Managing UC During Stress: How I Unpack the "Suitcase of Worry"It’s no wonder I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) at age 19. As a child, I learned to wad up my...reactions1comment
My Top Tips for Coping With Crohn's and Colitis FlaresFlares can be life-altering and completely rock you to your core, especially if it is your first flare. If you have Crohn's...reactions13comments
My Journey to a Positive Pregnancy with Crohn's DiseaseCurrently, I have just begun my second trimester of pregnancy with my first baby, and I wanted to offer a positive perspective...reactions3comments
Managing Invisible Aspects of Crohn's and Ulcerative ColitisThere is a lot to learn when it comes to managing ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. I often remind my patients that...reactionscomments
Real Talk: The IBD Treatment JourneyFinding the right treatment for IBD can take time, patience, and persistence. In this episode, Natalie Hayden, Deanna Marie Spencer, and Shamekka...reactionscomments
What I Wish People Understood About Life With Ulcerative ColitisThis year’s World IBD Day really made me think about what I think is the most important thing to talk about on...reactions3comments
Using Spoon Theory to Explain Crohn's and Colitis FatigueOften, I close myself off from friends and family when I'm dealing with an ulcerative colitis flare. The considerate "how are you...reactions10comments
Bathroomphobia: Crohn's Bathroom AnxietyIt was very hard to come up with a title for this article since I am not really sure that "bathroomphobia" is...reactions35comments
Explaining Crohn's To A ChildAcross the last three years I've been hospitalized numerous times for a variety of ailments, including a Crohn's flare. We've always used...reactions2comments
How Life’s Challenges and Past Trauma Can Trigger UC FlaresLike never-ending waves crashing upon the shore, life’s challenges can trigger a colitis flare in a flash. Stress of any kind sends...reactionscomments
Crohn's and the FODMAP Elimination DietAs far as we know, diet neither causes nor cures Crohn's or ulcerative colitis. However, certain diets have been shown to be...reactions1comment
Nighttime AnxietiesWhile anxiety is very common in today's society, it is even more prevalent among people who suffer from a chronic illness like...reactions1comment
Is It My Crohn's Disease or Something Else?One of the most frustrating things I personally find about living with Crohn's disease is the fact we can't see our disease.Although...reactions10comments
Getting a Disabled Parking Permit and Getting Over StigmaI wasn't able to find a parking space within reasonable proximity to the front of the store. By the time we hiked...reactions3comments
My Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis: From First Signs to AcceptanceUlcerative colitis: a name not quite as catchy as Crohn's disease but one that leaves little room for ambiguity. For something so...reactions4comments
UC Fatigue Is Deeper Than "Tired"Chronic illness fatigue can have you questioning yourself and being unnecessarily harsh when you most need self-compassion.Fatigue is one of the most...reactions6comments
Turmeric for Ulcerative Colitis: A Natural Anti-Inflammatory Agent?"Can anyone offer 'natural alternative' suggestions for someone living with ulcerative colitis?"As I was scanning social media one evening, I noticed this...reactions5comments
Alcohol, Caffeine, and Crohn'sWhen I was first diagnosed with Crohn's, I was told to stay away from alcohol and caffeine. Since I loved the taste of...reactions3comments
15 Questions & Answers on Living With Ulcerative ColitisFor anyone new to this site, and perhaps new to living with ulcerative colitis entirely – you might be wondering more about...reactions7comments
New Year, New Diet? Tips for Approaching a "Diet Change" With IBDMany things are associated with January – cold weather, NFL playoffs, MLK Day, and of course, the inevitable New Year's resolutions. It's...reactions3comments
