My IBS Changed The Way My Body Absorbed MedicationI’ve never been one to be open with others about things going on in my life, even with my own family. I always worry I will be a bother or...reactionscomments
What Is The Link Between IBS and Colic?I can’t remember a time in my life when my gut wasn’t something I thought about on a daily basis. Even as a child I learned quickly that I always...reactions34comments
My Weight Loss Journey with IBSI only took what my car could hold when I decided to move. I knew I would need nice clothes for work, so I brought all I could and planned...reactions1comment
IBS Stigma at WorkLately, it feels like my world has fallen apart, mostly due to huge life changes that have happened over the last year or so. Along with moving, and going through...reactions20comments
IBS Is Like a Snake From the PastWhen my daughter was 3, I moved back into my dad's house–my childhood home. My sister had just recently moved back as well. My dad had had a few strokes...reactions4comments
What Is It Like To Be a Dance Mom Living With IBS?I have been what most people call a "dance mom" for almost 8 years. In those 7 years, we have had tons of ups and downs. We started with one...reactions2comments
My Daughter Is My InspirationMy daughter, I may be biased, but she is awesome. She amazes me every day and makes me do my best to be a better person—a little background on us...reactionscomments
Stress and IBSFor years when doctors would tell me stress could be a big factor in my IBS-D, I always said no way. I have had IBS for as long as I...reactions24comments
How I Cope During Bad IBS Flare DaysWe all have bad days sometimes. That's just part of life. We who have IBS probably have quite a few more than others. We can do everything in our power...reactions7comments
To Those Who Do Not Have IBSWhen I think about things I wish others knew about IBS, I can make a list a mile long it feels. If you have ever had a stomach bug and...reactionscomments
Showing Self-Compassion in Our IBS JourneyBeing one who suffers from IBS, you know that the majority of your life honestly revolves around IBS. It could be planning a trip and making sure you know where...reactions2comments
Setting Boundaries and Saying NoI am a people pleaser. No matter the situation, more than likely, if you ask me for help or to do something as long as it does not harm someone...reactions19comments
Why I AdvocateIf you had told me 20 years ago I would be sitting here writing about my bathroom problems, I would have laughed. If you had told me 10 years ago...reactions2comments
IBS and Other ConditionsOne thing that I always thought I wanted was a name for what was wrong with me. I thought naming why I have all the problems I have would help...reactionscomments
Illnesses with IBSI tend to be a careful person when it comes to germs. I have a couple of things going on in my body which really hurts my immune system, so...reactions2comments
Against the Grain With Invisible IssuesI have always been different from those around me. I was the heavy girl in school—the girl who kept to herself and loved to read. I was never one to...reactions4comments
Getting AnswersMoving back to Illinois has given me more options for getting answers about my medical problems. Lately, it seems one thing gets better, and something else decides to act up...reactions2comments
Starting a Business With IBSThis last year I have spent it making a lot of changes in my life. The biggest is not working a typical 9-5 job anymore. Between the pandemic, my IBS...reactions1comment
New Year - New Parenting StyleI have written before about my daughter. 2021 was a turning point in our relationship. She is 14, and anyone who has a teenage daughter knows how hard it can...reactionscomments
Working ChangesOne thing I have to thank my parents for is instilling a hard work ethic. Growing up in small world Tennessee, I wasn't lucky enough to have your typical fast...reactionscomments
