Webinar 1
- Kaitlin Colucci
IBS Is Not One-Size-Fits-All: Understanding the Different Types & Root Causes
- Wednesday 2nd April
- 7:30-8pm BST
- Free to attend
Key Topics:
- Overview of IBS subtypes (IBS-D, IBS-C, IBS-M, IBS-U)
- Why IBS looks different for everyone: genetics, microbiome, lifestyle, stress response
- Addressing the question: “Why does the world think IBS is the same for all?”
- Is IBS hereditary? A look at what the research says
- Brief on diagnostic pathways and when to refer
Dispel the myth that IBS is a single, uniform condition. Educate on the subtypes and encourage more personalised care.
IBS is a multifactorial and highly individual condition. Understanding what makes your IBS unique is the first step to managing it.
Webinar 2
- Emily Mahadeo
Taming the Tummy: Managing Pain, Bloating & Bowel Changes
- Wednesday 16th April
- 7:30-8pm BST
- Free to attend
Key Topics:
- What causes bloating and how to relieve it (including gas, transit time, SIBO)
- Diarrhoea vs constipation: root causes & targeted strategies
- Controlling IBS pain during flare-ups: food-related causes, gut-brain axis, and visceral hypersensitivity
- Top treatments for urgency (including diet, probiotics, and stress response)
- Red flags: when to seek further investigation
Address the most commonly reported symptoms with practical, evidence-based strategies.
Managing symptoms requires an individualised toolkit. Small shifts in diet, movement, and mindset can make a huge impact.
Webinar 3
- Kaitlin Colucci
The Gut-Brain Connection: How Stress & Emotions Impact IBS
- Wednesday 30th April
- 7:30-8pm BST
- Free to attend
Key Topics:
- The science behind stress and the gut – introducing the gut-brain axis
- What happens during a flare-up: the nervous system in overdrive
- Techniques for nervous system regulation: breathwork, yoga, cognitive behavioural tools
- Realistic routines for busy lives: building habits that support gut health long-term
- Personal reflection: “Are you the best you can be when stress hits?”
Deep dive into the gut-brain axis, stress-related flares, and lifestyle support for long-term relief.
Nervous system regulation is a missing piece in IBS care. When we calm the gut-brain axis, everything else becomes easier to manage.
Meet our speakers
Kaitlin Colucci
Kaitlin Colocci is a registered dietitian in the United Kingdom with focus on helping people with digestive issues, particularly IBS. She has a strong background in nutrition and dietetics and specializes in the low FODMAP diet, a method that helps alleviate IBS symptoms by adjusting one’s diet. Kaitlin is passionate about providing personalized advice and support to improve people’s health and well being through scientifically based dietary changes.
Emily Mahadeo
Emily Mahadeo is a Registered Dietitian and Doctor of Clinical Nutrition specialising in gut and digestive health. As Belly Balance expands into the US market, Emily is offering virtual consultations through her private practice, helping patients navigate their unique digestive health journeys. Her compassionate, evidence-based approach allows her to provide the expertise and guidance needed to improve digestive health, making her a key part of the team as we expand our reach in the US.
We help you get your stomach back in balance
In the Belly Balance app, we help you regain control over your troubled stomach. Experienced dietitians and doctors have together created a well-functioning tool with several features to give you the chance to live your life normally again.
