asthma...There are many triggers in our natural world for asthma and allergies, including pollen, mold, insect droppings and dust mites. But many...reactionscomments
Mom Guilt...Oh, boy was I guilty of this! Should we continue our career? Or stay home with the kids? Why can't I keep...reactionscomments
Time for Asthma Camps!...School is almost out, and many parents are making plans for summer camp. I used to dread every summer because my two...reactions2comments
Finding the Right Babysitter for your Asthmatic Child...Having an asthmatic child is tough. There is nothing worse than watching your child struggling to breathe. Modern medicine has come a...reactionscomments
Seven Tips for Parents with a Chronic Condition...Navigating life with a chronic condition can be challenging. Adding children and parenting stress into the mix can make it feel like...reactionscomments
1st Time With a Kid in The Hospital?...Life doesn't always go as planned. Especially when you have asthma. Or kids with asthma. As a mom to 3 grown children...reactionscomments
Parenting While Managing a Chronic Illness...Whether or not you have a child, most individuals would agree that parenting is hard. Although there is no right or wrong...reactions1comment
How to Keep Children With Asthma Healthy at Halloween...Halloween can be a fun time when you have children. Pumpkins, costumes, parties, decorations and trick-or-treating can bring the season to life...reactionscomments
Parenting and Fatigue...Being a parent is a tiring job, and often, life with a chronic illness often comes with fatigue. Both together can be...reactionscomments
Asthma Action Plans and the Kiddos...Asthma action plans are an integral part of managing asthma. It is important for any and all asthmatics to have one, regardless...reactionscomments
Similarities Between Asthma and COPD...COPD and Asthma are two different diseases. But, they also have many similarities. Both are chronic lung diseases. Both require those diagnosed...reactionscomments
Medications Used To Treat Asthma and COPD...COPD and asthma are similar diseases. Symptoms felt are similar, such as shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. Even the medicines...reactions2comments
Risk Factors for Developing COPD If You Have Asthma?...Earlier I explained how asthma becomes COPD. In this post I would like to explain what the risk factors are for asthma...reactionscomments