Embracing Body Change
Louise shares her transformative journey through motherhood and the challenges of her health, including a diagnosis of ulcerative colitis and the decision to go public with her stoma. She reflects on how her traumatic experiences have reshaped her relationship with her body, emphasizing the importance of appreciation and resilience. Despite the struggles, she has learned to love and respect her body in a deeper way, recognizing its strength and capacity for healing.In this clip
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My wife got pregnant a little over 2 years ago with our first kid. In her third trimester, she started experiencing digestive issues that caused her to lose so much weight that her body is forcing itself to shut down. This issue seems unrelated to her diet, eating habits, or ingredient intake, and it is not consistent. After a second pregnancy, it got worse, and the medical system cannot figure out what is going on. Now she is 28 years old, has had 2 kids within 3 years, and weighs 92 lbs. She feels weak and tired and can barely function as a mom most of the time. I would really love your input on this situation.
I want to start on a journey towards better health, as I have had the exposure and health concerns you speak about, like ulcerative colitis (UC). While I no longer suffer from UC, as it turned to cancer at 26 and I had a total proctolectomy, I am concerned that without a colon I may need different guidance. Any thoughts on how to move forward?