Bouncing Back: Managing Life with a Concussion

Sharing my recent experience of dealing with a concussion. Over the week, I adjusted, canceled plans, and tried to rest. I eventually felt better and organized lunch with my friend Christine from "Frugal Fit Mom." Join me as I prepare lunch and share one of my big housekeeping tips for the unexpected.
👉WATCH NEXT: CLEANING ROUTINES: • Routines For Busy Women!
💥She’s In Her Apron Shop- shesinherapron.myshopify.com/...
▶Videos Mentioned / Related
Frugal Fit Mom: / @frugalfitmom
***FOLLOW ME ON: ***
📝Website: shesinherapron.com/
📸Instagram- / shesinherapron
📘 Facebook- / shesinherapron
📌Pinterest- / boa. .
Music In This Vlog:
Music From Epidemic Sound- www.epidemicsound.com/
Disclaimer In compliance with FTC guidelines: Any/all of the links on the site/video are affiliate links of which She's In Her Apron receives product credit or a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you. She's In Her Apron is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. Links on this site may include affiliate links to Amazon and its affiliate sites on which the owner of this website will make a referral commission. Any information related to food, food safety, cooking, recipes, etc, are my opinions only. Thank you for supporting my channel.

[@shesinherapron]

Friends thank you so much for your love and concern. I have been to a Dr. I even had a CT scan and all looks good. I do have an appointment with a neurologist. Again thank you for your comments, love and concern. ❤

[@JustAllisonM]

See a doctor this is SERIOUS.❤❤❤

[@CarysGM]

You didn't go to the doctor? I know you said you have experience with head injuries, but hitting your head like that is no joke. Made me think of Natasha Richardson.

[@camachado4]

Eliminate screens and get lots of rest. You need to see a doctor. You need a CT scan to eliminate complications. It takes from a week to 3 or more months to recover.

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you

[@CalledAndBlessed]

I prefer to clean on Friday too so I can relax all weekend! So good to see you and Christine together!

[@melissamoeller9608]

Love Frugal Fit Mom! So glad you had a nice visit.

[@carmarasmussen8118]

How fun would that have been? 🎉😂😊

[@jacquelynheldt7789]

Love her too ❤

[@tcctocrazytccarson7309]

You and Christine are 2 of my favorite channels. My youtube bestie 😊

[@KimsSouthernSanctuary]

Prayers for a speedy recovery! I suffered a concussion in November and it took me a solid 3 months to get back to normal. It was horrible! I found that my short term memory was horrible and I had trouble just getting my thoughts out correctly. Get tons of rest and sleep when you’re tired. It’s just a very very slow process to recover.

[@cherylmusgrove7]

You could have a subdural hematoma (bruise inside your subdura) which can get worse like going into the OR worse-always go to the ER immediately.

[@cherylmusgrove7]

I’m a nurse I worry ❤️

[@sylviajohnston6622]

Don't take this lightly! A friend experienced a similar injury when she ran into a cabinet door. A few days later, she was experiencing some unusual symptoms, and her family took her to ER. She had a stroke! She's lost some of her vision and much of her ability to walk or stand. PLEASE get this checked out.

[@rebeccatidwell7397]

I love that you and Christine are friends! She's another one of my favorite youtubers!

[@xbritny]

👋🏻 EMT here. Please go to the ER. It’s best to get imaging aswell as being able to get a positive documentation in the case of another ever God forbid Is to happen. Multiple concussions can be even more dangerous, and having it documented can at least give better insight in the future. ❤️

[@janmiller8469]

Christine is wonderful as are you. Hope you feel better soon. Love your fruit salad!

[@FrugalFitMom]

I had the best time with you! Can't wait until we get to hang out again :)

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

I love Christine! She's such a great you tuber. I'm glad to hear you're taking care of yourself too. Sounds like you hit that hatch hard! Love the video. Thank you!

[@jacquelinebalmas2153]

Love Frugal Fit Mom! She’s hilarious! I also enjoy grapes in my chicken salad too!

