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Question for Women with UC who have Given Birth (Contractions vs. ulcerative colitis Cramps)

There is an interesting question, and it was clear instantly that it was popular to discuss. I posed the question to the Facebook Public Group a few days ago. The question: How would you compare UC related cramping and abdominal pains to the pains associated with contractions felt during child birth? Feel free to add any comments you may have below in the comments section.… Read More »Question for Women with UC who have Given Birth (Contractions vs. ulcerative colitis Cramps)

Nori Health chatbot coach program enters pilot phase, discounted early access available

Startup Nori Health will soon introduce their chatbot (computer-driven) coach for people living with IBD and chronic IBS, with the goal of helping them discover and change lifestyle factors that impact mental and physical well-being. After successfully testing with the Dutch Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, it now enters the pilot phase with hospitals and insurers globally. Roeland Pater, founder of Nori Health and Crohn’s sufferer… Read More »Nori Health chatbot coach program enters pilot phase, discounted early access available

Me and My Crohn’s – Year 7

  It’s crazy to think that It’s been 7 years since I got diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, some of the moments I remember like they were yesterday, some of them, I think my brain has tucked back into a hidden place never to surface again. Oh yeah, my name is Kyle, I am a 35-year-old 7th grade teacher from a small town in WA… Read More »Me and My Crohn’s – Year 7

An App for Ulcerative Colitis Self-Care – Finally!

Hey all you UC’ers, I’m pleased to tell you about a free app that I recently learned about, called IBD Health Storylines. It is specifically designed for individuals diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis and IBD, created with inputs from the patient community. This app makes it easy to record your bowel activity, food triggers, moods and other symptoms. You can even use it to track other… Read More »An App for Ulcerative Colitis Self-Care – Finally!

Trying to Get Pregnant with Ulcerative Colitis

It’s been a long time since I’ve posted anything on this website. A lot has happened to me – I changed jobs, got married, lost a parent….. all these things are stressors and have affected me in one way or another. Something Interesting About Lara: I love to nap! This could be because I’ve got a chronic illness and I need more rest than the… Read More »Trying to Get Pregnant with Ulcerative Colitis