Hi there Sickle Cell Famz!! Well its getting cold and if you have pain like me...if its too cold a crisis can start..if its too hot a crisis can start. So with that said get your gloves, hats, scarfs and warm jackets ready!! And I also like to wear that funny looking bike-riding gear under my clothes (Zappos.com) It makes a great 2nd layer of skin if u dont want to wear a heavy coat. Also dont forget that heating blanket..although "moist" heat is the best heat for us Sickle Cell Smart folks! But all heat is good heat in the winter when it comes to our blood..And in those early mornings, room tempature water or warm water with lemon or decaf tea is a real nice way to get your morning heated up. And for those whose kidneys are working well and have not been damaged by the sickle cells, warm chicken broth is a good "get your blood" flowing drink. (Just watch your sodium intake)

Just remember to eat as healthy as possible, dont stay in the cold too long or your blood will no doubt slow down which will lead to pain and oxygen leaving those few cells that are trying to make it to the next organ. And practice taking deep breaths in and out and get those lungs working.

Stay warm everyone!! And Happy Holidays~