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Chronic Illness Must-haves
74 items
By
Emily Hare
All my holy grail items in one place that I use to manage my POTS and chronic migraines.
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Medical supplies
Hygiene
Hydration
Around the house
On the go
Clothing
Medical supplies
Wayy more reliable than the more expensive ones I've tried!
AILE Blood Pressure Monitor Upper Arm Large Cuff
It's important to have one of these!
Zacurate Pro Series 500DL Pulse Oximeter
self-explanatory!
No-Touch Digital Forehead Thermometer for All Ages
Great for hot flashes or pain!
MED PRIDE Instant Ice Bags 5x6 Inch (24)
Affordable and very easy to use!
Medline Rollator Walker with Seat, 6-inch Wheels
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Medline Folding Wheelchair, Swing Away Footrests
I use this to track my HR from day to day. I also like the ECG feature
Apple Watch Series 10 GPS 46mm Rose Gold
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This gives me so much peace of mind, and there are so many cute styles to choose from
Lauren’s Hope | Medical ID Bracelets and Alert Jewelry
Great to track trends, especially if prone to reactive hypoglycemia
CareSens N Blood Glucose Monitor Kit with 100 Strips & Lancets
The best for sugar crashes
TRUEplus Glucose Gel Pouch, 15g Fast-Acting Carbohydrates, Fruit Punch Flavor, 6 Pack
iykyk. i take this daily per my gi specialist's advice and it really does work.
MiraLAX Laxative Powder, Gentle Relief, 14 Dose
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HotHands Toe, Hand & Body Warmer Variety Pack
Hygiene
Smells great and keeps me clean and volumized on non-wash days
SGX NYC Dry Touch Volumizing Dry Shampoo
Easier to apply than a stick and I feel it lasts longer!
Antiperspirant Dry Spray
Great for staying on top of oral hygiene on those bed-bound days
Avistar 40 Prepasted Disposable Toothbrushes
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WipeEssentials Hand Sanitizer Wipes, 90ct
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Cetaphil Face & Body Wipes, 50 Ct, Twin Pack
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Conair Salon Results Detangling Hair Brush
Hydration
Love the locking feature, the handle, and the way it fits in cup holders
FreeSip® Tumbler
Tasty, good sodium levels, and helps keep sugar stable!
Liquid I.V.
My tried and true. Love citrus, raspberry, and orange
Zero Sugar Electrolytes | Paleo-Keto Friendly Hydration
Great for daily hydration!
Gatorade Zero Fruit Punch Powder (1.02 oz)
My favorite flavor!
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Cotton Candy
Fits in the side of my fave bag! (Check out my on-the-go section for the bag)
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle 32oz
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REDMOND Re-Lyte Electrolyte Powder Mix, 30 Pack
Around the house
Sooo helpful for circulation
MEGCXIT Leg Pillow Elevation Wedge
I am loving this for by the bed. The cups add extra storage too!
YASONIC 3-Tier Rolling Cart
it really works, y'all
Squatty Potty Simple Curve Toilet Stool.
My friend suggested this for easy, hands-off meal prep and it is great when all I can manage is grabbing something from the fridge
DASH Rapid Egg Cooker 12 Capacity Aqua
Don't bend at the waist if you're flaring! Use this instead!
32in GrabRunner Heavy Duty Reacher w/ Magnet
Great especially if you have pets!
LEVOIT Air Purifier for Home Allergies & Pets
I use this in bed to help with neck stability
Brookstone Lightweight Contoured Memory Foam Neck Pillow
Love this so much, it has great neck support which a lot of other reading pillows don't
ENITYA 19" Back Pillow with Pockets, Ivory
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FISYOD Foldable Laptop Table with Cup Holder (Pink)
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KKTONER Round Rolling Stool PU Leather Pink
This allows me to shower! Love it
Drive Medical Adjustable Shower Stool, 300 lb
If you have cats, this will save you the flare from bending down to feed them multiple times a day
Voluas Automatic Cat Feeder for Two Cats, 6L
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LEVOIT 3L Cool Mist Humidifier & Diffuser
On the go
I like to keep this in my bag and fill with electrolytes, snacks, and small items
Aveniee Clear Mini Travel Makeup Bag TSA
These help with my light sensitivity and migraines. This pack comes with an indoor and outdoor pair!
