Head Hurt? Find Relief And Relaxation With Excedrin Migraine! #GIVEAWAY ARV:$140 3 WINNERS! 12/13

12/1/2011

If you've ever experienced a migraine headache, you know it's no walk in the park. Your head throbs, you're sensitive to light and sound, and the pain is so intense that someone hitting you and knocking you out sounds more like relief than assault. When I experience a migraine, I turn into the "Evil Mommy Monster." I am snappish, grouchy, and not very pleasant to be around. But I don't think anyone is all rainbows and butterflies when it feels like their head is literally about to explode!

You may recall that the East Coast had a rare, significant earthquake a couple of months ago. This quake originated less than an hour away from me, and it shook my house quite violently. For some odd reason, I started experiencing severe migraines later that day and was plagued by them for over a week. Coincidence? I don't know. What I do know is that I was in severe pain and discomfort and couldn't even sleep. The headaches I was experiencing were horrid, lasting for several hours at a time. Just when I thought they had ceased, they'd come back with a vengeance.

Before this odd occurrence, I suffered from migraine headaches only occasionally. Thankfully, the constant headaches have stopped. But I still do get migraines once in awhile, especially when it's close to that time of the month or if I haven't gotten enough sleep. Even spending too many hours working online can trigger a doozy of a migraine for me. When this happens, I always grab some Excedrin Migraine for fast relief of my migraine symptoms. Excedrin is the first non-prescription medication that is FDA approved to treat all of those nasty migraine symptoms. It's even the most recommended over the counter remedy by neurologists.

Excedrin comes in capsule or tablet form and contains acetaminophen (paracetamol), caffeine, and aspirin. This combination of active ingredients is very effective for treating even the worst headaches. (I know this from personal experience.)I generally don't like taking pills of any kind, but I am always willing to reach for my bottle of Excedrin when migraines attack. It usually provides significant relief within 20-30 minutes. This is so important, because life doesn't stop for a migraine. I still have diapers to change, babies to feed and snuggle, and homework to help with. Not to mention housework and blogging. Excedrin helps me stay on top of my responsibilities even when my headache is holding me back.

Do you suffer from migraines? You're not alone! It might surprise you to know that nearly 30 MILLION American adults suffer from migraines on a regular basis. And most sufferers are women. It's bad enough we have to deal with periods, cramps, and childbirth...We also have to deal with migraines far more regularly than men. (Lucky guys!)

Recently, the folks at Excedrin teamed up with the National Headache Foundation to conduct a survey looking at just how much people with migraines suffer. It's quite interesting to see some of the trade-offs people would gladly make in exchange for a migraine free life. Here are some eye-opening examples of the lengths people would go to:

Nearly two-thirds (61%) of adult migraine sufferers would willingly wait in a long line rather than suffer from migraine pain

A third (33%) would give up five percent of their annual salary

Other workers would toss their vacation days (26%) or weekends (17%)

And more than half (52%) would rather visit in-laws

So as you can probably deduce, migraines are no laughing matter! I would gladly make certain sacrifices myself in order to be free of migraine pain once and for all! There are many ways to effectively manage migraines. Please note that there are no simple solutions and every treatment plan should be individualized and approved by a licensed physician. And remember, ANY medications, such as Excedrin Migraine, should be taken only as directed.

Here are some helpful tips for managing migraine pain:

Perhaps the most important tool in tracking migraines is a migraine diary. It is used by doctors to track potential triggers and patterns related to your migraine. It helps you track food you eat when migraines occur, duration of migraines, type of pain, amount of sleep, etc.

Aerobic exercise has been shown to make an appreciable difference in reducing migraines and promoting a general sense of well-being. Even if you walk only 15 to 20 minutes.

Drinking plenty of water will help you keep hydrated and can help prevent the frequency of migraine incidents.

And, when migraine pain does set in, consider finding a quiet place to rest, applying a cool compress to the back of your neck.

Talk with your doctor about an over-the-counter pain reliever like Excedrin® Migraine, which starts to relieve migraine pain in 30 minutes.

For more tips and insights, please visit www.execedrin.com/migraine.

I have personally tried many of the above techniques for managing the pain of migraine headaches, and they really can work wonders. I highly recommend checking out Excedrin's Facebook page for a downloadable Migraine Diary to help identify the triggers of your migraines as well as for more great tips, facts, and information. While you're there, you can become part of the discussion and find that you're definitely not alone. Millions of people suffer from migraines, and with the proper tools and knowledge, this is a condition that can be effectively managed.

HOW TO CONNECT AND SPECIAL OFFER:

Check out Excedrin on Facebook to see real migraine stories, and share your tips and suggestions with other migraine sufferers.

You can also visit The Migraine Center for more information on migraine relief.

You can download an Excedrin Migraine $1 Off Coupon HERE.