[@darlenemartensen8303]

Love frugal fit mom. So glad you had a good time. Please take care of yourself.

[@laurab7379]

I would get checked out to make sure you are doing what is best for you! Take care!

[@johannaleverentz9141]

Noticed the New Kids on the Block t-shirt. I'm a Blockhead too. ❤ Christine from Frugal Fit Mom. She's so much fun. 😊

[@shesinherapron]

The best!

[@SarahG2023]

Watching on 7/4 - Happy Birthday Mr Toodles 🎉

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Prayers that you have a complete and quick healing! I am just getting into the zone cleaning from your planner (the one that starts in July). I had cleaned for years on Fridays (Home Blessing Day), but in this season of life , I am thankful to learn a new way of breaking things up. Thank you! ❤

[@Patricia-lg8vg]

im so sorry you got a concussion! im glad you are taken the time to heal

[@leanneb7463]

Omg I love Christine! Found you two this past year, love and appreciate both of your channels 😊 hope you are feeling better!

[@dianasimplifies]

Please get checked out! We worry about you! ❤❤❤

[@allie8321]

Craniosacral therapy!!! I’m a practitioner. We work on concussions all the time. Stored trauma is no joke. Catch it now before it gets worse

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you Allie

[@KathleenCanada7]

I just subscribed to your friends channel this morning and then find she is your video right now ! Loved seeing how you and your family have fun singing together. Great video. Thank you ❤️🇨🇦

[@thomasforeman1197]

Go to the ER and demand a Neurologist. This is very serious, don't wait any longer !

[@777Pattie]

Yes Frugal Fit Mom ☺️ I'm a subscriber to her channel as well. Nice lunch😋 thanks for sharing & I hope you feel better💕.

[@Missy_L1987]

I totally feel you on the surprise accident… I recently broke my ankle in 2 places and needed screws and plates put in. I have a little man on the spectrum so things have been a challenge to say the least. Wishing you a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you Missy! I'm so sorry you broke your ankle. It's hard to have patience when we're moms and have a lot on our plates, especially with little ones. I'm also wishing you a speedy recovery!

[@Missy_L1987]

@@shesinherapron so true, thank you kindly! Sometimes it really does take a village lol. I’m a silent watcher, love all your videos. Love from Canada 🇨🇦

[@kellisklozzet2942]

I love that y’all are friends. I have followed you both for years!!!!

[@jshandfam7443]

Christine is awesome! You two are some of my favorites to watch.

[@megandenney5769]

Hope you feel better soon! That’s so fun Christine stopped by-I watch her channel too. Your mixing bowls are so cute!

[@lisafitzpatrick885]

Please be ok. Rest. I live that you saw Christine, love her channel too. Very smart indeed

[@marthak9360]

Please go to the doctor, dear Kimmy! Praying for your speedy recovery! ❤️

[@Sinatra4]

I have done that before and it does hurt. Happy you're feeling better. Have a blessed night Kimmy and Fam💗

[@nancydineen6797]

Cute gingham bowls!

[@suzie2080]

So glad you're feeling better. Love Christine!

[@ranakacir3893]

Love Christine, so great you two could get together. Please take care of yourself. Feel better soon!😍

[@debbiemize2269]

Two of my favorite KZbinrs! Hope you’re feeling better ♥️

[@beckyray8746]

I’d just watched Christine then went to your video….wow, double the fun

[@bethgerdes8721]

❤❤❤❤I have pervasive concussion syndrome from not taking a concussion seriously. Basically, I now have the symptoms you are describing consistently even 1.5 years after the initial injury. It is difficult but what I learned is that in order to heal your brain needs rest. Unfortunately (I have ADHD too) that means dark and quiet. Initially I had to do 20 minutes in a quiet dark room every one-two hours. The doctor also had me wear blue or rose colored glasses with light (whichever worked in certain lighting). The glasses really helped with the fluorescent lighting! Ear plugs are also a must. I also had to have some eye therapy because focus and tracking movement was difficult. While my symptoms are no longer happening all of the time, I get triggered by light and sound and go back to feeling just like you are describing. I know that with ADHD it is hard (impossible!) to slow down and simply rest your brain. However, I know now that with ADHD it is even harder to function with a brain that doesn’t work right. A concussion is an irreversible brain injury, even if it wasn’t “bad” and we don’t feel bad. Take care of you and all my best!! ❤❤❤

[@blueseptember2174]

Did you have nausea with your concussion?

