The Power of Saying: "I Have IBD"There's something to be said for connecting with someone who lives your reality. You can go from being perfect strangers to what feels like long lost best friends. Once you're... By Natalie Hayden2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Making Mental Health a PriorityWhile society’s views on mental health have evolved from where they were years ago, we still have a lot of work to do. We also have a lot of work... By Marisa Lauren Troy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What Should I Ask OF My Care TeamDiagnosis of IBD can be incredibly difficult. Without an education of more than basic Human Anatomy & Physiology in most college courses, many people don't know how detailed the human... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Be Sure to Read the IngredientsRecently, I have fallen victim to not reading the ingredient statements listed on the back of food labels. I have a pretty good idea of how my body will react... By Paul Richman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Dating with IBD: Then and NowSince being diagnosed, I have dated some grade-A jerks. From guys who didn’t even care about my condition, to my personal favorite, the guy who started an entirely new relationship... By Shawn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Having an Answer to “What Can I Do to Help You?"There are a lot of times someone with IBD might be laid up in bed because of a flare, recouping from surgery or a number of other reasons. How many... By Kelly J.5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Tricking UC & Treating CDHalloween is a favorite holiday in my house because it comes exactly 10 days after my little Hippo’s birthday. He’s a party animal who is always looking for a reason... By Brooke Abbott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Phrase "Must Be Nice"This post was actually inspired by a very good friend of mine, Sarah Kay Hoffman. She runs a blog and also has Inflammatory Bowel Disease. We met during a patient... By Shawn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Becoming Visible: My Life With Invisible IllnessI am a face of “Invisible Illness.” I want to show you what living with “invisible” me is like, in hopes others struggling with illness know “I see you.” I... By Kelly J.4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
IBD Life is Not a Sprint; It's a MarathonChronic illness has a way of hurting you not just physically, but mentally as well. It’s trying and exhausting to constantly feel bogged down by the fear of your next... By Natalie Hayden2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Homemade Baby Food: Putting My Mind At EaseAs a new mom with Crohn’s disease there are many decisions and moments where your disease plays a role in how you take care of your child. Before my son... By Natalie Hayden2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or alternative medicine, clinical trials may provide another treatment... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Weird IBD Symptoms: Erythema NodosumCrohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are digestive diseases, but most anyone who has lived with one of these diseases knows that it can also affect other parts of the body... By Stephanie Hughes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Dealing with Your Gut in Times of Grief In the days following the massacre in Las Vegas there are no words to truly capture the heart-wrenching feelings that overcome us all. It’s mind boggling to even try and... By Natalie Hayden3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
When Your Friends Are Living Life...Without YouI see it every year, more pictures of friends expanding their families, getting engaged, traveling the world with groups of friends. And I get sad. It's an initial wave of... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
MLB & UC – An Interview with Jake Diekman, Part 2Throughout the month of October, we’ll be spreading the word about invisible illnesses and what it’s like to live with a disease people can’t see. Today, we’re featuring part 2... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When Food is Your EnemyI'm sure living with IBD, you know many things that should be good for you, but aren't at all. Salad, fresh fruit, and veggies? For many of us, the "healthiest"... By Kelly J.4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Being the IBD Super MommyAs much as we love spending time with our little pumpkins over the summer, it’s kind of nice when they go back to school and we get a break from... By Brooke Abbott5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments