Having to Eat Before a TripMy week, much like IBS, is never consistent. I find myself on an alternating schedule of complete chaos or being a homebody...reactions8comments
IBS Flares Are Not Always PredictableWhat is that saying? "Make plans, and the universe will laugh at you?" Well, today, I learned that when I try to...reactions16comments
Managing MedicationI have always hated taking pills. Even when I was little, I avoided taking aspirin or all-in-one cold relievers like the plague...reactionscomments
Feeling Misunderstood and Lonely With IBSLike many other people living with IBS, my symptoms started in quite a subtle way. Every night, after dinner, I felt like...reactions23comments
Sorry, Not Sorry That I’m Canceling AgainHave plans to go to your favorite restaurant? CANCELED! How about a nice long walk at the local park CANCELED! Well, then...reactions10comments
Building a Therapeutic Relationship for Better IBS CareWhen you are living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), visits with healthcare providers can take up a lot of your time and...reactionscomments
The Importance of the Dreaded ColonoscopyI hate having a colonoscopy. Let me be more specific. I hate the prep work for a colonoscopy. I mean, why in...reactions17comments
The Mental Load of IBSAs IBS sufferers, we often talk about the physical symptoms of the illness. The urgency, the cramps, the painful bloating – they're...reactions85comments
Provoking IBS and Paying a Painful PriceMy IBS is not always triggered unexpectedly. Admittedly, there have been more than a couple of times when I have poked the...reactions10comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions15comments
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...reactions18comments
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...reactions7comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
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...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...reactions24comments
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...reactions3comments
