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Parenting with Crohn's

Sun, April 11, 2010 12:55 AM

I am a stay at home mom to a sweet, curious, energetic toddler. Does anyone have any advice for navigating parenting while dealing with Crohn’s - especially when flaring?

red72
Joined Apr 11, 2010

Tue, May 04, 2010 12:00 AM

Reply posted for red72.

This is excactly why I started this nonprofit org. called Restore Motherhood. If anyone is interested in starting one in your state, please email me or post a new topic with Restore Motherhood in the Subject. We will talk about this. Don't go thru the trouble of getting incorpaorated b/c I have already done all that and paid as well. Go to website to get more info. www.restoremotherhood/webs.com

crohnsme
Joined May 4, 2010

Tue, April 27, 2010 12:00 AM

Reply posted for rcschilke.

When you do feel well, make more than enough when you cook so you can freeze some and use them on your difficult days. Sometimes just walking across the room feels like a chore, making a meal would take so much effort.

Things I freeze for future meals

soups & sauces (with meat in the sauce)

greens & beans (italian greens... are delicious and tastes great even after defrosting & reheating)

keep a loaf of italian bread frozen. all you have to do is take it out of the freezer and keep it on the counter and it's good to go in 2 hours or so.

alivein315
Joined May 30, 2009

Fri, April 23, 2010 3:00 PM

Reply posted for red72.

I'm a stay at home mom too with crohns . I have two teens and they help out alot when im in a flare . Also my husband helps out too. Also ask your family to help out sometimes just having grandma watch the kids for a few hours helps out alot .

ladytrucker709
Joined Sep 1, 2009

Wed, April 14, 2010 3:09 PM

Reply posted for red72.

I understand where you are coming from its not easy sometimes. Do you have any freinds or family you can call? My husband is always helpful when he comes home to help me. I would say don't give up on being in remission if you aren't already. Look into different diets, do your own resarch, find a good gi doc. What ever ya do be persistent thats what others have told me. I haven't found the perfect solution but i keep trying good luck to you:)

rcschilke
Joined Mar 19, 2010

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