How I Nearly Let Crohn’s Ruin Our EngagementIt was a dark and stormy night. Seriously, it was. The weather matched my mood, exactly. I was not feelin’ the day, and if I had my way I would...reactions1comment
Being the Sick FriendThe unspoken label no one wants, but is referred to anyway.. the "sick" friend. Not everyone has one, but in a world full of amazing scientific research, as well as the...reactions1comment
The ScarMy stomach looks like I have been through a war. If you saw me walking down the beach, would say to yourself: Wow, what happened to that guy. I wrote in...reactions2comments
8 tips for flying with IBDSummer is upon us and for many of us, that means jetting off to somewhere exotic. When I was first diagnosed, I was actually living in China -and for the...reactions1comment
5 tips for living abroad with IBDMy Crohn's Disease journey actually began in China-of all places. Despite having symptoms for almost 12 years when living in the UK, it took a move of over 5000 miles...reactions1comment
Different Types of AdvocatesThe term ‘Patient Advocate’ can be a bit controversial and misleading at times. There is no one definition to show exactly what an advocate actually is. Not every advocate has...reactionscomments
Eff Your Beauty StandardsEff Your Beauty Standards is a movement created by Tess Holiday and it's one I am extremely passionate about. Media in all manners, including social media, all promote a certain...reactions1comment
Guilt of Failing MedsLet's talk about an uncomfortable topic today: when medications fail you.. rather when YOU failed medications. There is much guilt, anger, and denial that is not talked about enough, and I...reactions1comment
Socially awkwardI'm going to blame the fact that I've only ever known life being sick as the excuse to why I am so socially awkward. You'd assume that because I live...reactionscomments
13 Tips For Traveling with IBDYou want to participate and enjoy, but unfortunately you have more on your plate to worry about than the average bear. Fact is, for a lot of us traveling can...reactions1comment
When The Patient Is The CaregiverLiving with autoimmune diseases and the challenges they bring is enough for any one human. Then pack on raising and caring for a smaller human. And if that’s not enough...reactions1comment
It Is Difficult To Be Your Own Advocate When You Are So IllWe all hear how important it is to be your own advocate. I think everyone with a chronic illness has heard how crucial it is to become an educated, informed...reactions1comment
Breastfeeding with a J-PouchPatients living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis know all too well that malnutrition is a common occurrence. Not to mention a nuisance. It is not easy to keep on...reactions1comment
The Shame of a Shower ChairLast month, I was hospitalized for the majority of its entirety. Upon each release, it was evident how weak I had become when attempting to take a shower. I was...reactions1comment
The Fear of the TaperI felt great! I could eat whatever I wanted, with very little issues. I knew that steroids were just a band-aid and eventually I would have to get off of...reactions3comments
Things Left UnsaidFrom things our doctor's didn't mention when we were diagnosed, (that they probably should have). To the things we ourselves withhold from the world. At times I ask myself, "was...reactions1comment
Which Types of Doctors Should I see with my IBD?For many of us living with IBD, it seems like our care team is bigger than our immediate families. But there are very important reasons to have these specialists on...reactions1comment
I Am GratefulI live in Australia and Bali is like our go-to place for quick, tropical, and CHEAP holidays. Bali comes with risks though. Bali was until recently considered a third world...reactions1comment
Medication TroublesI have been taking the same medication for my Crohn’s for the last six years. It is different than my oral medication. This medication comes in the form of a needle that...reactionscomments
Medications Troubles Part 2This article starts in part 1. I was starting to get angry. I just didn’t understand how the doctor’s office can screw something up. So I started to get mean. I...reactions1comment