Best Gifts For Those With Migraines

Migraines are no joke! I’ve been dealing with chronic migraines for several years. (I’ve had three this week and am currently trying to get another one.) Whether you are here looking for the best gifts for those with migraines or maybe you are a migraine sufferer looking for ideas for relief, I hope this blog post helps.

This blog post is all about gifts for migraine sufferers!

Below, you will find a list of some of my favorite items for battling migraines or any other type of headache.

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Best Gifts for Migraine Sufferers

If you are here looking for a gift for the migraine sufferer in your life, you’re probably familiar with migraines, but if you don’t know what they are, here is a brief explanation.

Migraines are more than just a ‘headache.’ Migraines are a neurological illness, which means it affects the brain and nervous system. Migraines differ from person to person and can vary in intensity based on any number of factors, including stress levels, weather conditions, or whether you’re menstruating each month.

Migraine symptoms include:

These are just a few symptoms of migraines. Every person experiences migraines differently, and each migraine attack is unique, and we all have different triggers. You can learn more about migraines here.

• Sensitivity to light, smell, and noise
• Brain Fog
• Nausea/vomiting
• Fatigue
• Headache (Moderate to Severe)
• Difficulty Speaking
• Visual Disturbances
• Migraine Hangover

Best Gifts For Those With Migraines

Migraines can be an extremely debilitating condition that greatly impacts the quality of life of the individual and their loved ones. If you have a friend or loved one who suffers from migraine headaches, here are some gift ideas that may help them manage their condition:

People need to be more compassionate. Chronic pain is no joke. And it’s every day waking up not knowing how you’re going to feel.

-Lady Gaga

Ice Pack, Ice mask or Ice Roller

Ice packs can help with pain relief, stress relief, and relaxation. I’ve found that putting an ice pack on my head helps relieve the pain when I’m having a migraine attack.

Eye Mask and Migraine Glasses

Many migraine sufferers are sensitive to light. They may not be able to control the environment, but they can make the environment as migraine-friendly as possible. When my migraines hit, I want it as dark as possible, and I wear my eye mask. I have a cooling gel eye mask, but sometimes I just want my simple eye mask like the one pictured below. Also, some migraine sufferers like migraine glasses. I’ve never worn them, but many swear by them.

Tea and Tea Infuser

Tea is a great way to relax and reduce stress, which can be helpful for a migraine sufferer. Herbal tea, a tea infuser, and a cute tea cup would make a wonderful gift for those suffering from migraines.

Popular teas for migraines:

Ginger Tea: Ginger tea is known for its ability to help with an upset stomach. Ginger tea is a natural remedy for helping with nausea which plagues many suffering from migraines. Here’s a great one that has turmeric blended with it. This tea is a great anti-inflammatory.

Peppermint Tea: Peppermint tea is also good for an upset stomach and is anti-inflammatory. Here is another wonderful tea by Tulsi. I love their teas plus, they are organic.

Chamomille: I love a cuppa chamomile tea. It’s wonderful for helping you to relax. It also helps reduce the stress and anxiety that goes along with migraine attacks.

Stress Relief Ball Squishy Toy or Anxiety Fidget Toys

Stress balls or anxiety fidget toys are a great way to relieve stress when you’re in pain. You can squish them, toss them, and squeeze them. They come in all sizes and colors, so there is sure to be one that fits your personality!

My sister bought my husband a Dammit Doll when he was going through chemotherapy. If you’ve never seen one, you can check them out here. Any migrainer would appreciate it! lol!

T-Shirt

A cozy graphic t-shirt would be a fun gift to include in a migraine care package. They have tons of t-shirts for migraine awareness. Here is a t-shirt design that defines what a migraine warrior is.

Patches and Oils

Migraine sufferers can benefit from the use of pain relief patches, oils, or gummies. While these products are not specifically designed for migraines, they do provide some relief from pain and can maybe help you get a good night’s sleep.

 I often use the oils on pressure points like on my temples and the back of my neck. I carry them in my purse so I can apply them if a migraine hits when I’m away from home. Here are a few of my favorites. I haven’t tried the chamomile patches but have them in my cart. They get great reviews.

Noise-Canceling Earphones or a White Noise Machine

Often we are sensitive to noise so some noise canceling earphones would be a nice gift. They are great for blocking out the noise and listening to soothing music or white noise. White noise has been researched to treat migraines. You might rather purchase a white noise machine. My grandson has one he uses to block out the noise because he’s a light sleeper. I find it rather relaxing and soothing.

Migraine Journal or App

Migraine journal/tracker is a wonderful way to help you track migraines. It can also be used to find out what triggers your migraine attacks and how often they occur.

The idea behind this is simple: Migraine journal will help you discover the patterns in your migraine attacks so that you can better manage them. You may also want to include information about the symptoms associated with the attacks, such as pain levels, nausea, vomiting, medications used, and other factors.

A migraine journal is not only useful for treatment purposes but also for research purposes. The more you know about your condition and its triggers, the better prepared you’ll be to manage it effectively.

I personally use an app called Migraine Buddy and I’ve been using it for years. They have a subscription that allows more features, but the free version offers everything I need.

Cook a Meal or Run Errands 

This!!! If you live nearby, ask your loved one if they need groceries picked up, errands ran or a cooked meal. You can’t go wrong with a home-cooked meal—just make sure you ask ahead of time if there are any foods they shouldn’t eat or aren’t in the mood for. They may be nauseated and may not feel like eating a bowl of chili, but I can guarantee you they will love not having to cook for themselves. When you feel bad it’s the last thing you want to do.

Final Thoughts

In the fight to find relief, there is no one size fits all method. Each migraine sufferer will have their own favorite remedy, but it might be helpful to recognize that The best gifts are those which cannot be bought with money. Give your loved ones the gift of time and attention by doing things that will help them when they are dealing with migraines. Even offering to accompany them to their appointments and doing research on their behalf can bring an amazing sense of relief during a difficult time in life.

If you want to learn more about migraines and how you can help raise awareness, you can find more information at The Migraine Awareness Foundation.

P.S. Please read my recent blog post about How going Gluten-Free Reduced my Migraines.