Planning For Your Next In-Person VisitWhile some appointments can be done virtually using telemedicine, there are still many visits that need to be done in person. If...reactionscomments
My Early Signs of Crohn's DiseaseI sometimes get asked: how did you know you had Crohn's disease? And the answer is, I didn't. I had no clue what...reactions38comments
The Difference Between Soluble and Insoluble FiberWe have all heard of fiber and are familiar with what it does. To formally define it, fiber is the part of plant-based...reactions9comments
Why IBD Invisible Day or Week Isn't Good Enough For MeInvisible awareness day; it’s talked about all of the time. We’re aware. Down in the trenches of advocacy and activism in whatever...reactions3comments
Navigating The Fear of Increased Symptoms vs. FlareManaging an active toddler, life in social isolation, and full-time work is a lot. I literally worry every single time I am...reactions12comments
Finding Little Wins Along Our Crohn's JourneyBeing handed a lifetime sentence with a chronic illness is devastating. The uncertainty, panic, and endless questions wrapped up in a body...reactions3comments
Crohn's Disease & Dermatologic ConcernsSearching for and starting a new medication to treat IBD always comes with a hint of hesitation and distress. Personally, I was...reactions7comments
Concerns About Aging With Crohn’sAs I enter the last year of being in my 20s, I honestly feel as if I’m entering my 40s most days...reactions21comments
The Value Of A DetourI got caught driving in the recent hurricane. Pounding rain. Flash floods. High winds. Trucks dumping so much water on my windshield...reactions3comments
Part 3: Has Crohn’s Robbed Us From Starting a Family Naturally?And for my third installment of this series, I bring you... but first a quick recap. In Part 1, I talked about...reactions3comments
4 Essential Items in My Crohn's JourneyHaving Crohn's disease is no easy journey. The endless symptoms and mental battles can be taxing on even the strongest of us. But...reactions6comments
New Year, Same DiseaseWith every new year comes renewed hope and optimism. A fresh page on the calendar means endless possibilities when it comes to what...reactions4comments
Why Did I Eat That?!You might be wondering why I haven't learned what I can and can't eat by now. The thing is, I have. I...reactions9comments
Can Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Be Missed on a Colonoscopy?Getting an accurate diagnosis is important with any disease. A proper diagnosis helps ensure that you will be treated correctly. However, diagnosing...reactions10comments
Living with Crohn's Disease During a PandemicHaving a chronic, autoimmune disease during a pandemic is... What can I say? When I became educated on my condition, I of...reactions4comments
Why The Microbiome Is Key To New Crohn’s TreatmentsI've been involved with The CCF (Crohn's and Colitis Foundation) for a few years now. This is a great organization with tons...reactions6comments
Why Finding Other "Sick" Friends Can Be A BlessingOver the last year, I’ve been getting to know an acquaintance who has become a close friend. We share a lot of...reactions7comments
Passing Time in the HospitalCrohn’s is a tough disease. It starts out of nowhere. I had no issues before that horrible November 2006 night. When I was...reactions2comments
How I Combat Anxiety After Injecting My Biologic Because of Allergic ReactionsEvery treatment I’ve been on, except my current one, has ended abruptly due to an allergic reaction. I can't help but feel...reactions2comments
If I Didn't Have Crohn's Disease… The other day in the middle of dinner I excused myself to go to the restroom. This was not a unique moment...reactions13comments
