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What Makes Your Cards Different?

Today, there are a few things that need to be addressed. Ever so often I get questions or comments about my Medical Alert and Restroom Access Cards–and why I charge for them when there are “free” items out there for patients to acquire. A few years back, I wrote a post specifically about the Restroom Access Cards. But because…

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You CAN Have a “Normal” Life with Ulcerative Colitis

You CAN Have a Normal Life with UC Lately I haven’t been very reliable when it comes to raising awareness and advocacy. My excuse is that it all boils down to one phrase: life happens. Before November 2016 I was always involved and active in the IBD community. I am passionate about supporting others with ulcerative colitis–especially new j-pouchers. Then my life changed…

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Baby Ninja’s Birth Story, Part Six: The Aftermath

The Aftermath READ PART ONE HERE READ PART TWO HERE READ PART THREE HERE READ PART FOUR HERE READ PART FIVE HERE INTRODUCTION: This is the PART SIX in a series of blog posts about my pregnancy and birth experience with a j-pouch. Please keep in mind that I’m not a healthcare professional (read my disclaimer for details). I cannot…

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Baby Ninja’s Birth Story, Part Two: My First Midwife Appointment

Meeting the Midwife INTRODUCTION: This is the PART TWO in a series of blog posts about my pregnancy and birth experience with a j-pouch. Please keep in mind that I’m not a healthcare professional (read my disclaimer for details). I cannot advise you on your medical care. I only write these blog posts to share my own experience and show…

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