[@bethgerdes8721]

@@blueseptember2174 I did for a short time.

[@dianevictorianshabbyshop3876]

I love it, Hi Christine.

[@hello-vs4me]

Hope you feel better

[@karenjackson594]

Praying for you Kimmy! I love Frugal Fit Mom! This was such a fun video to watch and that lunch looked delicious! Have a wonderful week!

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you! You too!

[@jogiese3483]

Hope you feel better soon, hugs.

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you!

[@britneyduranko420]

​@@shesinherapronHope you feel better.❤ your video s and family

[@kymmarye]

Two of my favorite KZbinrs together! How fun!!

[@jeniferj]

Seriously. It goes beyond just physical. The longer you take the longer it takes to heal. Especially if it's impacted any nerves or your skull's been impacted

[@jeniferj]

Go to a concussion clinic and have them check you out

[@tjohnson1091]

Ouch 🤕 feel better. I love fugal fit mom too.

[@lindabeard488]

I’m going to share something that I’ve never shared before with you. My dad tripped and hit his head hard on a brick building. They thought it was JUST a concussion. Well, within a few days he started getting really bad headaches. My mom came outside to find him crying in pain. She rushed him to the hospital to find he had a severe head bleed and surgery had to be done immediately to relieve the pressure. Suffice to say, it started with a concussion that led to mom saving his life. Please watch for signs of anything unusual. This head bleed later resulted in a major stroke. I love you dearly and don’t want anything to happen to you and that’s why I’m sharing this tragedy with you. It’s hard to believe it can happen over such an innocent diagnosis of a concussion. Please be safe and careful. You mean so much to me. Love 💕 and Hugs. 💙💙💙

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you so much for sharing this with me Linda!

[@alycer.8158]

Gosh I have loved so many of your vlogs!! BUT YOU dancing in your intro w shades and moving flawlessly to rap well girl 🫶🫶🫶 freaken LOVED IT!!!....youth-fun-humour right there and then I can watch it over and over and over again Our friend Kimmy got moves 🙌🙌

[@shesinherapron]

🤣 thanks! 🤪

[@tonikeltz3751]

I've been sort of doing fly lady for a good while now and love your tips. Mondays so rarely work for me for WHB. I work outside home so I try doing one "chore" a day. Not great, but I love fly lady method. Sure hope you are fully recovered.

[@jessicatounkara8753]

I am subscribed to both of your channels. Love both of you guys!❤

[@simplychristina1790]

Glad you feeling better but please go get check to be on the safe side love the video ❤

[@kimthomson3761]

Sorry about ur concussion. So nice u got to have a visit with Christine...she is awesome already follow her.

[@sandrawolff3560]

I had the exact same thing happen last June! I went to the chiropractor, x rays showed shifted my head(spine) to the side, had to have so much work done to get back in alignment.

[@allie8321]

Get craniosacral therapy ❤

[@sandrawolff3560]

@@allie8321 I went through so many adjustments and decompression. Had a throbbing headache for 3 straight weeks after it happened

[@g.a.hadley3263]

Kimmy, go to the Doctor, please. My good friends husband hit his head and he thought he was fine. He refused medical treatment and his vitals were okay. Seven days later she had to plan his funeral. He had a very slow brain bleed. Even if it turns out to be a concussion, you truly need a Doctor to order whatever tests to make sure that you don't have a brain bleed. Jay's was such a slow bleed that he didn't feel that bad until the end.

[@Cathy1223]

I cleaned whole house on Fridays for years!

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

I love Christine. She's a hoot !

[@tracy8805]

LOVE grapes in chicken salad!

[@SusanSnyder-le1jy]

I fell back in January and hit the back of my head. Felt a little fuzzy for a few minutes and thought I would get the ice pack and rest awhile.. nope hubs put me in the car and off to the ER. Turned out to be a 5mm brain bleed and as I am on aspirin regime the first thing they gave me was meds to counteract the asprin. I spent the night in the hospital being monitored by Neuro and released next morning after another CT to confirm that the bleed had not gotten worse. I can confirm that I had a headache for three weeks..pretty much how long it took for the bleed to heal. Heavenly Father looked out for me and he's looking out for you.

[@marygrott8095]

Did you go get checked out medically?

[@TracieSmithpomeranian]

I get it. I have ADHD. I can't stand to do nothing. It drives me crazy.

[@juliespencer1164]

Concussion can be quite serious i only know too well. if it does not settle Kimmy see a doctor love it can take time for recovery. The chicken salad looked amazing. hope you feel better soon take care. xxx

[@lisapop5219]

❤ Christine. Her exercise videos are exhausting just to watch 😂

[@user-mi6dj3xu9l]

❤❤❤

[@tammyturnbow6747]

Take care of yourself. Also where did you get those bowls, they are so cute

[@jankimber5669]

I need those bowls too. So cute!

[@heatherncasey2004]

I put craisins in my chicken salad. Also, I hope you feel better!

[@kennethbailey9853]

You will certainly find something to do and I do hope self care is Your Priority.

[@Kymom776]

Did anyone else see the crouton fly into the chicken salad lol!! Loved this video the company the dancing the lunch! All of it 🩷

[@shesinherapron]

I was wondering when someone was going to notice. 🤣

[@SusanL-ds6lc]

I love walnuts and cranberries in my chicken salad :) But yours looks splendid too! What is a 2 and an 8 on the anagram???? Some personality test??? I do my Flylady stuff a little bit every day :) It's quick, easy, and the house stays nice :)

[@SusanMacKenzie-ow3rn]

Jimmy - first Mandy, now Christine…is Jessica and Amber next? ❤️❤️❤️

[@SusanMacKenzie-ow3rn]

Kimmy - auto correct really does suck!!!

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

Please get it checked❤ I have had a couple concussions over the last couple years. I fell after we were in a car accident that I got a concussion and Did get it checked and that all It takes a long time to heal can take up to a year or more. It's good to have your Doctor check it out and be aware. When? I had my concussion the first time.I was told no excessive stimulation with my eyes, Rest and in fact, I couldn't go on any electronics for a time. I remember. Walking outside and just the leaves on the trees moving was too much stimulation from my eyes and head. What many people don't realize is you can get a concussion without even hitting your head. I was seen by a neurologist and he said just banging your head just the movement of jarring your head can cause a concussion. I. Have boys that have played sports and have gotten concussions? Caring for somebody was one thing And I can remember it being so scary for my kids. I will be praying for healing Kimmy❤ What a fun lunch time Christine is a riot. Watch you both❤ one of my kids is getting married and then our family member is expecting a baby in December. Am excited will make grandbaby #6.

[@leahhitz2706]

Im subscribed to her alway.

[@nanar.8088]

I did the exact same thing at Costco but caught my glasses took the blunt. A vehicle had parked so close, had I stepped to side to close I'd been ok.

[@taraeklof5407]

OUCH! Please see your doctor. As a retired E.M.T. the treatment for concussions has changed dramatically the past several years. Has your short term memory improved from the day of the incident? Your friend was correct in having you in a dark room with cognitive rest. Take care! You have an amazing channel. Praying Psalms 91 and Isaiah 53:5.🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@TheAngelahp]

Kimmy ur an intelligent beautiful woman, why would u not go and checked over. Xx

[@amywright2243]

Hudsonville ice cream is my favorite and that's saying something since I'm in Bluebell country!

