Diving Deeper into Supplements, Probiotics, and MoreAs I've mentioned in previous articles, I take IBGard when I absolutely know I'm headed into where I'll need it. Honestly, I probably don't take it enough. But, every time... By Mara Bosloy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
How Having My Gallbladder Removed Affected My IBSI was diagnosed with IBS almost 20 years ago. It was back before they labeled different types, but I have IBS-M. I have always had a mixed bag of symptoms... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Ways to Pass The Time On The ToiletI would like to preface this article with a sort of disclaimer: this article is purely meant for humor. IBS of all kinds is a very painful, often debilitating condition... By Michaela2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Middle-Of-The-Night Flares: A NightmareI’ve recently come across a new phenomenon in my IBS journey: middle-of-the-night flares. Waking up at 4 am to go to the bathroom is not fun. It’s been one of... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Creating a Summer Routine With IBSIf forced to choose between hot and cold, I'll always choose cold. You can always put more on, and who doesn't love a warm blanket? That's my standard response to... By Meredith McGovern3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
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... By Shannon Grantham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Biggest TriggersWhat are your biggest IBS triggers? We all have our own triggers when it comes to flare-ups or a particularly bad bout of bloating. In my day-to-day experience with IBS... By Mara Bosloy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
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... By Shannon Grantham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS-M: When It Picks A SideA few weeks ago, I received the bad news that would alter my life for the next little while. I have been in high-stress mode ever since, trying to get... By Mara Bosloy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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... By Shannon Grantham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Renovating An Apartment While Dealing With IBSIt's a blessing for sure to be able to renovate a home. In my case, my boyfriend and I are renovating our apartment, and although, thankfully, even with things going... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Free IBS Food JournalWhen it comes to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) trigger foods, we are all different. That is why so many healthcare providers recommend a food journal or diary. By tracking what... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Listening To My Body To Prevent IBS FlaresIn the first years of my IBS journey, my diet was mostly based on lists and recommendations I found on the internet. And those helped a lot. However, as time... By Karina2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Can Happiness Improve IBS Triggered By Stress?Let’s have a little chat. I’ve decided to use this article just to think out loud and share thoughts about this confusing and frustrating diagnosis of IBS. For me personally... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Why My IBS Has Turned into Something ScaryIBS was always an annoyance, but it was never something that scared me. I understood that it was always changing and pain and symptoms changed over time. I considered this... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments33 comments
Excessive Bloating Is Becoming a Big ProblemI have had IBS for almost three decades now, and I am used to bloating. However, the amount of bloating I have had as of late is excessive. I recently... By Amy Dodd Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Morning Sickness And IBS Flares: A Tale Of MiseryI very much enjoyed my first IBS-free pregnancy. When I struggled with worsening symptoms after delivery, I always longed to get pregnant again to get some relief. Then, I did... By Karina2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS: New Pains, New Symptoms, and New WorriesIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a constantly changing illness. Just when you think you have it figured out, something changes or something new comes along to shake things up a... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Raising Kids With IBS Can Be DifficultMy heart truly goes out to those who are single parents and struggling because having children is not and should never be a 1-person job. However, even having a partner... By HessP4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments