Blog posts by Jen McGregor

Jen would have died if her stoma surgery had been delayed by just another day. Here she discusses her gratitude for the people speaking out about their lives as ostomates, and those who gave her the confidence to go ahead with the surgery which saved her life.

Jen is about to start her seventh year in higher education and has taken the opportunity to provide readers with some guidance and a few tips about getting the most from your studies when living with a chronic health condition or illness.

A positive body image can be difficult to attain and hold on to, especially when you’re dealing with Crohn’s disease, medications and anxiety. Here, Jen tells us how she coped and why she now loves her body for its strength and determination.

Preparing for parenthood is never an easy task, but what happens when you have multiple health complications? Jen has an honest discussion about her current situation and her hopes for the future

Jen shares her tips for dealing with a stoma blockage and avoiding a trip to the hospital.

Ileostomate, Jennifer, interviews her mum about what it’s like having a daughter with Crohn’s disease and an ileostomy. Read a mum’s perspective on diagnosis, surgery and more…