Ask Aunt Lori - “The Pill” and Antibiotics
Dear Aunt Lori,
I currently take birth control pills. If I get sick and take antibiotics, will my pills no longer work?
Birth Uncontrolled?
Chronic SOS - May 24, 2023
Because I love Animal Crossing, it's no surprise that I love Stardew Valley too. Em got me into it (once again, shoutout Em) and in turn, I got my mirror BFF into it.
Ask Aunt Lori - Tubal Ligation
Dear Aunt Lori,
I've had all the kids I want and I don't want anymore! I love being a mom, but I can't have a whole circus! I want to get my tubes tied, can you tell me more about it?
Enough Babies
Celebrating & Mourning My Voice
I sung everywhere: in the shower, in the car, in my room, and on stages. I've sung for graduations, competitions, basketball games, and to my dogs.
But when I woke up on February 17 of 2016, when I tried to ask my mom where I was, nothing came out.
Chronic SOS - May 20, 2023
In honor of someone's birthday, I'll be focusing on sharing some wrestling stories of Andre the Giant.
Mental Health Metal
Metal music has a bad reputation of being a generally negative genre; but behind the screaming, heavy drums and guitars, there's actually a lot of good being done.
Decorating
When I was a teenager, I had to have my gallbladder removed. It was my first surgery and experience with anesthesia and painkillers stronger than Tylenol.
Remembering Thomas
He should be celebrating his 30th birthday today; instead, he's been gone over 13 years.
Ask Aunt Lori - Vasectomy
Dear Aunt Lori,
I don't want any more kids. I don't want my wife to go through a surgery, but I'm also scared of a vasectomy. Is it really painful and difficult? Will I have to take hormones afterwards?
No More Babies
Ask Aunt Lori - Why are you still wearing a mask?
Dear "Aunt Lori",
Covid is over; why are you still wearing a mask? Are you so afraid of a LITTLE virus that you're going to stop living life forever?
Sheep Eating Lion
Chronic SOS - May 14, 2023
In honor of all the mothers in the world, I'm going to share some pictures of the two animal mothers I've had as pets: Molly and Kimchi.
Neurodivergent Love Languages
While these aren't official, it is another pattern in human behavior; it's really helpful to learn how neurodivergent people communicate and show affection that may differ from the general ways.
Chronic SOS - May 10, 2023
I somehow managed to accidentally delete my Animal Crossing New Horizons Island I had built up (AND the backup), but after I was mad at myself for a while, I started up a new one. It's finally starting to look good again and I'm reminded of how great Animal Crossing is for games that are relaxing and fun - perfect for distracting you from uncooperative organs.
Ask Aunt Lori - Birth Control
Dear Aunt Lori,
I want to start having sex, but I don't want to get pregnant. What are my options for birth control?
No Babies
Chronic SOS - May 5, 2023
Over the years, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican heritage in the United States.
This year, I'd like to focus on a famous Mexican artist who struggled with chronic pain and health issues: Frida Kahlo.
Taco Bell on a Mechanical Soft Diet
When following a mechanical soft diet, it is best to have foods with soft tortillas and avoid crunchier ingredients. Adding sauces, sour cream, and melted cheeses to soften and add moisture to the food. As a bonus, these items often add calories.
Ask Aunt Lori - safe sex
Dear Aunt Lori,
I want to start having sex, but I want to do it safely. I DON'T want STIs!
Not Crabby
Chronic SOS - April 29, 2023
“Drink more water”
Dr. Waters talked excessively during my first visit and focused almost solely on overactive bladder treatments - though I was there for recurring UTIs and kidney stones, which aren't something that overactive bladder causes.
PoopLog Review
Though everyone should be familiar with their typical bowel habits, it's even more important to familiarize yourself with the kids you drop off at the pool if you have a medical condition, particularly gastrointestinal and/or neurological conditions.
As with many things - there's an app* for that!