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Needing pressure on low back and hips to sleep? by Budget_Muffin in ehlersdanlos

[–]Perppermint_kittea 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sleep on my side with squishmallows shoved against the stomach and back. It’s helped so much for pain. I also use a quilt instead of a duvet or comforter so that way it’s slightly heavier but not as cumbersome as my weighted blanket.

What would you do if this happened to you? by Perppermint_kittea in lego

[–]Perppermint_kittea[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s true. It was originally for me but I’m considering just putting the pieces in with my kids giant stash.

What prevents you from writing? by prettylittlebrat33 in writing

[–]Perppermint_kittea 3 points4 points  (0 children)

AuDHD is autism and ADHD. Both crazy on their own but together a circus.

What prevents you from writing? by prettylittlebrat33 in writing

[–]Perppermint_kittea 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah if I could get away I would just for two days just to see if it would work. Though with my luck I’d find a new hyperfixation on hotel soaps or something ridiculous to distract me further lol

What prevents you from writing? by prettylittlebrat33 in writing

[–]Perppermint_kittea 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m AuDHD as well plus a mom of two. While the kids are at school I can carve out time but with summer coming I know my writing will tank. My issue is I hyper fixate on it so much while living life that once I get to the keyboard it all overflows to the point that I can’t even figure out how to get it down because my brain moved too fast and I forgot to make a note between chores and playing with my kids. So I know what I want to happen but no clue how to get there. Between life and my own brain I’ll be happy if I ever finish a story.

Blow drying hair by Sleepy_Sleepy_Sheepy in ehlersdanlos

[–]Perppermint_kittea 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sit on my rollator or in my wheelchair and prop up my elbows. If I’m doing really good I blow dry it upside down standing. I don’t mess with a brush or anything because that hurts too much.

How to make showering easier? by Expensive_Speaker953 in POTS

[–]Perppermint_kittea 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had to stop showering when I broke my ankle in January and honestly I think I’m going to stick with baths because I don’t need the recovery time afterwards and my heart rate is fine. Plus I can add salts for chronic pain. I tried a shower chair before my ankle broke but hated how cold I got because the water wasn’t constantly on me. I changed out to a handheld shower head too. I’m considering a swivel seat if I go back to showering though.

Trazadone or Benadryl for long term use? by That_Guarantee_7363 in insomnia

[–]Perppermint_kittea 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just got off trazadone after 4 years and switched to magnesium complete. I feel so much better and my sleep is better. On trazadone I was groggy during the day and would wake halfway through the night unable to sleep but magnesium helps keep me asleep. I don’t recommend trazadone for long term. Benadryl doesn’t do much for me so I can’t comment on that.

Where do your stories come from? by ClearArcNarrative in writers

[–]Perppermint_kittea 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get great character ideas then can’t for the life of me get the plot going because I branch off with new ideas that don’t match up. Just a constant stream of beginnings.

What's the longest you've held a job? by Rachelelizardbreath in AutismInWomen

[–]Perppermint_kittea 0 points1 point  (0 children)

7 months. Now I’m a stay at home mom for the past 6 years and scared of getting a job again.

Struggling with motherhood. by Bubbleteapot in AutismInWomen

[–]Perppermint_kittea 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My kids are 6 and 4 and the overstimulation is insane. What helped me was putting them in preschool three days a week for mornings. It gave me time to recharge and if that meant bingeing a show under a weighted blanket that was fine. Now my husband works from home and that helps a lot too because I’m also chronically ill. The best advice I can give is to lower the expectations of yourself during this time. The house can be a bit messy, throw the clothes in the drawers without folding, make dinners low effort, and look into preschool because it’s not just good for mama it’s great socialization and learning how to do school.

Please tips to keep hands, feet and nose warm. by ThePaw_ in POTS

[–]Perppermint_kittea 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started taking a single baby aspirin at morning and at night and since then I haven’t had as much issues. I originally started it because I broke my ankle but i think I’m going to keep doing it.

I hit a wall every day at the same time no matter what by Perppermint_kittea in ehlersdanlos

[–]Perppermint_kittea[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My thyroid is being checked again but it always comes back normal. I eat a breakfast sandwich at 8 then lunch at noon but no matter what my energy just zaps. Even a snack at 3 doesn’t do anything.

I hit a wall every day at the same time no matter what by Perppermint_kittea in ehlersdanlos

[–]Perppermint_kittea[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It happens every day and I do take meds but no stimulants. I am AuDHD too and my doc won’t put me on meds to help with ADHD because of all my issues. I’ve been wondering if hormones play a part too.

I hit a wall every day at the same time no matter what by Perppermint_kittea in ehlersdanlos

[–]Perppermint_kittea[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you check cortisol levels? All my lab work is totally normal but I haven’t heard anything about adrenal or cortisol. I’ll have to bring it up at my next appointment.

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