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  • The highs and lows of Crohn’s disease October 2, 2024
    The highs and lows of Crohn’s disease I’ve been living with Crohn’s now for all of my adult life. I was diagnosed at the age of 18 and I’m now 39. There have been highs but there’s also been plenty of lows living with this illness for over two decades. ... The post The highs and […]
  • Working out with a stoma October 1, 2024
    Working out with a stoma: my top tips for staying active Living with a stoma doesn’t mean you have to give up your fitness routine or active lifestyle. In fact, staying active can boost your confidence and help you feel more in control of your body. As someone who’s had... The post Working out with […]
  • My new life with a stoma September 19, 2024
    My new life with a stoma Living with a stoma brings its share of challenges, but it has also given me a freedom I never imagined. Yes, there are hurdles like managing blockages, watching what I eat, and knowing when I’ve pushed myself too far. Tiredness and the need to... The post My new life […]
  • Back to school September 19, 2024
    Back to school The summer holidays seem like distant memories, and it has been rain, rain, rain, ever since! For families with children with additional needs it can be a tale of two cities. It may have been respite if the child copes better at home, or it can be... The post Back to school […]
  • Hirschsprung’s Disease Awareness Day September 10, 2024
    Hirschsprung’s Disease Awareness Day September brings with it many conditions for awareness, but the one with a special place in my heart is my own, Hirschsprung’s Disease. Occurring in 1 in 5,000 births in the UK every year, this rare bowel disease is a birth defect that can occur with... The post Hirschsprung’s Disease Awareness […]