WIN IT:

The folks at Excedrin know that relaxation is a wonderful way to help combat migraine pain, and want to offer THREE of my lovely readers an amazing Relaxation Gift Basket! (ARV:$140.00)

And what is inside this lovely little basket? TONS of goodies to help pamper and relax you!

A therapeutic neck wrap that can be heated or frozen
Swarovski Crystal Ear Buds to listen to relaxing music
A soothing gel eye mask
$15 iTunes gift card to purchase relaxing tunes
$50 American Express gift card for additional stress-free needs
Foot massager
Back massager

Please use this handy Rafflecopter form to enter!

This giveaway is open to US Residents 18+ and will be open until 12:01AM EST on 12/13/2011. Winners will be chosen at random and will be announced here, tweeted, shared on Facebook, and contacted via e-mail. The winners will have 48 hours to reply and claim their prize. If I receive no response, I will be forced to draw a new winner.

***Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. Migraine relief and relaxation kit were provided by Novartis Consumer Healthcare, the makers of Excedrin® Migraine; my journey for a migraine free experience is my own.***

208 Comments

Zabrina Caldwell link

12/1/2011 02:18:45 am

I have suffered from migraines since I was about 9, and I get cluster migraines where I lose my vision it was super scary as a kid because I had no idea what was happening! Now I take Excedrine, because all the RX meds make me too tired to take care of the kiddos! I love Excedrine! Ty for the great giveaway!

Ann Fudge Cluck

12/1/2011 02:21:57 am

I pretty much suffer through them. I use darkness and quiet to cope. This basket would be a Godsend.

Claire

12/1/2011 03:09:56 am

i usually pop an ibuprofen and lay down.

Leanne M

12/1/2011 04:00:45 am

I usually take something and have to go lay down in a dark room for a while.

stephie

12/1/2011 04:43:46 am

I usually end up taking a hot shower and laying down with a rag around my neck and lights low and no noise.

Margaret Smith

12/1/2011 06:45:50 am

I get migraines every couple of weeks. First, I usually feel my eyes get blurry right before a migraine sets in, so I Take a couple of Excedrins and then if I can, I lay down in a dark room or close my eyes & turn off any lights.
Thanks so much.

Sherry S.

12/1/2011 07:03:43 am

I usually take something and lay down in a dark quite room.

Joanne Schultz

12/1/2011 08:26:24 am

I am pretty fortunate with my migraines - they are very mild, sometimes just all the symptoms EXCEPT the headache!
I take Excedrin Migraine & if I am home, go to bed to sleep it off!
Thanks for the giveaway!

amanda sakovitz

12/1/2011 08:28:25 am

Black coffee helps and also laying down with earplugs in.

sarah davis

12/1/2011 10:22:24 am

i get headaches but not severe migraines. My husband gets really bad migraines. When i get a bad headache i try to drink lots of extra water and take a nap if i have time.
sarah at realtorsd.com

Jessie C.

12/1/2011 11:38:35 am

I suffer from migraine for years and I usually stay away from light/sound and sleep it off.

Janice Cooper

12/1/2011 11:50:22 am

Fortunately I don't suffer from migranes, but my hubby does sometimes. He just lays down or puts a freezing cold cloth around his neck to relieve the tension.

Tina M

12/1/2011 12:08:39 pm

I don't get migraines, my hubby does. he take a hot bath

Estelle

12/1/2011 12:24:16 pm

I don't suffer from migraines, but my husband does. I've seen him be brought to the point of tears due to his migraines. Thankfully they are not so bad now that he's taking medication for them.

Lauren Garrett

12/1/2011 01:58:03 pm

I get terrible migraines so I have to go to a pitch black room and unplug everything (I can hear it running when I have a migraine) and try to go to sleep!

Rebecca Graham

12/1/2011 04:48:18 pm

I have to lay down for a while, turn off the lights and turn off the noise.

Debbie jackson

12/1/2011 07:15:38 pm

i get migraines and end up taking prescription meds or laying down in a dark room

Stefanie Elysse Hurtado

12/1/2011 08:00:38 pm

I usually lie down and drink peppermint tea when I get migraines

Sylvia

12/1/2011 08:55:49 pm

I will usually lie down in a dark room and take a nap

Juana Esparza

12/1/2011 09:17:59 pm

When I get the occasional migraine I take an ibuprofen and a nap.

jmesparza821(at)gmail(dot)com

T.Lawson

12/1/2011 09:18:16 pm

If I feel a headache coming on, I take Excedrin. If that doesn't work, I use Imetrex.

Melinda Mendy Dinsmore

12/1/2011 09:34:15 pm

I do not suffer very often from them, but I like to take something when I feel one coming on. Excedrin is awesome.

Jennifer Hollis

12/1/2011 10:06:34 pm

I unfortunately do suffer from migraine's and it's not fun.

Mami2jcn

12/1/2011 10:47:25 pm

My husband gets bad headaches and he lies down in a dark room and closes his eyes.

Ann F

12/1/2011 10:49:45 pm

I deal with migraines by taking various pain relievers and staying in a quiet dark room.

abfantom at yahoo dot com

sarah shult

12/1/2011 11:26:41 pm

Honestly the only meds I take when I have a headache is Excedrin. I have a lot of neck pain which sometimes turns into migraines and Excedrin gives me relief everytime I take it

Corinne Soto

12/2/2011 12:02:59 am

i wouldn't know what to do without my Zomig and excedrine. At this point i should just own stock in excedrine, as i take it almost every other day, but its the ONLY things that can stop a migrane from going full blown deaf con 5. it's been a real lifesaver, since i can't always just come to a stop and lay down with 2 small toddlers
corinne.soto517(at)gmail.com

JLJMommy

12/2/2011 12:04:05 am

Turn off all sound and lights, take some pain reliever and a nap.

lisa

12/2/2011 12:47:31 am

What a nice,well put together package!

D Schmidt

12/2/2011 01:07:44 am

I never experienced a migraine until I gave birth to my youngest son. Since then they have become all too frequent and frustrating.

Beth Hill

12/2/2011 01:12:28 am

I get sinus migraines and have to use the sudafed 12 hr relief.

Kristen M

12/2/2011 02:08:19 am

I don't cope very well, if I have a migraine you can usually find me lying in the dark moaning about it!
blue65829 at aol dot com

SnowflakeDay (Audra)

12/2/2011 04:48:50 am

I've only had 1 or 2 migraines. The only thing that helped was lying down and trying to sleep and taking aspirin.

Karen Fields

12/2/2011 08:57:52 am

I've had migraines since I was eight. I have a prescription medication now, and I take a prescription preventative, but for years, I simply suffered.

renfie.fields[at]gmail.com

Barbara M

12/2/2011 09:14:25 am

I'm fortunate to not have a problem with migraines.
Thank you.
email in blogger profile

Jennifer Boehme

12/2/2011 09:27:17 am

I have to lay down in the dark. It seems forever for it to go away though. Lately they been in the front instead of the back of my head.

Jenafer Barker

12/2/2011 09:33:24 am

As a migraine sufferer of 23 years and counting. I have learned at the onset of a migraine to take an Excedrin migraine. Then a hot shower or a hot bath, I try to rest as much as I can. As a single mother of two their is very little quiet time I get. I turn the lights down or completely off and try to get as much rest as I can while still taking care of my children.

Melissa Lawler link

12/2/2011 09:45:39 am

I can usually keep a migraine under control with a combo of Excedrin, Etodolac and Biofreeze. When this doesn't work then it's time for trip to the hospital for a shot of demerol.

Ashley rexrode

12/2/2011 10:11:23 am

I usually try to listen to calming music and sit in a semi dark area.

Jessi Likey link

12/2/2011 11:58:57 am

When I get a migraine I have to take an Excedrin, turn off all the lights, and cover my eyes and forehead with a cold wash cloth.

Suzanne K

12/2/2011 01:13:15 pm

I'm lucky enough to not get migraines, but get sinus generated headaches from allergies. I try to lay down in a dark room with a neck pillow to ease them.

Amanda Kinder

12/2/2011 01:25:50 pm

When my migraines get really bad, I end up having to make sure my room is pitch dark with no noise. My mom always got em and she showed me that trick!

Kristi C

12/2/2011 09:59:36 pm

I have to take a prescription medication every day. Coffee also seems to help.

Jennifer Marie

12/3/2011 12:53:53 am

I do my best to prevent migraines by making sure I get adequate sleep. If I do feel a headache coming on I get to a dark room.

Amy W.

12/3/2011 01:33:39 am

I suffer from migraines and the only thing that really seems to help is laying down in a dark room in complete silence.

judy gardner

12/3/2011 03:16:35 am

i take prescription meds, but they dont really help. i thik my doc is going to try botox shots next

Daisy

12/3/2011 03:27:49 am

I usually take something and lay down in a peace and quite room

Fawn H

12/3/2011 03:38:38 am

I lay down in a dark room and try to sleep.

Jessica T.

12/3/2011 07:04:32 am

I try to lay down with a cool rag on my head.

Nina McClain link

12/3/2011 09:02:56 am

I got headache/migranes every day in 6th grade. I still deal with them, but I mostly just try to ignore them.

steve singer

12/3/2011 09:05:20 am

Find aquiet spot lay down and close my eyes.

Elizabeth Kaulfuss

12/3/2011 09:09:52 am

I don't have migranes. However, when I have a headache, I usually drink a Coke and try to close my eyes for a while.

Debra P

12/3/2011 09:54:12 am

I lay down and put a cool ice pack across my eyes.

Caroline B

12/3/2011 10:01:03 am

I take excedrin as soon as I feel the symptoms, then stay in a dark room, very quiet.

