The Emotional Impact of Living with IBDWhen I first began experiencing symptoms of Crohn’s disease, I went into survival mode. Anything else took too much of my time...reactionscomments
Faking Being Well With Crohn'sWhen you suffer from a Crohn's diagnosis or any chronic illness for that matter, we are masters at faking being well. That's...reactions2comments
IVF, Anesthesia, and My BowelsDuring the last several years, I’ve written about my life with Crohn’s disease. I’ve written in-depth about how it’s impacted my mental...reactionscomments
Why I Love Rectal MedicationsThe first time I started taking rectal medications I used to go to the pharmacy and fill my whole backpack with boxes...reactionscomments
How Do You Know When You Have A Blockage?Recently, a friend called. She'd only had Crohn's disease a few months, hadn't eaten in a few days, and was now in...reactions1comment
How To Stay Organized With IBD: Medications and TreatmentsIn a recent post, I talked about how I stay organized in managing the logistical part of living with IBD – including...reactions2comments
IBD Treatment Can Be Really RoughNote: These descriptions are based on my personal experience with a variety of treatments as an ulcerative colitis patient. Always remember to...reactions4comments
The Tin Man Effect: Joint Pain and UCA pulsating throb awakens me at night. I attempt to stretch, to ease the lightning bolts of shooting pain, but my arms...reactions18comments
The Ins and Outs of Starting Biologic InjectionsMany Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis patients are prescribed a biologic treatment, where the method of delivery is via IV infusion or...reactions3comments
Low-Residue Turmeric Fish With Baked Sweet Potato and AvocadoToday I'm back with a simple but really tasty fish recipe. I find all types of fish great for my IBD, both...reactions4comments
How My Crohn's Journey BeganEveryone has their own journey when it comes to getting their IBD diagnosis. Everyone's journey to that discovery is different even though...reactions3comments
Why I’m So Thankful To Be Gaining WeightFor many people, gaining weight is dreadful. It can make us self-conscious. Or encourage us to pursue new avenues to slim down:...reactions1comment
Should I Be Taking Biologics When I Have an Infection?Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and my point of view reflects what rheumatologists and gastroenterologists have advised me in the...reactionscomments
Tackling a Post-Holiday Flare-UpIt's January, the start of a new year, and, unfortunately for me and many others, the start of a flare-up too. Each...reactionscomments
Simple Veggie SoupEnjoying soup is common during the colder, winter months, however, I can eat soup 365 days of the year. I love the...reactionscomments
New Year, New Prior AuthorizationsI honestly have a headache just typing the title for this article. As anyone on any type of expensive medication knows, a...reactionscomments
HidrateSpark Summer Kickoff Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the HidrateSpark Summer Kickoff Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT...reactionscomments
Feeling Inadequate While Suffering With Crohn’sCurrently, my boyfriend and I are renovating an apartment and the plan is to move into this apartment once it is completed...reactionscomments
Healthy Eating Can Be Hard With IBDAs someone living with Crohn's disease, I'll be the first to tell you that my relationship with food has admittedly been complicated...reactions10comments
5 Tips for Dealing With a Cold + IBDIt's officially cold season and whilst I actually prefer winter to summer, I don't love the colds that are going around. Because...reactions1comment
