This episode concentrates on mental health and how Cass and Sarah have managed their own mental health along their IBD journey.

During this episode Cass and Sarah discuss the following: -

• the weekly gut and mental health check in with a gratitude shout out for three amazing people. Ailish aka @LittleMissColitis, Katie aka @badass.w.a.bad.ass Craig aka @driventofightuk. Cass and Sarah can’t thank these three individuals enough for their incredible outlook on their own IBD’s and the awareness that they each personally raise regarding IBD. They have been so supportive since the podcast started and Cass and Sarah wanted to shout some love to all of them!

• celebrating Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month

• the lowest point of Cass’s illness which impacted her psychologically more so than physically

• how Sarah manages anxiety

• how malnourishment and dehydration impact Cass and Sarah’s mental health

• how Cass and Sarah manage mood swings that may come from malnourishment, dehydration, a menstrual cycle or general flare ups. Cass would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone that puts up with her the mood swings over the years

• how Sarah has coped with the side effects of medication including weight gain and hair loss

• Cass’s experience with therapy

• realistically managing mental health in general

• coping with the winter months and the festive season, especially when you do not like either of them, like Sarah

This episode concentrates on how Cass and Sarah have managed their mental health previously and manage it currently, which can often be impacted due to their IBD. A very raw and honest episode on how Cass and Sarah prevent their mental health from deteriorating, especially during flare ups and during other challenging times. Breaking the stigma by discussing mental health so transparently, this is not an episode to miss.

For anyone who wants to hysterically laugh, not listen to anything politically correct, empathise and relate to two professional women who continue to work far too many hours, study when they have no free time to do so, date all the wrong and right men, love a glass of vino and have so many poo stories that will ensure Cass, in particular, will never date again, make sure you tune in.

How to tune in:-

1) Apple Podcasts

2) Google Podcasts

3) Spotify

And for behind the scenes footage follow @Poptotheloopodcast on Instagram !

Do not forget to email Cass and Sarah on [email protected] for any advice, tips or questions of interest.

Creating laughter, acceptance and a community during such a difficult time for many is the Pop To The Loo's fundamental drive. Join the women on their journey!