About this episode
"You're honestly doing a really good job. I know all you see is all the ways you think you're failing. But I promise, you're doing OK, and no one has it all figured out, despite what you see on Instagram! Stop scrolling. Read a book." In 2019, I interviewed Dr. Abby Bales — a pelvic floor physical therapist and the owner and founder of Reform Physical Therapy — as part of the Ali on the Run Show 's Motherhood Mondays series. Ever since, Abby has asked when I would be willing to flip the script; when I would be willing to hand over the microphone so I could answer her questions. And today is that day. Welcome to the Dr. Abby on the Run Show ! On this episode, Abby is in control, asking me questions about Crohn's disease, motherhood, life with a chronic illness, running, career stuff, and how they all intersect. (Listen to Dr. Abby's previous conversations on the Ali on the Run Show here , here , and here .) SPONSOR: The AGA IBD Parenthood Project — Follow the link for resources and support on your own journey navigating parenthood and life with an inflammatory bowel disease. What you'll get on this episode: Why now? (4:40) My Crohn's disease story (7:45) On Crohn's and the decision to have children (10:45) My experience with postpartum anxiety… (16:00) …and my decision to finally start therapy (20:45) On having a support system (29:30) Do I worry about Annie getting Crohn's? (36:15) Talking to Annie about feelings (48:20) How having a chronic illness has made me more resilient, and helped me better relate with people (52:00) How Crohn's disease has affected my career (58:00) How living in New Hampshire has helped my health (1:01:15) What goals now seem possible? (1:06:00) Follow Abby & Reform Physical Therapy: Instagram @reformptnyc Facebook Twitter @reformptnyc Website Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts . Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!