Liz Terek

12/3/2011 10:17:13 am

I don't know what I'd have done all these years without Excedrin Migraine. It's my lifeline!

Amber

12/3/2011 11:16:39 am

I've found that doing some yoga and stretching sometimes helps to relieve the pain of migraines

Denise Donaldson

12/3/2011 11:27:25 am

I deal with migraines with excedrin migraine. I dont leave home without it! It is my best friend. :)

Sophie S link

12/3/2011 11:58:05 am

I usually take a hot bath and then get someone to give me a massage.

Angella

12/3/2011 12:46:48 pm

Ice pack on my forehead and over my eyes and just laying in bed are the only ways I can handle a migraine!

Donna link

12/3/2011 01:21:13 pm

I take Tylenol and lay down in a dark room and try to sleep.

jose benavides

12/3/2011 02:09:53 pm

I let the headache pass thats how I deal with it

Angela Morales

12/3/2011 05:02:23 pm

I typically load up on Ibuprofen, take my contacts out, draw the blackout curtains, and do my best to try and sleep through it.

michelle mattioda

12/3/2011 10:42:30 pm

i take an excedrine and lay in bed with a wet rag on my forehead and sleep

SHAYNA

12/3/2011 11:30:51 pm

I USE TO GET REALLY BAD MIGRAINES, BUT I HAVE SINCE GIVEN UP CAFFEINE AND ALCOHOL AND FOR THE MOST PART THEY HAVE GONE AWAY..ALSO, DRINK LOTS OF WATER, STAY HYDRATED :)

shebebes@yahoo.com

Sheila K.

12/4/2011 12:48:40 am

The only thing that seems to help me is to sleep them off.

Jaclyn Reynolds

12/4/2011 01:23:49 am

Taking a painkiller and getting extra sleep.

12/4/2011 01:30:49 am

I definitely need to sleep them off. I'll usually take Ibuprofen or another pain killer, but that really doesn't help too much, then I just sleep for a few hours, and most often when I wake up it's much better.

paige chandler

12/4/2011 01:41:39 am

I take Excedrin migraine - it's the best I've found.

Lim

12/4/2011 03:42:50 am

I'm sorry, but if "Nearly two-thirds (61%) of adult migraine sufferers would willingly wait in a long line rather than suffer from migraine pain" then that means 39% of the people they asked never had a migraine. It's a LINE vs being unable to FUNCTION!

Ahem. Excuse me, I may have gotten a little carried away. I cope with ice packs and a dark, quiet room.

Jean Lynd link

12/4/2011 05:34:28 am

Thank goodness I don't get migraines. My mom does, though, and I know she suffers much. She lies down, takes meds, turns out lights & is left alone. Usually helps.

Katharine link

12/4/2011 05:52:11 am

I have had these for as long as I can remember. I take excedrin migraine, turn off the lights and try to minimize sound, and lay on a heating pad with an icepack for my head and neck.

momznite

12/4/2011 06:14:25 am

I rarely get migraines and taking a break in a darkened room helps if I have one.

Crystal F

12/4/2011 08:47:26 am

I don't get them but a friend does. She has a hard time just getting out of the bed when she has one. I really don't see how they cope with them. I feel so bad for them. thank you!

Stacy M.

12/4/2011 10:57:19 am

try to take a nap.

Carolyn

12/4/2011 11:04:36 am

found this when I was surfing for help with my headaches. dark room- NO noise and ice packs help sometimes- i will be getting Excedrin Migraine tomorrw!

Shannon Egan

12/4/2011 12:07:30 pm

I was a late bloomer when it comes to migraines. I never got them for the longest time. But about five years ago I started getting them badly. I have a muscle massager that I press to the center of the back of my neck. That usually helps quite a bet. And I actually do use Excedrin maximum strength as well.

Jennifer B

12/4/2011 12:22:09 pm

My daughter gets them sometimes. She gets them so bad she vomits. I have give her medicine and have her lie down in a dark room

Bridget Hopper link

12/4/2011 04:20:33 pm

I cope by laying down and making sure that everything is off - the tv, lights, my cell phone and take a nap.

susie lee wiener

12/5/2011 01:27:50 am

usually take tylenol and lie down.

swiener1[at]tampabay.rr.com

12/5/2011 01:41:32 am

I sometimes take an excedrin and lie down.

swiener1[at]tampabay.rr.com

12/5/2011 01:52:37 am

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edq143

12/5/2011 02:37:32 am

I turn down the lights and use a cold pack

Meaghan F.

12/5/2011 03:57:40 am

I usually take some Excedrin and then lie down in a dark room. Miss_slytherin[at]live[dot]com

Brenda Gaines

12/5/2011 06:39:57 am

turn off the lights and lay down

Amity Johnson

12/5/2011 06:42:14 am

The recent migraines I have had led me to have genetic testing done and I am awaiting results!

