Grief. Such a small word with such big implications. It's no secret that those with chronic illness are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression. Not only does chronic illness affect us physically, it is more often harder on our mental health. This feeling of grief grows and changes over time, and lately I… Continue reading Grieving the Small Things
Category: IBD Awareness
Out With the Old…In With the New
I am 28 years old today. I always tend to get a little nostalgic on my birthday and writing a blog post just seems to be the perfect way to express how I'm feeling as I turn another year older. I was reading my birthday blog post from last year and I felt that uncertainty… Continue reading Out With the Old…In With the New
The Courage to Heal
I just got back from Las Vegas where I attended the sixth annual Courage Ball hosted by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Nevada Chapter. This was my second time attending the event and it was truly a beautiful and emotional night. I've been struggling the past month or so with symptoms and found myself filled… Continue reading The Courage to Heal
Piecing Together IBD: Key Puzzle Pieces for Disease Management
I like to think of treating IBD as a puzzle. You have to find the right pieces to complete the puzzle, and you want to do it in a timely manner to avoid feeling worse. Sometimes it's easy, and other times it takes a while to find the piece you're looking for. If someone were… Continue reading Piecing Together IBD: Key Puzzle Pieces for Disease Management
Patient Spotlight: Nikki’s Experience with Ulcerative Colitis
For this second episode, I am featuring another member of my IBD support group, Nikki Morgan. Nikki has been an incredible asset to our group and is always willing to lend an ear when it's needed. She also gives fantastic advice and has a real calming presence. I am so glad to have met her.… Continue reading Patient Spotlight: Nikki’s Experience with Ulcerative Colitis
Patient Spotlight: Amanda’s Experience with Crohn’s Disease
So you've heard from my perspective and the caregiver's perspective, but what about the patient perspective? I have been blogging about my experiences with IBD since 2021, and while I love sharing my knowledge with you, I have decided to start a patient spotlight series to give others a voice and platform to share their… Continue reading Patient Spotlight: Amanda’s Experience with Crohn’s Disease
A Father’s Day Tribute: The Caregiver’s Perspective
A few years ago, I did a special edition blog post dedicated to my mom for Mother's Day. It ended up being a popular one and I loved being able to collaborate with her on the post and learn more about her perspective as a caregiver and parent of a child with chronic illness. Fast… Continue reading A Father’s Day Tribute: The Caregiver’s Perspective
Shining a Light on Inflammatory Bowel Disease: World IBD Day
Each year on May 19, the global community comes together to observe World IBD Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). With millions of people worldwide living with conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, World IBD Day serves as a vital reminder of the challenges these individuals face—and the… Continue reading Shining a Light on Inflammatory Bowel Disease: World IBD Day
Surviving Your Colonoscopy: Essential Tips for a Smoother Process
I just finished my fifth colonoscopy procedure in the past six years, so I guess you could say I'm a seasoned pro at this point! You would think each time gets a little easier, but each prep really has been different for me. The good thing is that the more I do this, the more… Continue reading Surviving Your Colonoscopy: Essential Tips for a Smoother Process
Will You Be Our Valentine?
In partnership with the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Nevada Chapter, my committee and I have launched our first-ever Valentine's Day fundraising campaign! While I have done a few fundraisers for the Foundation in the past, this one is particularly special because it marks the start of engagement in the Northern Nevada region. The Gut Warriors… Continue reading Will You Be Our Valentine?
Turning Wellness into a Lifestyle 