Shopping for Comfortable Clothing with IBDThere are not many options for people to purchase or attain clothing that is always comfortable as a person living with IBD. Sweatpants are not always an option if you... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
At What Cost?Things haven’t been going my way in the last year when it comes to dealing with my IBD & also my mental health. I switched biologics, likely the last one... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Accessible Devices/Technology That Made 2018 Easier On Me2018 brought a lot of changes for me. I started out with a bit of a flare that resulted in my being inpatient for more than a month and living... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Things I Hate Hearing Living with Chronic IllnessLiving with a chronic illness like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis is hard. So many aspects of the condition are invisible which makes it even harder in a sense. Others... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Importance of "Taking a Break" During Stressful TimesIn this video, I talk about how important taking breaks, saying no & seeking professional help for stress, physical & mental stability and caregiver burnout... By Kelly J.1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Justifications I Make During A FlareHave you ever been in such a tight spot physically, emotionally, or financially that you find different ways to justify splurging on something you normally wouldn't buy, use, or do... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What is Your IBD "Elevator Speech"?So we’ve all heard of the elevator speech. So how does it apply to your diagnosis? Well, most people lose interest if an explanation takes more than 15-30 seconds. So... By Kelly J.1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What are some of your favorite holiday "safe foods"??I'm so curious what everyone else eats at family gatherings that you know you won't have an issue with digesting. For me, my two staples for holidays that I know...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Video: Invisible Illness - We Live it Every DayIn this video, I talk about the importance of being seen by others who may not struggle with a chronic condition that is hard to physically see. We are "hidden"... By Kelly J.1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How I’ve Used Smart Devices for AccessibilityI recently wrote on our sister site, migraine.com about assistive devices that have helped me with my conditions. In the article, I write about 13 particular items that I have... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Things We'd Like to HearSo often, we see infographics and articles that tell loved ones of those with illness what NOT to say. I've got some of those, but today, I want to talk... By Kelly J.1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Stares at a PICC LineI got my PICC line about 2 months ago after several hospital stays during the month of April. Due to the only very small veins in my hands and feet... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
MRI in IBDOften when your Gastroenterologist orders imaging, CT scans may be the first recommended course for assessment of IBD, but according to the National Institute of Health, this is because of... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Disability Advisors & Access to AssistanceIt’s fall. That means back to school. And for many of our readers, that means off to college or university! But they can also be full of anxiety, nerves and... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How to Fight the Flu with IBDWhile getting “normal people sick” may be inevitable for many of us, here are a few pointers on the Flu. Why it’s so important to get the Flu vaccine every... By Kelly J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Sharps DisposalThere seems to be a nationwide issue of safely disposing of Sharps after we’ve used them. Disposal sites can be hard to access and there are rules that vary from... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Comfort Items for Crohn's FlaresUsually, I spend my sick days in the spring and fall wrapped up in a blanket on my front porch, just hoping the sun will hit my face. It's the... By Kelly J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
This Place I Call PurgatoryI'm surrounded by 4 walls. I've never been to jail. But I can imagine this feeling is the closest I could come to know one. These walls have heard the... By Kelly J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Helpful Hints for the Newly Diagnosed: Part 3Helpful Hints for the Newly Diagnosed – Part 1Helpful Hints for the Newly Diagnosed – Part 2 Organize with your HR department tentative time off. Be prepared and know your... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Iron Deficiency AnemiaAccording to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, “anemia is a condition where a person has a lower than a normal number of red blood cells... By Kelly J.1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments