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
I Pooped in the Bushes of Disney World… Twice.I think the title says it all. Yes, it happened. The dreaded intensity of urgency hit me hard on my vacation to Disney...reactions16comments
The Emotional and Psychological Dimensions of Living With IBDLiving with inflammatory bowel disease comes with such a multifaceted set of challenges. There are obviously physical things we struggle with –...reactions16comments
Feeling the "Food Pressure" and Paying the Painful Price"Oooh... It smells so good," I think to myself. I try to ignore the sizzle, crackle, pop of greasy goodness. But it's...reactions13comments
Can You Drink Alcohol With Crohn's Disease?People with Crohn's disease, a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), learn to avoid food and drinks that trigger their symptoms. For...reactionscomments
Low-Residue Recipes"Low-residue"? What's that? The low-residue diet limits the intake of foods that are high in fiber, particularly insoluble fiber. The purpose of...reactions2comments
Can You Thrive With Crohn's Disease?It has been 12 years since I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease. I look back at all I have been through with this...reactions4comments
The Promise of Science: New Treatments for Crohn's and UCThrough the 13 years of living with Crohn's disease and the many years of experience I have been a part of the...reactions3comments
Paleo Chocolate CakeI LOVE chocolate cake. I love the decadence, sponginess, and chocolatey flavor that engulfs my mouth. The problem, however, is that I am...reactionscomments
IBD Dinner RecipesThe eternal question: What's for dinner? Regardless of whether you have Crohn's or ulcerative colitis, figuring out what to make for dinner...reactionscomments
Did Anesthesia Cause My Stomach Issues?We all know that we are living in unprecedented times. I guess if there was a silver lining to this pandemic it...reactions1comment
Paleo Creamy Garlic Chicken SkilletDo you feel like you love creamy dishes but they just don't love you back? Many ulcerative colitis and Crohn's patients (myself included)...reactionscomments
Learning to Speak "Medical Talk" With Crohn'sYes, I once spent over 367 days in the hospital due to complications with Crohn's. Many days I was too sedated to talk...reactionscomments
My Experience With Switching Diets"Eat this, not that!" screams the advertisement on TV. That phrase sure captures the history of living with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's...reactions7comments
Vegan Tuscan White Bean SoupThere are many benefits to eating a vegan diet, especially for those with IBD. Replacing animal protein with plant-based foods has helped...reactionscomments
Weathering UC During Life's Storms"Storms make the oak grow deeper roots." –George Herbert Last night, I saw rippling streaks of lightning across the black night sky...reactionscomments