Ruth

12/5/2011 07:47:19 am

I'm entering for my husband - he has to turn out the lights and sleep it out. He's had to miss work several times for his migraines.

Min

12/5/2011 09:19:32 am

I've had migraines since I was teenager. IF I can catch them as they start I can prevent them from developing.

Jeffrey link

12/5/2011 04:37:52 pm

i cope by taking any asprin i can find, and lay down in a dark room and relax-oh and for me-dont breath thru my nose-dont know why but that can bring on mine-sinus thing also

Ashley H link

12/6/2011 12:33:27 am

when I do get a migraine I lay down with a cold pack over my head and sleep it off.
ashleygatewood1(AT)gmail.com

Allison Downes

12/6/2011 02:34:16 am

I take an excedrin and take a little nap

Leslie G

12/6/2011 06:08:44 am

Best thing I can do is sleep. Of course I seem to always be prego lately and that means no meds for me.

Patti Berry

12/6/2011 07:36:39 am

Love this

Beth Cook

12/6/2011 11:21:03 am

I am entering for my mom.

Christina link

12/6/2011 01:23:49 pm

I don't have migraines, but a friend of mine does, and she actually has to lie still in a darkened room for as long as she can!

Sandy H link

12/7/2011 10:05:00 am

I love Excedrin. When I have headaches I use a wet washclothe on my forehead in a very dark room.

12/7/2011 12:51:46 pm

I am out of comission when I get a migraine. I drink lots of water and sleep it off

Linda Meyers-Gabbard

12/7/2011 05:43:49 pm

mine are not to bad mostly visual so I lay down in a dark quite room with a cold compress over my eyes. This helps me the best

Rebecca Mitchell

12/7/2011 09:09:56 pm

Well I try really really hard not to turn to medication to help with headaches and aches and pains, I LOVE taking a hot bubble bath with a good book and a cup of tea, but being a student, a newly wed, and having an 8 month old... sometimes its not so easy!

katfam

12/7/2011 11:58:51 pm

I don't get them very often, but I find that sleeping helps the most.

Rita Spratlen link

12/8/2011 06:36:24 am

I get headaches now and then that nothing takes them away so I just try to sleep with a cold washrag on my head. Rita

Joni link

12/8/2011 07:01:00 am

39 year migraine sufferer here. I think I've tried it all. My only relief is prescribed Maxalt taken with a Sinus Tylenol.
dolniaks at consolidated dot net

Yona link

12/8/2011 08:57:05 am

Im not sure I ever had a migraine, but for brain splitting headaches - I turn off the lights and go to sleep.

Jillian T

12/8/2011 11:05:31 am

I usually take something, drink water, and take a nap

Lisa Weidknecht link

12/8/2011 12:22:42 pm

I sleep

Sheralle Douglas

12/8/2011 12:57:49 pm

I have suffered from migraine pain since I was in middle school, so I used to hide in a dark room with no sound and try to go to sleep. When I woke up they were usually gone. However when I was pregnant with my son, it was horrible. I couldn't take anything for the pain and just had to suffer. Now that he is here, I can't just go hide, so I have found Excedrin migraine to be very helpful.

Debbie jackson link

12/8/2011 06:05:00 pm

i take excedrin and prescription meds for migraines

Gianna

12/8/2011 07:18:01 pm

I get them all the time. I usually take a couple of advil and then down a cherry rc.

Susan Smith

12/9/2011 11:32:32 am

I take Excedrin and lay down in a dark room

Maria Gabriel

12/9/2011 12:07:26 pm

I get them occasionally so I usually take whatevers on hand and lie down in a darkened room. It's hard when you have kids though :-/

Patricia Edwards

12/9/2011 12:08:34 pm

I am a Migraine Sufferer and this Basket would really help me relax when I have a Migraine!

12/9/2011 12:11:08 pm

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Renee Walters

12/9/2011 06:31:50 pm

My daughter gets them and she has to lay down in the dark with no noise. Happy holidays! Thanks so much for the fantastic giveaway!
Renee Walters
Bored2quickly@hotmail.com

Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly link

12/9/2011 07:03:34 pm

I know it sounds weird, but I saw this on TV and it does help, open your thumb and pointer finger apart, then pinch the middle of the webbing between those fingers really hard for 8 seconds then let go, it's not 100 percent against all migraines, but I've had that work on severe headaches. Meditation daily helps PREVENT them! :-)

Caryn S

12/9/2011 11:45:19 pm

Excedrin always helps with migraines. That or a little coffee with caffeine

Chelsea

12/10/2011 01:14:46 am

I tend to take hot showers when I have a migraine ... it's like a warm, soothing head massage and just feels really relaxing in general. Keeping the lights out in the bathroom and bedroom helps, too. I find that spicy foods, like ginger and pepper, also help for some reason? The ginger's nice if it hurts bad enough to give me an upset tummy on top of the headache.

