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Why Surgery Recovery Is Harder With Chronic Illness (And Why That’s Normal)
Season 2 Episode 23
In this episode, we break down the science and lived experience behind surgery recovery with chronic illness. From immune suppression and autoimmune …
8 months, 2 weeks ago
From Doctor’s Offices to HR: The Hidden Struggles of Invisible Illness
Season 2 Episode 22
Living with chronic or invisible illness often means constantly having to prove you’re “sick enough” to be believed…by doctors, workplaces, and even …
8 months, 3 weeks ago
How to Prepare for Surgery: Mental, Emotional & Physical Support for Healing
Season 2 Episode 21
Surgery isn’t just physical…it’s emotional, mental, and deeply personal. In this episode, we talk honestly about how to prepare for surgery when fear…
9 months ago
The Gut–Bladder Connection: Hormones, Urology & Whole-Body Health with Dr. Jason B. Carter
Season 2 Episode 20
In this episode of Ive Got Guts!, Stef and Lauren sit down with Dr. Jason B. Carter, a board-certified urologist, to explore the powerful connection …
9 months, 1 week ago
Toxic Positivity Explained: Why “Good Vibes Only” Can Harm Healing & Emotional Health
Season 2 Episode 19
Have you ever opened up about how hard things really are, only to hear, “Just stay positive” or “At least it’s not worse” , and walked away feeling s…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
From Late Diagnosis to Lifelong Resilience: Tori’s Cystic Fibrosis Journey, Motherhood & Finding Strength Through Chronic Illness
Season 2 Episode 18
In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Tori (@toritriesit on TikTok), whose medical journey began before she was even born…and who wasn’t diagnose…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
You’re Not Behind, You’re Becoming: Compassion Over Correction, Letting Go of Expectations, and Starting the New Year with Alignment
Season 2 Episode 17
If the new year has you feeling tired instead of inspired, this episode is for you.
We’re letting go of “New Year, New You” energy and choosing someth…
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Surviving the Holidays with Chronic Illness: Gentle Tips, Boundaries & Real Talk
Season 2 Episode 16
The holidays can feel heavy when you’re living with chronic illness, navigating fertility struggles, or grieving a season that looks different than y…
10 months, 1 week ago
Autoimmune Healing, Crohn’s Disease & Holistic Gut Health: Andrea Tait’s Root-Cause Wellness Journey
Season 2 Episode 15
In this episode, we’re joined by Andrea Tait, a physical therapist and wellness coordinator, who shares her powerful journey through autoimmune disea…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
The Emotional Aftermath of a Diagnosis: Living in the Now When the Future Feels Scary
Season 2 Episode 14
Lauren shares her latest achalasia update, including learning her esophagus is functioning at 10%. The surprising part? She wasn’t shocked…but everyo…
10 months, 3 weeks ago