Will you soon be traveling with Rheumatoid Arthritis? If you’re like me, flying often leads to flare ups so I wanted to provide some tips that will help ensure that you travel as smoothly as possible.   Pack Light. Preplan all of the clothing you will need for your trip well in advance of packing … Continue reading Rheumatoid Arthritis Travel Tips →

I recently had the honor of being featured in Health Monitor Magazine's Arthritis issue for sharing some tips and tricks for living with Rheumatoid Arthritis so wanted to share that information with you all here, too. Get a Good Night's Sleep "When I get limited sleep, my body feels it," says Katie. So she talked … Continue reading Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis? Take care of yourself →

I first ventured into a yoga studio during my early 20s. I was drawn to the idea that yoga would allow my mind to relax through meditation while also doing physical activity that wouldn’t take a toll on my body that was riddled with pain, stiffness and exhaustion due to Rheumatoid Arthritis. At that time, … Continue reading Real Yoga for Beginners →

I am so incredibly thrilled to announce that my husband and I are expecting our first child... a baby girl due April 8, 2019! Beyond the obvious, over-the-moon, can't stop smiling excitement, I look forward to sharing updates with my readers along the way about pregnancy with Rheumatoid Arthritis. In the meantime, I'd love to … Continue reading We’re Having a Baby!! Any advice for Pregnant Gals with Rheumatoid Arthritis? →

I had the privilege of attending the Arthritis National Research Foundation's annual Meet the Scientists event last night in Newport Beach, CA. As a volunteer, I oversaw the selfie booth. Before I go on a tangent about how every event should have a selfie booth, let me gush about how amazing this organization is. The … Continue reading #CureArthritis →

Hey y'all! I'm proud to announce that I recently became an Accessible Yoga Ambassador and am looking forward to making yoga accessible to all underserved communities throughout Los Angeles's South Bay area via my company, South Bay Yoga Therapy. South Bay Yoga Therapy specializes in yoga modifications for those with limited mobility, injuries and chronic … Continue reading I’m proud to be an Accessible Yoga Ambassador →

Today I arrived at Natural Products Expo West which is ironically located next to the happiest place on Earth...Disneyland. There are so many awesome, inspiring natural products and brands represented that I cannot wait to interact with! Check back soon for a run down of my favorite products in an upcoming blog post. And if … Continue reading Let’s meet at Natural Products Expo West →

Top Rheumatoid Arthritis Blog 2018     Wanting to send a quick shout out and HUGE thank you to Home Remedies for Life who named KStew Vents About RA as a top arthritis blog to follow in 2018. Here's a rundown on the other great blogs that made the list. Inflamed – Living with Rheumatoid … Continue reading KStew Vents About RA – Named a Top Arthritis Blog to Follow in 2018 →

According to the Arthritis Foundation, it's proven that regular yoga practice can help reduce joint pain, improve joint flexibility and function and lower stress and tension to promote better sleep. So after 13 years of using yoga as alternative therapy for the physical and mental limitations brought on by my Rheumatoid Arthritis, I recently decided … Continue reading Namaste for RA →