Chronic Kidney Disease and Dealing With Uncontrollable High Blood PressureDealing with chronic kidney disease has taught me that controlling my blood pressure is a top priority for me. I am just...reactions5comments
My First Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness MonthMy first chronic kidney disease (CKD) awareness month has passed. Nothing brings the issue of CKD awareness home like hearing your new...reactionscomments
Getting Back To WorkIt's time for me to get off of my feet and back into the workforce. Three months ago, my body was going...reactionscomments
How is High Blood Pressure Related to Chronic Kidney Disease?High blood pressure, also called hypertension, can be a complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Hypertension can also be a risk factor...reactionscomments
Sodium, Hypertension, and Kidney DiseaseSo, let’s talk about hypertension, sodium, and our little kidney function today. We all have heard at some point in our lives...reactionscomments
The Importance Of Knowing Your LimitIn September 2023, I spent five days abroad, and I must say I enjoyed a well-deserved break and sunshine as London, England...reactionscomments
When The Caregiver Needs Privacy As A PatientI have been a caregiver for years. But when I got my kidney scare, along with a few other things, I was...reactionscomments
How I Manage Dialysis At HomeFor those of you that have my read previous articles or follow me and my journey on instagram, you may know that...reactions5comments
Rest, Refill, RechargeThere are 12 months, 365 days, and 8,760 hours in a year and somehow, there is still not enough time. Somehow we all...reactions1comment
The Importance Of Self-Care As A CaregiverCaregiving is such an important task. But what’s more important is how to go easy on your own self while being there...reactionscomments
Having SupportSpousal and family support can be a big help when suffering through a kidney failure. Especially the long hospital visits and the...reactions2comments
Mental Health During Stage 5 CKDFor those that have read previous articles of mine or follow my Instagram account miss__ckd, you know that I am currently sitting...reactions7comments
Finding Meaning and Purpose in Life with Chronic Kidney DiseaseHow ya’ll doing? Today, I want to talk about a topic that has been close to my heart since my CKD diagnosis...reactions3comments
Salmon Stir FryThis recipe is great if you are looking for a simple dish that only takes about 30 minutes to make. This is...reactionscomments
The Power of Saying NoNo is a one word sentence and should be taken that way. Being diagnosed with lupus and chronic kidney disease at a...reactionscomments
Dealing With Chronic Kidney Disease and RelationshipsHow ya’ll doing? Recently, I was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD). I really didn’t know I would have to handle many...reactions1comment
What Does Death Do Us Part Really Mean?My son has known his wife since middle school. They have been married for 18 years and have 3 beautiful children. They...reactionscomments
Confidence and CKDConfidence can come in many forms when you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), like advocating for yourself, setting boundaries with others, talking...reactionscomments
Skin Issues I Have Faced While Living With Chronic Kidney DiseaseIn 2022, I had one of the worst allergic reactions I have ever experienced. It was like I had reptile skin. It...reactionscomments
In-Home Testing for Chronic Kidney DiseaseHealthy kidneys filter wastes and extra fluid from the body. They also help maintain normal blood pressure, bone health, and red blood...reactionscomments
