Navigating life
with IBD
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can feel overwhelming, but no one has to face it alone. Whether for you or a child in your care, Living with IBD is here to help.
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Wondering if you or someone you care for is living with IBD?
IBD refers to a group of lifelong diseases that cause inflammation in the digestive tract. The two main types are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Crohn’s can affect any part of the digestive tract, while ulcerative colitis only impacts the large intestine (colon and rectum).
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It (my UC) truly changed me into the strong, confident woman I am today. I’m determined to do the best I can to help me. Bring on the next challenge!
Shari Living with UC
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I would fight for myself and be my own advocate. Because my illness isn’t who I am, it’s just one piece of my story.
Gabriel Living with Crohn’s
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I was living to fight this condition. I thought if I kept doing more and working harder, then somehow, I wouldn’t have Crohn’s anymore.
Ana Living with Crohn’s
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I was living to fight this condition. I thought if I kept doing more and working harder, then somehow, I wouldn’t have Crohn’s anymore.
Ana Living with Crohn’s
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Now I can stay active, feed myself nourishing foods, and invest all the time I was losing to a bathroom back into myself, my family, and my community.
Chance Living with UC
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I can’t always be physically prepared for flare-ups because they can seemingly happen overnight. But now I know how to be mentally prepared.
Lizzy Living with Crohn’s
See her story I can’t always be physically prepared for flare-ups because they can seemingly happen overnight. But now I know how to be mentally prepared.
Lizzy Living with Crohn’s
See her story I was living to fight this condition. I thought if I kept doing more and working harder, then somehow, I wouldn’t have Crohn’s anymore.
Ana Living with Crohn’s
See her story I was living to fight this condition. I thought if I kept doing more and working harder, then somehow, I wouldn’t have Crohn’s anymore.
Ana Living with Crohn’s
See her story Now I can stay active, feed myself nourishing foods, and invest all the time I was losing to a bathroom back into myself, my family, and my community.
Chance Living with UC
See his story I would fight for myself and be my own advocate. Because my illness isn’t who I am, it’s just one piece of my story.
Gabriel Living with Crohn’s
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I convinced myself I was fine and ignored that voice that said I wasn’t. Looking back, I wish I had listened instead.
Marilyn Living with Crohn’s
See her story I can’t always be physically prepared for flare-ups because they can seemingly happen overnight. But now I know how to be mentally prepared.
Lizzy Living with Crohn’s
See her story It (my UC) truly changed me into the strong, confident woman I am today. I’m determined to do the best I can to help me. Bring on the next challenge!
Shari Living with UC
See her story I convinced myself I was fine and ignored that voice that said I wasn’t. Looking back, I wish I had listened instead.
Marilyn Living with Crohn’s
See her story I convinced myself I was fine and ignored that voice that said I wasn’t. Looking back, I wish I had listened instead.
Marilyn Living with Crohn’s
See her story I can’t always be physically prepared for flare-ups because they can seemingly happen overnight. But now I know how to be mentally prepared.
Lizzy Living with Crohn’s
See her story I would fight for myself and be my own advocate. Because my illness isn’t who I am, it’s just one piece of my story.
Gabriel Living with Crohn’s
See his storyAna Living with Crohn’s
Shari Living with UC
Marilyn Living with Crohn’s
Lizzy Living with Crohn’s
Chance Living with UC
Keyla Living with Crohn’s and UC
Gabriel Living with Crohn’s
Gabriel Living with Crohn’s
Chance Living with UC
Marilyn Living with Crohn’s
Real people, real stories
Learning about IBD is important. So is understanding what it’s like to live with it. Hear from people about their own IBD experiences. Find out how they were diagnosed, what they do to help manage it, and how they found their own voice.
See their storiesFeatured resources
CD/UC support guides
Designed for adults living with IBD, these support guides offer helpful information and resources every step of the way.
Guides to pediatric CD/UC
Get clear information and practical resources to help you feel empowered and make confident decisions about caring for a child with Crohn’s disease and/or ulcerative colitis.
Living with IBD Podcast
Listen in on real conversations that people with IBD are having. They could shed some light on what you’re going through.
Featured episode
IBD and intimacy
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Spotify Apple PodcastsIBD Glossary
When it comes to living with IBD, knowledge is power—and there’s always more to learn. Check out our glossary for words and phrases to help you speak IBD.
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Our patient mentors are ready to talk
If you would like to schedule a call with someone who understands the challenges of living with IBD, we have a team of mentors ready to talk at a time that’s convenient for you.
- For adults
CD/UC support guides
Designed for adults living with IBD, these support guides offer helpful information and resources every step of the way.
- For pediatrics
Guides to pediatric CD/UC
Get clear information and practical resources to help you feel empowered and make confident decisions about caring for a child with Crohn’s disease and/or ulcerative colitis.
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