Migraine Essentials - UK Migraine Awareness Week 2019

I've written about migraines before but that was more of an info/awareness post so because of my frequent migraines I thought I'd write a list of some of my personal migraines essentials which you might find helpful.

Everyone's unique and have their own personal essentials and tips and tricks but here are a few of mine...

1. Dimmable lights 
2. Cooling forehead pad/cold wet flannel or forehead roll-ons
3. Eye masks - I either use a cotton or I have another which has a gel insert which I can pop in the fridge
4. Comfortable noise cancelling headphones or ear defenders/ear plugs
5. Whatever medication you need and take for your migraines and for pain relief and anti-sickness
6. Big tumbler of water/juice to keep your fluid intake up and with ice cubes in
7. Plenty of cushions and pillows to get you into a comfortable and supportive position
8. Pjs, (because they're more comfortable and lighter to wear)
9. Just-in-case sick bag/bowl 
10. Having your phone nearby
11. Communication cards - I get mine from © Stickman Communications 
12. Cooling air fan
13. Something easy to do which can help distract you like listening to a podcast or audiobook on the lowest volume.
14. Rehydration solution
15. Snacks as I find this easier than big meals, cold things like ice lollies or sorbet are especially nice