Motherhood and IBD Is Not All or NothingBeing a mom with IBD can be complicated. You want to be everything to everyone and you often feel like your needs...reactionscomments
Sacrifices, SacrificesNothing I enjoy more than a Root Beer Float. One problem though...I don't eat dairy. Big problem. Life-altering problem, really. For what's...reactions6comments
My Crohn's Disease Diet: Consistency vs. BoredomWhen I began struggling with symptoms of Crohn's disease 11 years ago, I instantly realized that avoiding trigger foods and drinks gave...reactions3comments
Ways to Get Your Medicine with Mail DelaysAccess to medicine is important. Drug regimens are part of treating many health conditions, and delays in taking drugs can have serious...reactionscomments
You Belong in the IBD Community, Regardless of How Severe Your Disease IsWhere do you fall on the "spectrum" that is Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? Is your IBD more on the mild or...reactions19comments
Needing a Bathroom Before, During, and After EatingMy mom used to joke that she knew the location of every bathroom across South Florida due to having me as a...reactions2comments
A "Unique" Start to SchoolThis will be my 13th year of teaching. Each year, a few days before the start, I think about, and reflect on...reactions1comment
Infographic: Pain Management Treatment and CareHealth Union (the parent company of InflammatoryBowelDisease.net) partnered with the U.S. Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey...reactionscomments
3 Injection Day Rituals For Crohn’s DiseaseCurrently, I am prescribed Stelara for the treatment of my Crohn’s disease. Stelara is a biologic that comes in the form of...reactions2comments
3 Ways to Support a Loved One with Crohn’s DiseaseWhen I first began experiencing symptoms of Crohn’s disease in 2009, my family and friends were quick to jump in and offer...reactions8comments
Crohn's Disease: An Emotional RollercoasterI am blessed to say that I have been in remission with my Crohn’s disease. I have gone from taking 3 biologics...reactions2comments
Zucchini LasagnaI often eat something when I am out and about and then attempt to make a version of it myself at home...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Worst Symptoms of Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Living with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (UC) means living with a host of symptoms. Any of these symptoms on their own...reactions2comments
How My Heart Softened With Crohn’s DiseaseBefore my diagnosis of Crohn’s disease, I was one stubborn and emotionally closed off girl. What I mean by emotionally closed off...reactionscomments
Is my IBD linked to my hormones?I've often thought my IBD and gut health was influenced by my hormones. I'm not alone in finding my symptoms seemed much...reactions5comments
How Much Control Do We Really Have Over Our Triggers?If you ask 10 people with inflammatory bowel disease what they think triggers a flare for them, the chances are that you...reactions13comments
Vitamin D – Are You Getting Enough?Vitamin D is a crucial vitamin to have especially if you have an inflammatory bowel disease. Unfortunately, as we all know, our...reactions2comments
That Old Familiar FeelingHi. My name is Amanda. I’m 33 years old, I’ve dealt with symptoms of Crohn’s disease for over a decade, and I’ve...reactions12comments
IBD-Friendly Shrimp Tacos With a TwistRecently for Cinco de Mayo, I wanted to get a little more creative with my recipes. To prepare, I made a few...reactionscomments
Crohn’s , COVID-19, Errands and the Same Old ChallengesFlorida is still experiencing high daily rates of people testing positive for COVID-19. Even though we still have a high positivity rate...reactions2comments
