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Flush The Stigma
“I know now that I am stronger” – Trish’s story
Sometimes you can let it take over your life and at times life can feel quite dark. I've spent time hooked up to a drip to take Infliximab and feeling sorry for myself. I've also been airlifted to hospital because I've suspected a bowel perforation. I know now that I am stronger. I will have bad days as well as great days -- and the good days generally outweigh the bad. Keeping myself healthy for myself and my family is number one. I have also learned that letting others help me and support me is not a sign weakness.
“If you feel something isn’t right with your body or your child’s, stick to your guns and don’t back down” – Kelly and Xavier’s story
Our family has always been there to support us. During our hospital admissions, they’d be there in a heartbeat and would do everything they could to keep us, and Xavier entertained. In saying that, no one in the family has had IBD, so we’re working out what we can do together.