My Crohnstipated Life

Some days, I feel like Crohn’s is winning. It steals my energy.It takes away my plans.It makes me feel like a bad mom. But one day, in the middle of a bad flare, something shifted. I was curled up on the couch, completely wiped out. My kids were playing nearby,…

For the longest time, I hid my Crohn’s struggles. I smiled through the pain.I pushed myself too hard.I pretended I was fine, even when I wasn’t. Until one day, I broke. I was supposed to go to a family gathering, but my body was screaming for rest. Still, I forced…

I’ll never forget the first time Crohn’s landed me in the hospital. I was scared, exhausted, and completely unprepared. I thought they’d give me some meds and send me home. Instead, I got: 🏥 IV fluids because I was severely dehydrated.🏥 A team of doctors discussing my intestines like I…

You’d think, after years of living with Crohn’s, I’d know when to expect a flare. But nope—this disease loves surprises. One of the worst times? My child’s school event. I had planned for everything. I ate a “safe” meal. I mapped out the bathrooms. I even took my meds early,…