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
Oh, How the Mighty Have FallenWell, here we are, the New Year is firmly beneath our feet and our resolutions are in the wind… I kid, I...reactionscomments
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
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
Gastritis and IBSI’ve mentioned before that IBS is not the only fire I’ve got going on in my belly. I’ve discussed my issues with...reactions4comments
Can Having a Tipped Uterus Impact IBS?In my late teens, when I first began visiting a gynecologist; receiving pelvic exams and pap smears, I was informed of an...reactions30comments
The Fear of Having Diarrhea at a Dinner PartyDo you know of the famous bathroom scene from the movie: Dumb and Dumber? Everyone with IBS can relate to a moment like...reactions7comments
How to Handle IBS FOMOThe fear of missing out, also known as FOMO, can be a too true experience when struggling with IBS. Whether it’s out...reactions3comments
Why Is It So Hard to Explain IBS to Others?When I go somewhere, I have often been fasting and continue to fast until I get home. I often have to give...reactions14comments
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...reactions7comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions16comments
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...reactions22comments
Ignoring New or Changed Symptoms Can Be DeadlyIf you have IBS, you already have so many issues with your digestive system that it is easy to miss, overlook, or...reactions12comments
4 Ways to Workout with IBSThe more I've been consistent with exercising, the more I realize how essential it is for my health and IBS symptoms. Working...reactions4comments
IBS and Guilt: I Should Not Feel Guilty, But I DoI cannot tell you how many times I have had to cancel plans or tell people that I could not go to...reactions4comments
It Gets BetterJust recently, I was invited to a birthday party at a farm. Since the pandemic, many people have gathered in creative venues to...reactions9comments
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