[@iannone39]

See a dr please. Also my mum taught me for years always lean the house on Friday but leave your washing for during the wk...so people don't see clothes on the washing line in australia....

[@ayankeegirl1835]

Very Important you have head xray done..yes cat scan as suggested below

[@dmdohse55]

i love christeneand u tooo of course u are both in utah

[@donna8212]

Hey Kimmy! Oh man…I’m sorry that happened to you 🤕😑. Have you called the dr. and see what they suggest to do? I feel so bad, that must’ve been sooo painful. I hope you’re feeling better and better each day. Glad you had a nice time with your friend. ☺️🕊️

[@DCARA06]

Yikes!! I just turned 50 and I am recovering from a concussion I got over 5 months ago! I was hit by a car while walking across a cross walk, I didn’t realize I hit my head but a witness told me that I had. I can’t believe I still have symptoms but I go to physio for concussion treatment twice a week. I know every concussion is different but don’t expect to recover as quickly as your kids did, when you’re older it takes longer and also get professional help from a Dr or someone trained for concussion recovery!! Taking proper care early is very important to avoid longterm affects.

[@shelleyaubrey930]

Hey 2 of my favourite iTunes in the same place at the same time!!!

[@heatherjunker967]

Please go to a doctor or the hospital. There are too many serious conditions that may have happened to not get checked out. My hubby had a contusion on his brain and it has changed to scar tissue and now fluid. I would want to make sure it isn't a brain bleed. Please get to a doctor.

[@sherroncunningham7845]

Did you go to the hospital to make sure you got a concussion during you you have to take care of yourself You need to go and check on that and make sure it's a concussion not a fractured skull

[@lisadeleo2830]

You should try the Cape Cod Chicken Salad Costco sells. It has Cranberries and Pecans in it...Yum!

[@CamiJoPell]

Those cupcakes!!!!❤

[@shesinherapron]

their amazing!

[@annettewilliams1728]

Take care of yourself . Notice the nkotb shirt i went to that mixxtape tour concert absolutely great love them.

[@shesinherapron]

The tour was so fun!

[@Cathy1223]

I fell and I was worried about my ankle! I had skinned knee but no problem with my ankle! Then my upper arm hurt! By night my side and lower ribs which I guess have been Broken at sometime according to doctors! So that spot has caused me trouble! It is getting better but then I do something like lift a stack of cast iron pans!

[@cherylagnew5980]

Happy 4th of July ! 😳😬. I hope you feel better soon sweetheart. ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏

[@fritter51]

Costco Cape of chicken salad is good but I add celery & maybe gross & a little chopped onion.

[@fritter51]

Cape Cod chicken salad.

[@primejennrodriguez6354]

I went to a restaurant called Jason's Deli. They put crushed pineapple in their chicken salad. It's sooo good.

[@nicolemitt1]

Kimmy you should’ve gone to the ER but glad your getting better ❤️‍🩹

[@user-pb6rl8tp9d]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@lucindasutt7365]

A quick meal. I was trying to figure Costco's price for Chicken salad, Muffins, fruit and Croissants. Plenty for your family's Dinner and you don't have to cook. A hit like you suffered, on your head, shakes your brain beyond brlief. Recovery can be months. Blood clots can be part of the mix. There could be issues that have not yet appeared to you. Take care of yourself. ❤

[@reneebekas8977]

I know NKOTB was just in Utah I hope you say in this video that you got to go!

[@COWELLGIRL]

Friday is the clean day 😊, and you and frugal fit mom are a good hyper hot mess😂

[@allysond727]

Not seeing a doctor seems unwise.

[@LeslieLim-ij7zq]

I am a RN and I agree. This is serious!!

[@mabelbessey3434]

I follow you both❤it's like two for one❤

[@karolinaglavic5064]

Please take care of yourself, dear

[@jenniferannfox2316]

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. Get help even if you don’t think it’s serious. I had one in 2018. Went outpatient 2 years to brain injury clinic at military hospital. They know how it works. My speech also was slurred and stuttering. I still can’t do flouresent lights or loud noise.