We Are Family: The Benefits of Community When Dealing with IBDLiving with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can make a person feel alone and trapped inside their own dysfunctional body. The emotional...reactionscomments
I'm In Remission! Now What?When my gastroenterologist finally said the words, “you’re in deep remission” I could have burst into tears. After years of riding the...reactionscomments
Healing Anal FissuresAfter living with Crohn's disease for almost 15 years, I have finally experienced my first anal fissure. If you are unfamiliar with anal...reactions5comments
Is There An App for That? Exploring Apps for IBDMy husband and I were in the Cleveland Clinic Hospital a couple of weeks ago while he was recovering from colon surgery...reactionscomments
When A Colonoscopy Just Doesn't Cut ItLast week, I had my first colonoscopy in 7 years. This might shock you, as many IBD patients have them as frequently...reactions5comments
Getting the Best from Your Doctor's Appointments: A Patient’s PerspectiveWe've all been there. You spend months (or more) waiting for your next appointment with your gastroenterologist. You walk into the clinic...reactionscomments
3-Ingredient Date CookiesAllow me to let you in on a little secret--dates are a fabulous way to satisfy your sweet tooth without refined sugar...reactionscomments
A Different Type of IBD FatigueYou may have read the title of this article and thought you will be reading about IBD, and feeling tired and chronically...reactions25comments
Greek Chicken BowlsAs a business owner and mom of 3, it is really important to me to have meals ready for dinner that can...reactions2comments
Best Snacks for Gut-Friendly GlobetrottingTraveling has always been a priority of mine, but when I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, I feared my globe-trotting days were...reactionscomments
Hydrate Your Colon: It's ThirstyAdvertising slogans are intended to attract the public’s attention to a particular product. For example, look at the history of the Coca-Cola...reactions5comments
Naturopath? Who KnewIn my over 36 years of Crohn’s “experience” I have seen doctors, nurses, specialists, surgeons, nurse practitioners, pharmacists and even a naturopath...reactions7comments
Unusual and Unexpected Symptoms: Share Your ExperienceLiving with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can sometimes mean facing unexpected and perplexing symptoms that aren't always easy to discuss. In our...reactionscomments
One Thing I Would Change About My Crohn’s JourneyLooking back on my Crohn’s journey, one of the biggest mistakes I did was isolate from my friends and community. And by...reactions8comments
How to Get Over Your Food FearsThere are many fears to be had when living with Crohn's or UC. Many fear needing a bathroom urgently during a traffic...reactionscomments
A Not-So-Daunting Transition to a New MedicationAfter managing ulcerative colitis with 5-ASA medications for nearly a decade, I recently took a significant step in my treatment plan by...reactions1comment
Transitioning to Home Healthcare for Infusion MedicationAs a Crohn’s patient, I was prescribed my first biologic in early 2016, just a few months after my official diagnosis. When...reactions1comment
Planning Events with Crohn’s: Stress Lowering TipsPlanning a wedding (or other major events) as a healthy person can be stressful, but planning a wedding with a Crohn’s diagnosis...reactions2comments
4 Lessons I Learned Navigating Ulcerative Colitis and FoodAfter an inflammatory bowel disease diagnosis, the world of food takes on an entirely new complexion. Suddenly, harmless snacks become potential landmines...reactions18comments
When "Hot Girl Summer" is Really "IBD Girl Summer"For some people, summer is the most glorious time of the year. School's out, the beach awaits, fresh foods are plentiful, and...reactionscomments
