Beyond Bathroom Blues
Beyond Bathroom Blues
Welcome to Beyond Bathroom Blues, a podcast for men living with IBS.
Hosted by CharlieJeane, a Registered Dietitian (RD), Sports Nutritionist (MSc), and Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist — alongside Glenn, an Army veteran who has lived with IBS since 2003, the show brings together professional expertise and real-life experience.
Our aim is to meet men where they are on their IBS journey and provide calm, practical insight to help them better understand their symptoms, reduce overwhelm, and regain a sense of control.
Inside each episode, CharlieJeane shares over 12 years of experience supporting men with IBS, while Glenn offers perspective from managing symptoms day-to-day in real life, alongside the mindset shifts that support long-term IBS management.
Together, we focus on clarity over confusion, understanding over guesswork, and sustainable strategies — rather than quick fixes.
Disclaimer:
The content shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from your GP, physician, or qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical or mental health condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something heard on this podcast. Use of the information provided is at your own discretion and risk.
Beyond Bathroom Blues
S3E98. How to Explain IBS to Your Wife or Girlfriend (So She Gets It)
If you’re a man with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), one of the hardest parts isn’t just the symptoms — it’s explaining it to your wife or girlfriend without feeling embarrassed, weak, or like you’re making excuses.
In this episode, we break down a simple way to explain IBS flare-ups so your partner understands what’s happening, why plans sometimes change, and what support actually helps. You’ll get clear wording you can use, plus a practical “support checklist” to reduce stress and stop IBS becoming a relationship issue.
✅ In this episode you’ll learn:
- How to explain IBS clearly (without shame)
- What to say when plans change because of a flare-up
- How to ask for support without sounding needy
- The biggest misunderstanding partners often have about IBS
- A simple way to help your partner “get it” faster
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Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk