BeWell Blog
Coping with Fatigue: How to Manage Chronic Illness Exhaustion
Written by: Amanda Phillips Fatigue. It's an issue most people experience from time to time, but for those of us struggling to live with chronic illness, fatigue can be a constant, overwhelming part of daily life. Not the kind of...
10 Tips and Tricks to Relieve Nausea
Written by: Amanda Phillips We've all felt nauseous at one time or another, but if you are living with a chronic condition or regular treatments, such as chemo, it can feel like the most constant and least welcome of companions....
Why Symptom Tracking with a Journal Can Improve Wellness
Written by: Amanda Phillips Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), or for that matter any chronic illness, is an unwieldy beast. Some days, you feel okay, while others are a mystery as to who is running your body. It is...
Why a Cozy Blanket Is a Must-Have for Spoonies This Fall
Written by: Amanda Phillips As the days shorten and temperatures cool, the simple comfort of warmth becomes, quite literally, essential to those of us living with chronic illness. Be it for joint pain, exhaustion, or a seven- or eight-hour hospital...
Must-Have Gifts for Anyone Who Has a Chronic Illness
It is so hard to give a thoughtful gift to someone with a chronic illness. You want it to be practical but, above all, comforting. A truly great gift is something that makes their day-to-day life a little bit easier...
What to Bring to the Hospital: Essentials and Comfort Items
Whether the stay in the hospital is planned or unplanned, preparing for days or even more to be spent away from home is stressful. Packing the right items can make a big difference and help make your time in the...
Top Must-Have Accessories for Chronic Illness Management
In life, with a chronic illness, the difference usually comes from an assortment of tools and accessories that can make things easier. Whether going out to medical appointments, managing medications, or attempting to stay comfortable around the house, a few...
How to Prepare for Infusion Day: A Comprehensive Guide
Infusion days are long and, quite often, very tiring. A little preparation can make the entire experience quite comfortable. Whether this is your first infusion or one of several, having a plan in place really can help in getting through...
Things to Know When Visiting Someone in the Hospital
Visiting someone in the hospital is a little daunting but really one of the most thoughtful things one can do for a friend or loved one. Whether they are in for a short stay or longer recovery, your being there...
Reasons to Warm Up on Infusion Day
Infusion days are long and difficult, and keeping warm is a key to being at your most comfortable during treatments. Most infusion rooms are kept on the cooler side for equipment purposes, but that doesn't mean you should feel cold....