What Will My UC Be Like on My Wedding Day?There I was, my hair curled, my make-up done, smiling brightly as my mom and future mother-in-law zipped up my dress. My...reactions3comments
How to Be a Supportive Partner to Someone with IBDMy husband and I have been married for 5 years, been together for 9, and we met just 3 weeks after my...reactions7comments
Trying a New Medication: Will It Work for My UC Flare?Another flare. Another drug. It's the cyclical nature of life with IBD. After years of remission, I have returned to the land...reactionscomments
Tell Us About Your IBD SymptomsWhen it comes to IBD, there's one thing we know for sure: The symptoms are rough. But when it comes to each...reactions5comments
Why Am I Avoiding My GI?It wasn't long ago that my GI was basically on my speed dial. Whenever I had a health issue, the first call...reactions7comments
This or That: Crohn's and UC EditionSome people experience this, others experience that. Tell us know more about your IBD by answering the questions below! Both conditions affect...reactionscomments
What Do I Use for IBD Pain Relief?The dictionary defines pain as "physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury" and pain relief as "the alleviation of pain...reactions28comments
Feeling Stuck in the MuckThis has been a really hard season for my IBD. I've been having flare-like symptoms, but they've been associated with other health...reactionscomments
Locked Out: The Misery of No RestroomA reality exists that incites immediate fear and anguish for anyone with inflammatory bowel disease. This reality, when it arrives, hits hard...reactionscomments
Let's Talk SIBOSIBO is the acronym for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, something commonly experienced by those with Crohn's, yet often misdiagnosed or overlooked. SIBO...reactionscomments
Why I Recommend Electrolyte Powders for HydrationThese days nurses are constantly commenting on how hard it is to get at my veins during bloodwork. My heart rate gets...reactionscomments
How to Manage "Activity Fatigue" With Crohn's and UCDo you ever experience activity fatigue? Let me explain... Do you ever overdo it on the days you wake up and feel...reactions5comments
Living with UC and PouchitisI lived with UC and pouchitis for many years – the majority of the time I had my J-pouch, actually. I was...reactions7comments
Fibromyalgia and IBD: What's the Connection?It's no surprise that when it comes to inflammatory bowel disease, we are at more risk of experiencing other chronic conditions. One...reactionscomments
Gluten-Free RecipesLiving with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis often comes with food sensitivities. Eating certain things – whether it's spicy food, nuts, or...reactionscomments
Embracing the 2 Different Types of Self-CareI recently found myself presented with the perfect opportunity for a self-care day. My partner was hosting an old college friend at...reactionscomments
When a Rise in Temps Means a Rise in SymptomsWe all get flares from time to time throughout the year, sometimes more than we would like, but have you ever noticed...reactions4comments
Sitting for Long Periods of Time With IBDRecently, I had to go to the salon to get my hair cut. It took about 3 hours. That meant 3 whole hours...reactions6comments
Crohn's and Body ImageI turned 55 last month and June marked my 35th year with a Crohn's diagnosis. It might say 55 on my drivers...reactions9comments
Pivotal Moments of Self-AdvocacyRecently I was trying to think about 1 pivotal moment in my life that was impacted by Crohn's disease and shaped me...reactionscomments
