The Accident: An Embarrassing IBS StoryFirst, let me say that I never thought I would be brave enough to openly discuss such things. I am still quite...reactions4comments
Take the Person Before Patient SurveyThe Person Before Patient Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! What makes us the people we are? Living with...reactionscomments
Is This Another Illness Or "Just" IBS?For so many years, I got incredibly mad when doctors told me (or other people) that it was "just IBS." "Just IBS"...reactions4comments
Using a Hot House Dome for IBSYou may be wondering, what on earth is a Hot House Dome? Well, I once wondered the same exact thing! I have a...reactions2comments
5 Coffee Tips for the IBS Coffee LoverOh, beloved coffee. For the most part, everyone loves coffee. The smell, the taste, the warmth, and the jolt of caffeine. Coffee truly...reactionscomments
When IBS-D Improves But Does Not Get BetterSometimes, I feel like we as IBS-sufferers are doomed. Like there’s no getting out of it. Lately, my IBS-D has been less...reactions18comments
I Hated School Bathrooms, Then Destroyed My PantsBefore I was officially diagnosed with IBS, I’ve had a long-running history of misusing and abusing my body. Whether I was divulging...reactions2comments
My Toilet HeistBefore reading this, know that I’ve hardly told anybody this story for fear of it getting back to the person whose toilet...reactions3comments
How to Keep Your Bathroom Smelling Fresh 24/7Let’s face it, having IBS means using the bathroom on a regular basis. It is what it is. And if you have a...reactions5comments
Staying Positive: A Little Help to Get Through Bad DaysI am always trying to look on the bright side and trying to stay optimistic. As I sit here today in pain...reactions11comments
To Poo or Not to Poo?Performance anxiety is my strongest IBS trigger. I’m not saying that raw dairy, warm cheeses, aggressive chili, and coffee, and everything sugar-free...reactions10comments
Tips For Working From Home With IBSThis year has overhauled how people work. It’s forced most individuals to transition to a home office and drastically change their lifestyle...reactionscomments
Looking on the Bright Side: The Upside of IBS-MI have IBS-M. That means I have episodes of both IBS-D and IBS-C. Whenever I am in the midst of an IBS-D...reactionscomments
How The Pandemic Made My IBS WorseI believe it’s safe to say that the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t easy on anyone. I wanted to reflect on the effect that...reactions4comments
4 Ways I Manage a Painful IBS Flare-UpUnfortunately, IBS can be extremely painful. You have those moments where the cramping and abdominal pain are so intense, that all you...reactions8comments
Gynecology Appointments and IBSThis upcoming week I am due for my annual gynecology appointment and I am a bit apprehensive. The last time I had...reactions7comments
Why Advocate for IBS?My mother actually asked me why I would put my name and face to articles about IBS and more specifically, my own...reactionscomments
Learning to Talk About IBS: Breaking the StigmaWhen I first started talking about IBS, I was very ashamed and embarrassed. It was hard for me to talk about the...reactions2comments
House Hunting with IBSI’ll admit it, I am that girl that likes to pop into open houses during the weekend. If I am driving around and...reactionscomments
Support SystemI never shared my struggle with IBS with even my closest friends until the last few years. I am sure I am...reactionscomments
