Meditation, Healing and Finding Yourself Again While Living with a Stoma, Ostomy There was a time when I thought meditation was only for people who had calm lives, quiet minds…
“You’re so strong.” How many times have you heard that since getting your stoma, ostomy? At first, it can feel like a compliment. People mean well when they say it.…
Mental Health Awareness Month, The Side of a Stoma, Ostomy Journey We Don’t Talk About EnoughWhen we talk about life with a stoma, ostomy, people often focus on the practical…
Colostomy or Ileostomy, What’s the Real Difference and What Should You Consider? This is one of those questions that can feel big… and a little overwhelming. If you’ve been told…
What Has a Stoma, Ostomy Given You? It might sound like a strange question… But have you ever really stopped and asked yourself this? What has your stoma, ostomy actually…
Do You Really Need to Tell Everyone at Work About Your Stoma, Ostomy? Going back to work after stoma, ostomy surgery can feel like a huge win… and a bit…
Looking After Your Skin Around Your Stoma, Ostomy (Because Comfort Changes Everything) Taking care of the skin around your stoma, ostomy isn’t just about hygiene… it’s about comfort, confidence, and…
Ostomy Care in the Bathroom: Creating a Simple Routine That Works Adjusting to life with a stoma, ostomy can feel overwhelming in the beginning. There is suddenly a lot to…
Embracing Days Out While Living With a Stoma, Ostomy Embarking on adventures, whether small or grand, with a stoma, ostomy can sometimes feel like stepping into the unknown. There may…
Feeling Confident and Relaxed with Your Stoma, Ostomy Starts HereWhat does it really take to feel confident and relaxed with your stoma, ostomy?For me, it wasn’t just mindset work. It…