This is a great question that all of us, even those of us who have lived with this illness for years, will benefit from reading the responses of others. Thank you for asking! As a mom, wife, friend, and Dr. Doolittle to two rescue dogs and four cats, here's my list:

1. Flannel nightgowns year-round, Lanz for winter and Macy's light-weight for summer.

2. Flannel pillowcases, sheets and duvet covers for down pillows and comforters, year-round.

3. Honeywell tower fans, one for each side of the bedroom, year-round, to help with temperature adjustment when you have flares.

4. Born shoes, available from Shoeline.com. Their cushioned sole has the best shock absorption for foot/leg RSD and their shoes last for YEARS.

5. Jeans bought one size too large so that the legs do not aggravate the skin. I have the tailor simply take in the waist. They look cute and are skin-friendly.

6. Forever 21 long-sleeved cardigan sweaters from Forever21.com or stores. They are soft, adorable, and a bargain @ $24. Even on the days you feel the worst, you will have something happy and RSD-friendly to wear.

7. Make-up bag with handles large enough to hold all medications to keep on nightstand. Allows access to meds without leaving bed when walking is difficult and ensures you will not forget to take a required dose. Also makes it easy to take meds if leaving the house for an extended period of time.

8. Tiny purse only big enough for cell phone, keys, credit card, & money to put inside larger purse that holds additional items. Anytime you leave your car, only carry tiny purse to minimize stress on RSD impacted extremity. Leave the larger purse inside the car with the additional items inside available if you need them. This will make an impact on your pain level.

9. Bath & Body Works sleep socks. They're double thickness with non-skid soles, guaranteed to sooth our RSD skin. Look for them during the holiday season.

10. Simply Shabby Chic blanket from Target. Simply the softest blanket ever made for anyone with RSD. Comes in white, pink or sage green.

Those are my Top Ten after seven years of living with RSD. I hope these help and look forward to reading the hints from others.