Hello! Easter can be a beautiful time filled with family, celebration, and… chocolate. But it can also come with hectic schedules, disrupted routines, tempting foods that don’t agree with your gut, and the pressure to “keep it all together.”
For anyone managing IBS while juggling family life, Easter can be especially challenging. Easter and IBS don’t always mix well—between the rich meals, disrupted routines, sweet temptations, and the stress of trying to enjoy the holidays, it’s easy for symptoms to flare. That’s why having a solid strategy is crucial.
And so I’ve created one for you!
Strategy 1: Keep a Gentle Rhythm During Easter
During Easter, it’s crucial to maintain a gentle daily rhythm. Your gut thrives on consistency—and when meals, sleep, and movement become irregular, symptoms often flare.
How to Implement
Think about keeping your mealtimes roughly consistent, even if you’re away from home or celebrating with others. Start your day with a gut-friendly breakfast (yes, even if it’s small!) and plan ahead so you’re not skipping meals or grazing all day. Keep snacks like boiled eggs, rice cakes with peanut butter, or low FODMAP trail mix on hand for emergencies.
Strategy 2: Choose IBS-Friendly Indulgences
Easter doesn’t mean missing out—it just means being a little more intentional with your choices. The goal isn’t restriction, it’s kindness to your gut.
How to Implement
Bring a dish you know works for you (like a simple roast veg salad or low FODMAP frittata). If chocolate is a trigger, consider dark chocolate or lactose-free alternatives in small portions. Savour treats slowly—enjoyment and mindful eating can actually reduce symptom severity!
Strategy 3: Soothe, Don’t Stress
Holidays can bring emotional stress, especially when you’re worried about symptoms. But your gut is deeply connected to your nervous system, so taking time to soothe yourself matters.
How to Implement
Find little moments to reset: a five-minute breathing break, a short walk after a meal, or a calming cup of peppermint tea. Even just stepping away for a quiet moment can calm your gut and mind. Let go of guilt and perfection—doing your best is enough.
Bonus Tips
💧 Stay Hydrated:
Keep a water bottle on hand and sip regularly. Hydration helps support digestion, energy, and overall wellbeing—especially when you’re eating richer foods than usual.
🚶♀️ Gentle Movement Helps:
A short walk after meals can do wonders for digestion, bloating, and stress levels. Even 10 minutes counts!
📱 Stay Connected with Support:
It’s okay to lean on someone. Whether it’s a text to a friend or a quick message to me, don’t go it alone if you’re feeling off-track.
Navigating Easter as a busy mum with IBS is all about preparation and self-compassion. With these gentle strategies, you can enjoy the holiday, feel more in control, and (most importantly) look after your gut without missing the moments that matter.
Want more personalised tips or need help crafting a plan that works with your life? Reach out today—it’s literally my job to help you with that
Wishing you a calm gut and a restful weekend—whatever you’re celebrating.💛
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