{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"How Storytelling Fosters Compassion for Kids with Chronic Illness","description":"A children's book leads to this conversation, which bridges the worlds of chronic illness, creativity, and connection. I talk with MB (Britt) Mooney, author of &quot;The Mouse Who Couldn't Eat Cheese,&quot; a children's book inspired by a young woman named Alex who lived with severe Crohn's disease. MB, a science fiction and fantasy author, stepped outside his usual genre to create a story that helps kids and families understand invisible illnesses and the power of friendship. You'll hear behind-the-scenes insight on MB's creative process, the lessons learned from working with Alex's family, and the message he hopes every reader takes away\u2014whether they live with inflammatory bowel disease or not. &amp;nbsp; Episode transcript and more information at: https:\/\/bit.ly\/AIBD181 &amp;nbsp; Topics in this episode include: \ud83e\udd89 Representation of chronic illness, specifically Crohn's disease, in children's literature. \ud83e\udd89 The importance of empathy and understanding in friendships, especially for children with chronic illnesses. \ud83e\udd89 The challenges faced by children with Crohn's disease and the need for social inclusion. \ud83e\udd89 The creative process involved in writing a children's book and the balance required in storytelling. \ud83e\udd89 The role of creativity in problem-solving and fostering community. \ud83e\udd89 The significance of raising awareness about chronic illnesses through literature. \ud83e\udd89 The broader themes of connection, support, and validation for children facing health challenges. &amp;nbsp; Find MB Mooney at:  Buy The Mouse Who Couldn't Eat Cheese  Web:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.mbmooney.com\/   Instagram: @authormbmooney   Facebook: @MooneyMB   LinkedIn: @britt-mooney-89820b52   Find Amber J Tresca at:   AboutIBD.com: About IBD   Verywell: Verywell Health   Facebook: @aboutIBD   Twitter: @aboutIBD   Pinterest: @aboutibd   Instagram: @about_IBD   YouTube: @AboutIBD   Threads: @about_IBD   &amp;nbsp; Find Mac Cooney (mix, sound design, and theme music) at:   Facebook: @maccooneycomposer&amp;nbsp;   Instagram: @maccooneycomposer   Web: Cooney Studio   YouTube: @MacCooneyComposer   Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from \u00a9Cooney Studio   These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. ","author_name":"About IBD","author_url":"http:\/\/aboutibd.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37867210\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/192047330"}