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S3E98. How to Explain IBS to Your Wife or Girlfriend (So She Gets It)

CharlieJeane Cooke Season 3 Episode 98

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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