And of course, the traditional nap. Hydration and plenty of rest can help prevent them tho!

Tawnya Sather

12/10/2011 01:15:40 am

My husband suffers from migraines. He loves excedrin!

anneke

12/10/2011 03:06:13 am

I have had a couple in the past

Jill Myrick

12/10/2011 03:06:58 am

I usually try to get into as dark a place as possible and sleep a migraine off.
I tend to get a migraine at least once a month.

jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

Allison

12/10/2011 08:17:22 am

Different things work for me (depending on day and severity of the migraine): Caffeine, Jalapenos (Really- mom my has migraines too and taught me this trick), laying in a dark , quiet room and Zomig.

Kerri M

12/10/2011 01:28:50 pm

Dark, cool quiet places help. If not, then prescription meds. Thanks for the opportunity!

Debbie C

12/10/2011 01:56:44 pm

For a true migraine, I have to use a prescription drug, then retreat to a dark, quiet room and wait.

Theresa Heppner

12/10/2011 02:19:40 pm

I have dealt with migraines for my entire adult life. Excedrin migraine has been one of the few medicines that touch it sometimes. Lots of water, sleep and dark are the best combatants.

jenn link

12/10/2011 06:15:12 pm

I get migraines consistently and on the Excedrin website they ahave a migraine journal that im going to utilize

Ruth Madewell

12/10/2011 10:30:15 pm

Robin

12/10/2011 10:58:41 pm

I have to be in a dark room without any noises, I also drink lots of water

Angela Cisco

12/11/2011 01:44:19 am

When waiting on pain relievers to kick in O'll go into the bathroom turn off all of the lights and lay in a hot bath.

Danielle Day

12/11/2011 02:12:14 am

I try to sleep them off and take Excedrin migraine when it starts to get bad!!

Anita A. link

12/11/2011 02:26:28 am

Anita A.

12/11/2011 02:28:00 am

When my pain is bad, I turn out the lights and turn on soft soothing music and close my eyes and rest. If it's hot, I use a cool eye pad - if it's cold outside, I use a warm pad.

paula b

12/11/2011 03:41:34 am

coffee is my friend when I start getting a migraine!

Penny Snyder

12/11/2011 05:14:17 am

I take 4 ibuprofens & then try to lay down. grammypenny@frontier.com

Audrey link

12/11/2011 05:32:19 am

My migrains are so bad I have to turn off the lights and try to fall asleep :(

Deborah Wallin link

12/11/2011 05:38:21 am

I don't normally have a lot of problems with headaches. But if I feel one coming on, I take excedrin immediately, and lay down in a darkened room.

Catherine L. Petersen Peters

12/11/2011 05:57:52 am

Just try to sleep

syndel valle

12/11/2011 06:09:43 am

I usually just try to get some sleep. Now that I'm pregnant I take tylonal and drink lots of water!

Salleefur/Jesselyn

12/11/2011 06:52:34 am

Except for keeping the diary (which is a terrific idea!) I pretty much do everything else you mentioned above (tips from the good folks at Excedrin.)

I also try to meditate and/or relax with my eyes covered and soft, soothing music. AND while it's often impossible - try to avoid STRESS!

shirley pebbles

12/11/2011 06:59:58 am

I get auras before a migraine so if I take medicine as soon as I get these my head doesn't hurt as bad.

Britty Brannon

12/11/2011 07:04:38 am

Excedrin and Advil work wonders! Im big on herbal teas and incenses as well.

Aisling

12/11/2011 08:23:28 am

When I get a migraine (not too often anymore, thank goodness), I want bed in a dark room with some pleasant music playing low to block outside noise. And everyone should leave me alone. If I can sleep and then wake naturally, I usually feel much better.

Tricha

12/11/2011 08:50:50 am

soak in the tub then try to lay down in quiet and nap

Deanna G.

12/11/2011 09:06:34 am

When I get migraines I just lay down somewhere quiet & dark.

stephanie

12/11/2011 09:08:53 am

sleeeeep

LeAnn Voyer

12/11/2011 09:21:31 am

Luckily, I don't get them too ofter, but when I do I find I just have to go into a dark room and do the best I can to just relax.

Jessica

12/11/2011 09:21:42 am

I have had migraines since I can remember. It is such a terrible pain and ruins my day. I get them usually four or five times a week. Because I get them so often, I just go about my daily routines and try to put a smile on my face. I know it affects people around me and I hate that it does.

One thing I've found that helps is a warm towel to the forehead and closing my eyes for a bit.

Mandala

12/11/2011 09:26:21 am

I cope with migraines by staying in a dark room, doing some muscle relaxation techniques . . .and trying to get some sleep. Having a pain killer helps!

Michelle Bartolotta

12/11/2011 09:41:48 am

I usually use Excedrin Migraine to stop my headaches. This stuff works great, it is my favorite headache medication.

