Find out what to expect after a colonoscopy, including recovery, tummy discomfort, eating, toilet changes, and when you can return to school and everyday activities.

Learn why blood tests are important when you have IBD, what doctors are looking for, and how they help monitor inflammation, nutrition, and medication safety.

Learn how steroids used to treat IBD can affect your face, weight and skin, why these changes happen, and how to cope with side effects and body image worries.

Learn how IBD can affect your height, weight and puberty, why everyone develops at a different pace, and how to support healthy growth.

Learn how to say no when you’re not feeling well, set healthy boundaries, and handle disappointment without feeling guilty. Discover ways to protect your energy while maintaining friendships and enjoying the things that matter to you.

Learn how to explain IBD to your friends, answer their questions, and talk about your condition without feeling embarrassed.

Discover how hobbies can help you relax, express your feelings, and take a break from the challenges of living with IBD.

Learn how to explain IBD to your friends, handle hurtful comments, and cope when others don't understand what you're going through.

Understand why your appetite, food choices and eating habits might change during an IBD flare-up.

Learn how food can affect IBD symptoms and discover ways to get the nutrients your body needs to grow and stay healthy.

Learn what foods may feel easier to tolerate, which foods might make symptoms worse, how to stay hydrated and why you don't need to follow a strict “IBD diet.”

Learn what your diagnosis means, what to expect with treatment, flares, school, food, sport and appointments — and why having IBD doesn't mean you have to stop doing the things you love.

Learn about the common symptoms that may lead doctors to investigate Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

Discover what to include in your flare survival kit to help you feel more comfortable, prepared, and supported when IBD symptoms get tough.

Find out how you can stay active and enjoy sport while living with IBD, including tips for managing toilet access, hydration, medicines, flares, and competitions.

Learn what to do if you have an accident, how to feel more prepared, and ways to manage toilet anxiety when living with IBD.

Understanding what your IBD medicines do, why you need them, and how they help keep your bowel healthy.

What is IBD? Learn about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, common IBD symptoms, flares, treatment and remission in this simple, kid-friendly guide for children and teens.

Find out what to pack for a hospital stay when you have IBD, from comfortable clothes and toiletries to entertainment and essentials that help you feel more at home.

Learn what happens during an IBD check-up, from talking about your symptoms and checking your growth to blood tests, poo tests and ultrasounds.

Understand how Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can affect puberty, why your body might develop differently, and how to feel confident and supported as you grow.

Learn how to recognise trustworthy friends and adults, spot warning signs, protect your privacy, and build relationships with people who respect and support you while living with IBD.

Explore dating with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, from deciding when to share your diagnosis to managing symptoms and building confidence. Learn how to set boundaries and find relationships where you feel accepted and respected.

Explore how stress and emotions can affect the way you feel when living with IBD, and learn practical ways to manage stress and difficult feelings.

Learn how IBD and its medications can affect your weight, skin, hair, growth, and body shape, and discover ways to cope with body image worries.

Discover ways to cope with difficult emotions, feel less alone, and find support when IBD feels overwhelming.

Discover the foods that help your body grow, stay strong, and get the nutrients it needs when you have IBD.

Learn how to prepare your medicines, plan for toilets, pack an IBD travel kit, manage food and fluids, and know what to do if you become unwell while you're away.

Learn practical ways to stay comfortable, including rest, gentle warmth, staying hydrated, eating when you can and knowing when to tell an adult or contact your IBD team.

What is a colonoscopy? Find out why you might need one, what to expect before, during and after the procedure, including bowel prep, anaesthesia, biopsies, waking up and getting your results.

Find out how to prepare for camp, plan for toilet access, medicines, food and fatigue, talk to teachers, handle unexpected symptoms.

Learn about the signs to look out for, including changes in your poo, tummy pain, urgency, tiredness, appetite, weight, and how you’re feeling.

Learn whether you have to tell your friends about having IBD, how to decide who you feel comfortable telling, and what you can say if they ask questions.

Learn how to handle common worries, calm your mind, and know when it’s time to ask for support.

Practical tips and support for managing IBD at school, from toilet access and flare days to talking with teachers and handling questions from friends.

Find out why you might need an iron infusion, what happens during the appointment, possible side effects, and how it can help you feel better when you have IBD.

Discover why your growing body needs extra nutrients, which vitamins and minerals matter most, and how IBD can affect nutrition, growth and development.

Learn why IBD and its medications can cause weight changes, how to cope with body image worries, and ways to look after yourself with confidence.

Learn how to handle questions from classmates about hospital visits, decide what to share about your IBD, and set boundaries when questions feel personal or uncomfortable.

Living with IBD can sometimes leave you feeling guilty about the impact on your family, from cancelled plans to extra worry and responsibilities. Learn why these feelings happen, how to stop blaming yourself, and how to remember that you deserve love and support without feeling guilty.

Learn how to recognise when you need mental health support, find someone you trust to talk to, and ask for help when living with IBD feels overwhelming.

Discover practical ways to manage anxiety, prepare for appointments, and feel more confident asking questions and speaking up about your needs.

Discover foods that may feel easier to eat when your tummy is upset and your IBD symptoms are bothering you.

Learn how certain foods may affect your IBD symptoms and why triggers can vary from person to person.

Learn why fatigue can happen, how it can affect school, sport and everyday life, and practical ways to look after yourself while your body is recovering.

Find out why treatment may still be important when you feel well, what your medicine is doing, and what to do if you forget a dose, have side effects or want to stop taking it.

Find out what to expect from blood tests, poo tests, ultrasounds, MRI/MRE scans, endoscopies and biopsies — explained simply, so you know what might happen and why.

Learn how to make the transition back to school easier with practical tips for managing toilet trips, tiredness, schoolwork, friends, PE and what to do if your symptoms return.

This guide explains what to do when you think you’re having a flare, from telling your IBD team and taking your medicines to staying hydrated, eating enough and managing school.

Feeling exhausted is common with IBD. Learn why IBD can make you tired, what can contribute to fatigue, and when it’s important to tell your parent, carer, or IBD team.

Learn how you can stay active with IBD, manage things like toilet access and tiredness, and know when it’s okay to slow down or take a break.

Learn about common flare symptoms, what can cause them, what to do when your symptoms change and when to ask for help.