JFXQDR Blue Light Blocking Oversized Cat Eye Glasses
This bag is a MUST have. It fits absolutely everything. I have it in different colors
BAGSMART Puffy Quilted Tote Bag with Zipper
I swear by this fan. Several of my friends have bought one too. It's amazing
JISULIFE 3IN1 USB Mini Fan w/ Power Bank
Clothing
Super comfy with lots of styles!
Wellow
One of the few items that actually looks cute with compression socks
Urban CoCo Women's Versatile Flared Mini Skirt
Great for dressing up. If you're between sizes I recommend sizing up
Made in USA Sheer Compression Tights 20-30mmHg
I love a good house shoe
GRS GRANDROSÉ Retro MAMA Plush Slip-On Slippers
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SHAPERMINT Scoop Neck Cami Body Shaper
I have this set in multiple colors. It is so comfy and versatile for home and errands/appointments
SHEIN X JIMENA & MATEO SHEIN EZwear Scoop Neck Tank Top and Track Shorts
This brand is a bit more medical-grade than Wellow.
Mens and Womens Compression Socks
These help me feel a bit more put together when I'm flaring and don't have the energy to do my hair
Ondder 10 Pack Knotted Headbands for Women
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Maidenform Womens Seamless Tummy Control Bodysuit
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Medical Compression Pantyhose 20-30mmHg XL
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Dizzy Girl Club Dysautonomia Awareness Tee
Comfort
So soothing and fun! My friend gifted me the sloth when I first got diagnosed
Warmies®, the Original Heatable Weighted Stuffed Animal
I love this for tracking symptoms
bloom daily planners Undated Chronic Illness Planner
I use this for everything. Migraines, hot flashes, panic, you name it. I have a few and keep them on rotation
Migraine Relief Cap - Hot & Cold Therapy
Soooo amazing in the cold weather!
GOTCOZY Heated Blanket 50x60 Rose Dust
Great for coat hanger pain
Mo Cuishle Shiatsu Back Shoulder Neck Massager
I use these for grounding and they're easy to take with you!
UpNature Essential Oils Roll On Set - 4 Pack
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GOQOTOMO Flower Heating Pad 12x24, 12 Heat Levels
A great way to gamify nervous system regulation and find new ways to stay calm
Vagus Nerve Deck: 75 Exercises to Reset
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Comfytemp Weighted Heating Pad for Neck & Back
Snacks
So good for electrolytes and easy sugar stability throughout the day. I love that they’re portable and you don’t need a spoon!
Great Value Unsweetened Applesauce, 3.2 oz, 24 Pouches
Delicious and way more affordable than Quest for the same protein
Pure Protein Bars, Galactic Brownie, 20g Protein, Gluten Free, 1.76 oz, 12 Ct
Hear me out: mix these with some coffee or chai. Protein-packed and yummy!
Premier Protein Shake 30g, 1g Sugar, Pumpkin Spice, 12 Pack
Entertainment
This makes it easy for me to do puzzles in bed!
Ravensburger Puzzle Storage System 17962
I have really been enjoying a good coloring sesh!
WELLOKB 80 Colors Dual Brush Tip Markers
Really great if you share a bed with someone--you can listen to music or a podcast while lying down to sleep
Perytong Wireless Sleep Headphones Sports Headband
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Stress Relief Coloring Book: Bold & Easy Designs
Super fun puzzle book!
Murdle: Volume 1 (Murdle, 1)
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ChronicBabe 101: Craft an Incredible Life
Check out my book list for recommendations!
Glocusent Book Light, 3-Color, 6-Brightness, Rechargeable
I couldn't live without my Kindle
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB, 7" Display, Black
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Crayola Colored Pencils, 100 Assorted