Amy Kaufman

12/11/2011 09:58:35 am

I hate to say this.. but I keep Excedrin in my purse at all times. When a migraine hits me.. I need to take it immediately!! I have two children and can't out of it. With in 20 minutes I am back to myself!!

Becky Seelentag

12/11/2011 10:32:03 am

I don't get migranes, but I do get tension headaches and use ibuprofen for them.
beckytag618 at gmail dot com

Jammie

12/11/2011 10:56:17 am

When I feel a migraine coming on I lay down until it passes.

MelissaO

12/11/2011 11:04:19 am

Don't get migraines but when I get headaches, I take some Exedrin and try to get some fresh air.

wolverina401 at gmail dot com

Priscilla

12/11/2011 11:12:50 am

I cope with migraine by sleeping. The slightest sound or light is unbearable, so I stay in bed.

Kayla

12/11/2011 11:20:32 am

I turn off the lights and put a cold washcloth on my head and take a nap.

Brandy Byrne

12/11/2011 11:50:43 am

I have to sit in a dark, quiet room with a cold wet rag across my forehead. I try not to take meds but will if it doesn't give way within the hour.

Carolyn Daley

12/11/2011 12:15:11 pm

I cope by taking Excedrin Extra Strength medicine, putting an ice pack on my forhead, and laying down for a few minutes.

tracey johnson

12/11/2011 12:47:05 pm

i find a dark room and lay down with an ice pack on my forhead

Jeannine m

12/11/2011 01:09:13 pm

I lay down after taking some aspirn in a very dark room

Alicia C. link

12/11/2011 01:15:13 pm

I have only had a handful of real migraines (there are too many people out there who claim a bad headache is a migraine - IT'S NOT!) I need a dark, quiet room and a hot washcloth over my forehead and eyes. They don't make it go away, but they help me get through it.

Kathleen S.

12/11/2011 01:26:50 pm

Excedrin Migraine actually works pretty good, so I take a couple of those and lay down for a while with the lights off which usually helps. Thanks.

R Hicks

12/11/2011 01:43:56 pm

Excedrin helps a lot and resting quietly with no noise

brich22 at earthlink dot net

rachel h

12/11/2011 02:45:15 pm

I don't get them often, but when I do I'm down for the count. I save OTC meds for those time to combat it as soon as I feel one coming on; and I also use essential oils to ease it away as well.

JEWEL

12/11/2011 02:51:57 pm

Julie Cowart

12/11/2011 02:54:59 pm

migraine has ruined so so many good times. Worst I had was going thru immigration into another country. My friend had to lead me thru because I couldnt even keep my eyes open with the bright lights. Not even strong meds helped that one. Thankfully I dont get them that horrible any more but when I do I always head to my bathtub, lights off and take an Excedrin Migraine. YES those work better than anything!

Ann Marie Walker

12/11/2011 03:03:23 pm

I don't get them often but when it happens I stay in a dark quiet room, avoid any light and noise and try to rest as best as possible.

Casey Everidge

12/11/2011 03:46:03 pm

i usually try to sleep migraines off

judy addler link

12/11/2011 07:51:28 pm

My Daughter and I get Migraines all the time this would nice

Susan Seymour link

12/11/2011 07:52:38 pm

I've had a migraine once a few months ago..I am sympathetic to anyone that suffers from these regularly..Ibuprofen helped me..dark sunglasses..laying down..

bobbi

12/11/2011 08:39:39 pm

when i get a migraine it takes away an entire day of my life. I can not get out of bed because the pain is so bad.I just need to be in a dark cold room.

debbi link

12/11/2011 09:01:16 pm

When I get a migraine, I try to catch it early by taking Excedrin Migraine. It's the only thing that helps! I actually carry it in my purse, just in case.
I also wrap something soft around my eyes to block out noise and light, and lie as still as possible in a quiet place.

Kathryn Costa

12/11/2011 09:28:38 pm

I used to get migraines all the time but seems now as I have gotten older they aren't as frequent. But when I do have one, usually take something and lie down for a bit. Being in a dark room usually helps me.

Rachel R. link

12/11/2011 11:23:25 pm

When I get bad headaches, I usually drink some water and coffee, take some medicine, then lay down.

Diane F

12/11/2011 11:26:35 pm

When I get bad headaches, I take some medicine and lay down real still in a dark room.

beth

12/11/2011 11:41:08 pm

I usually take excedrin when I get migranes

Karen Foster link

12/11/2011 11:52:10 pm

Heat and try to Sleep! I just hate them ;.(

Kirsten

12/12/2011 12:06:02 am

I amp myself with strong coffee, cover my eyes with a warm cloth and take two Excedrin Migraine.

Carol Foster

12/12/2011 01:15:29 am

I lay down in a dark and quiet room
carolkfoster at comcast dot net

Kendra

12/12/2011 01:39:27 am

When I get a headache I take Excedrin and then take a nap.

