Fearing NormalcyI’ve already mentioned this in a previous post, but I’m pregnant. So far, it’s been an unexpected journey that’s unlike anything I’ve...reactionscomments
When People Tell You What You "Should" Be DoingI am guessing most of you reading this have heard some quote referring to how we need to abolish the word “should”...reactions1comment
Sharing Medication Experiences With OthersOne of the benefits of sharing our personal experiences with others is that it allows someone who is going through a difficult...reactions2comments
My Fistula RecoveryIn my previous post, I talked about the actual fistula surgery. In this post, I want to describe the recovery. I can’t...reactionscomments
IBD Patients and Caregivers Become Desensitized To So MuchSometimes, I forget how desensitized I have become to certain things until something smacks me in the face. I recently found out...reactions2comments
Blood Work PreferencesA diagnosis of Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis usually comes with a lot of doctors appointments, medical tests, blood work, medication trial...reactions3comments
Artificial Sweeteners Are Rough On The StomachI am not going to lie, I love diet soda. The taste, the carbonation, it's all good. The only problem is that...reactions2comments
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
Bitter Party of 1: Remission News Felt Like a Big Fat LieEarlier this year, in order to avoid a colonoscopy, I participated in a non-invasive test that would provide real-time pictures of my...reactions8comments
Chronically VigilantRecently, I was asked how living with an invisible illness affects my daily life. I have to be completely honest, upfront before...reactions2comments
The Humira Diaries, Month TwoEditor's Note: Response to treatments are different for every person. Please discuss any concerns about medications with your healthcare professional. If you've...reactions2comments
There's Always HopeWhen I was going through the roughest parts of my disease, hope was the furthest thing from my mind. I was surrounded...reactionscomments
We Need To Talk About Your Vagina, Cysts, Fistulas & AbscessesTypes of cysts & abscesses that are not common and need to be talked about. Period. I felt so alone with my...reactionscomments
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
A Letter To My Long Gone ColonYou're gone. It hurts. Well mentally. It hurts mentally because you were actually the cause of my physical pain. There are days I wish...reactions1comment
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
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
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
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
