The Fourth TrimesterWhile I was pregnant, I was very focused on what the needs of the baby were going to be. As well as...reactions1comment
7 Ways to Cope with the Ups and Downs of Crohn's DiseaseHaving Crohn’s disease is not only physically exhausting but mentally exhausting as well. The mental fight of living with Crohn’s is one...reactions7comments
Deciding to Work from Home with Crohn'sBetween the last 16 years and dealing with things that pop up as a result of a diagnosis of Crohn's disease, I've...reactions1comment
The Decision To Work From Home - Part 2Kelly shares why she made the decision to work from home in "Deciding to Work from Home with Crohn’s" and continues to...reactions3comments
5 MORE Ways My Dogs Help Me Through an IBD FlareOne of the most popular articles I've written for inflammatoryboweldisease.net is '5 Ways My Dogs Help Me Through an IBD Flare.' It...reactions1comment
3 Reasons Why There Is Still HopeWhen you're living with a condition like inflammatory bowel disease, it's easy to lose hope. You begin to lose hope in your...reactions1comment
SpiritualityI was raised Jewish, and, as a young kid, grew up religious. Three times a week I went to Hebrew School (following...reactions4comments
Crohn’s Disease and Struggling With Learning DelayI often look back at my kindergarten years with fondness. There was learning, there was playing, there was naptime. Oh my, how...reactions1comment
I am pretty sure this is what dying feels like....I'm pretty sure this is what dying feels like... It's weird. I'm awake and I'm breathing but I'm spinning down into the...reactions2comments
Don’t Forget To LaughMy grandmother, Sylvia Nagin, who died this year, sadly, at the very sprightly age of 99, was a real inspiration to me...reactions2comments
The Big Bathroom StallThere’s a widespread misconception about the big bathroom stall. According to my former coworker: “The big bathroom (stall) is (only) for old...reactions2comments
How I Avoid the Flu While Traveling with Crohn’sCrohn’s is my constant companion. It’s lived within me for three decades and isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Regardless of living in...reactions1comment
What is Bravery?A couple of years ago, a few girls started a revolutionary movement called “Get Your Belly Out.” Sahara Fleetwood-Beresford posted a photo...reactionscomments
Destination WeddingIn a few weeks, I will be attending a destination wedding. Yep, you are all wondering where I am going. I am...reactions1comment
The Healing Power Of The SunIn real estate, there is an often repeated adage: “location, location, location.” The same might be true for IBD. As Crohn's and...reactions2comments
My Humira Journey: 4 months onWay back in August, I blogged about my experiences of a Humira hangover. I shared how drowsy, foggy and fatigued I felt after...reactions1comment
Both Joy and Sorrow Are Meant to be SharedAs a person who is an Enneagram 2, who’s favorite book is “If You Feel Too Much” by Jamie Tworkowski, and who...reactions4comments
Staying positive during a Crohn’s FlareStaying positive during a Crohn’s flare is always easier said than done. When my symptoms get severe, I truly can turn into...reactionscomments
Single Mom + IBDThis past October, I celebrated the 10th anniversary of giving birth to my son. It was also the 8th anniversary of my...reactions3comments
Today Wasn't a Good DayYou know how you wake up somedays and you can just feel it's not going to be a good day. As if...reactions2comments