12/12/2011 01:40:40 am

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Kerrie Mayans link

12/12/2011 01:46:04 am

I take excederin migraine medicine and I try to cancel all my plans for the day. Luckily, this only happens a handful of times a year.

kerrie@mayansfamily.com

Desiree Dunbar

12/12/2011 01:52:43 am

Thank goodness I do not suffer from migraines.

Angela H

12/12/2011 01:54:35 am

I have only ever had one really true migraine and it was so incredibly awful! I took medicine and had to lay down but it honestly didn't do much good.

Rebecca

12/12/2011 02:05:48 am

I cope by going to a dark, quiet room until it passes.

Happi Shopr link

12/12/2011 02:22:19 am

I lie down in a quiet, dark place until it passes

Dorothy Hubbard

12/12/2011 02:27:00 am

I don't suffer from migraines, I suffer from tenson headaches. I will usualy take an excederine and relax for about 10 minutes.

gala

12/12/2011 02:34:02 am

hot sweet tea and sleep in darkness

Lisa Garner

12/12/2011 02:40:26 am

My husband suffers from migraines and we have missed many holidays and special occasions over the years due to his migraines.

brittney

12/12/2011 02:41:11 am

Honestly, nothing helps a real migraine.
brittneydejajason at gmail dot com

Stephanie A

12/12/2011 03:13:43 am

I actually have a bottle of Excedrin Migraine in my cabinet that I use. I also usually just try to drink water, lay down and hope it's over soon.

Nicole C.

12/12/2011 03:33:26 am

I, unfortunately, have them weekly! I usually either take Excedrin migraine, or a prescription med, and go to bed!

Kendra Gillilan

12/12/2011 04:05:23 am

had them since high school and some women tell me that when I go through menopause I may get relief!!! lol!! I'm 42..so...
I use Excedrin if I can catch them in time

Shay

12/12/2011 04:53:25 am

I reduce my caffine. Caffine tends to make them worse.

Sandra K321

12/12/2011 05:31:41 am

When my sinuses act up, I can get really bad headaches.

Jessica Holbrook link

12/12/2011 06:15:58 am

When I have a migraine, I take a hot shower and then a long nap. I usually wake up feeling at least a little better.

Valorie Hollan

12/12/2011 07:47:53 am

I would love to win this for my daughter who suffers from terrible migraines

rachel harper

12/12/2011 08:19:08 am

i have suffered from migraines since i was 16 they get so bad that i have to be in a very dark, quiet room or i get sick.

Ellie W

12/12/2011 08:19:28 am

I don't have them but my oldest son is a chronic sufferer. His doctor put him on a high blood pressure med and it has helped tremendously.

mary gardner

12/12/2011 09:02:31 am

the best thing i have found it to take 1 excedrin migraine along with 2 advil and lie down with a cold, wet cloth across my eyes and stay perfectly still until it eases off.

marygardner49 at aol dot com

jessica vaughan gengler

12/12/2011 09:07:34 am

i take some medicine and lay down

JoAnn F

12/12/2011 09:51:08 am

a nap usually helps my migraine.
jofo120 at yahoo dot com

Rosey

12/12/2011 10:00:46 am

I've had migraines in high school and then they disappeared for much of my adult life. After our fourth and final child, who is now four, I started to get them again (I'm thinking it is linked to a procedure I had done in the hospital). I get them every month like clockwork. Excederin Migraine is the only thing that helps. My mother-in-law told me aobut it.

Tammy Greer

12/12/2011 10:13:04 am

When I get a migraine, I have to go into a darkened room and rest for awhile.

brian e.

12/12/2011 12:07:20 pm

Thanks for the giveaway...had them frequently in my teens, now about once a month; use OTC analgesics, a caffeinated soft drink, & head to a darkened room to sleep !

senorpiero [at] yahoo [dot] com

vivian

12/12/2011 12:13:36 pm

rest a bit when a headache comes along ty.

heather c

12/12/2011 12:15:46 pm

I either take Excedrin Migraine or an Rx from my doc. I also hide under my covers (in the dark) and avoid noises.

Heather S

12/12/2011 12:30:55 pm

ibuprofen and go to a quiet room and rest

McKim

12/12/2011 12:34:07 pm

I take medication daily to keep from having migraines. I still occasionally have one and the only thing that helps is sitting in a hot bath in a dark bathroom.

Sarah L

12/12/2011 12:49:51 pm

I am lucky: never had one.
My mother used to get them.
Thanks for the contest.

meme

12/12/2011 01:31:25 pm

I tried to leave a blog post but it said error posting comment please try again and I tried but could not leave one that I can see I am not trying to cheat so would you please delete my blog post comment if you don't see one from meme about me turning of all lights noise and using a cold rag and excederine to get rid of my migraine