First-Time School Germs Give Me AnxietyIt’s the nightmare all moms talk about after starting school or daycare for the first time: how frequently their children and/or other...reactionscomments
CF Changes You from the Inside OutThere is one conversation that repeats in the CF community that always makes me stop and think about my life and those...reactionscomments
Cystic Fibrosis and PneumothoraxPneumothorax is also known as a collapsed lung. It is caused by damage to the lung which then releases air into the...reactionscomments
Hearty Cheese Tortellini SoupIt’s winter here in Ohio, and that means it’s time for soup! All the soup! Soup is one of my favorite dishes...reactions2comments
Complementary Therapies To Help Manage CF SymptomsI have been a huge fan of alternative medicine and complementary therapies to help manage my cystic fibrosis journey. Here I share...reactionscomments
Three Ways to Sanitize Nebulizer CupsAn important step in airway clearance is the maintenance and cleaning of nebulizer cups used to nebulizer inhaled medications. Since I care...reactionscomments
Cystic Fibrosis and Crohn's DiseaseDoctors and researchers speculate that there may be a relationship between Crohn’s disease and cystic fibrosis (CF). However, research on the link...reactionscomments
Supplemental Oxygen on FlightsThe topic of travel may not be at the forefront of your thoughts these days. However, the approaching warm weather may have...reactions1comment
Nutritious Ways to Boost Your Toddler's WeightMaintaining a healthy weight is essential for someone with cystic fibrosis. A low BMI is a risk factor in lung function decline and...reactionscomments
Transferring PharmaciesMoving can be a stressful. Coordinating leases, installations, and packing your life into boxes can feel like a lot. If you have...reactionscomments
Are Your Friends and Family Supportive of Your CF?It is no secret that living with cystic fibrosis (CF) can be time-consuming, frustrating, or even flat-out difficult. Due to the day-to-day...reactionscomments
Creating a New RoutineMost people have a routine of some sort, even if they are unaware, and it varies from person to person depending on...reactionscomments
Does CF Cause Kidney Stones?Have you ever passed a dreaded kidney stone? If you have, then you know having a kidney stone is not a fun...reactionscomments
Mediterranean PizzaThis is a favorite pizza of my spouse, Cheriz! She loves the fact that it is high in fat grams, which goes...reactionscomments
Choosing To Send Our Daughter To Daycare: Part IOur daughter, Margo, has been in daycare since she was four months old. As two working parents, daycare was always a given...reactionscomments
Mornings are Tough with CFNot a morning person? You’re definitely not alone. Our circadian rhythms have an impact on how alert we are throughout the day...reactionscomments
The Many Colors of Cystic Fibrosis: BlueJoseph and the Technicolor Dream coat is one of my favorite shows. I see it every Christmas. One of my favorite songs...reactionscomments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth SurgeThe technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United...reactionscomments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from...reactionscomments
Returning to Normal As the masks come off and regulations relax around the country, I’ve started to reflect on what the past year has meant...reactionscomments
