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Join Me as I Celebrate My 4th “Stomaversary”!
It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since I had my ostomy surgery!
How Often Does an Ostomy Bag Need to Be Emptied? (w/ video)
A question I get asked often is, “How many times should I be emptying my ostomy bag?”. In this post, I’ll go over various factors that can influence how often an ostomy bag needs to be emptied.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Seatbelt Protectors
As the name might imply, a stealbelt protector (also called a seatbelt cover) is an accessory that’s used to protect your stoma from impacts caused by a seatbelt.
Glossary of Ostomy Terms
Terms like, “pancaking” or “burping” may sound like they’re describing a Sunday brunch, but in reality, ostomates have many clever words to describe what’s going on in their lives. On this page, you’ll find a list of common terms that ostomates use, as well as their meaning.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Stoma Guards
Stoma guards are most commonly used to protect a stoma from an impact. They are often used by ostomates who play sports or work around equipment that …
Eakin Perform Ostomy Gelling Sachets : REVIEW
A type of product I usually recommend to ileostomates and colostomates who have loose or liquid output are gelling sachets. Eakin has their own called Perform, and that’s what I’ll
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Pouch Covers
Find out what pouch covers are for and learn some tips on how to better use them. Featuring a video overview of various pouch cover styles.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Accessory Belts
Accessory belts are a common accessory for ostomates, but it’s important to know how to use them effectively. Here’s an overview.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: New Series Introduction!
After nearly two years of planning, I’m finally (finally!!) able to introduce my new ostomy education series: Ostomy Accessories Guide.
Salts Confidence Natural Advance 1pc Ostomy Appliance: REVIEW (w/ video)
When I think about innovation in ostomy products, one brand that comes to mind quite often is Salts. In this review, I’ll be looking at their Confidence Natural Advance system.
Ostomy Hack: Irrigating Your Ostomy Bag Using the Osto-EZ Vent
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a better way to flush your drainable ostomy bag with water every time you empty it? Here’s a cool trick using a product you may
World IBD Day 2017 – I’m Not Ok, Because You’re Not Ok.
May 19th, 2017 – It’s World IBD Day again, and I’ve taken a lot of time to reflect on what it means to me.
Join Me as I Celebrate My 4th “Stomaversary”!
It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost four years since I had my ostomy surgery!
How Often Does an Ostomy Bag Need to Be Emptied? (w/ video)
A question I get asked often is, “How many times should I be emptying my ostomy bag?”. In this post, I’ll go over various factors that can influence how often an ostomy bag needs to be emptied.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Seatbelt Protectors
As the name might imply, a stealbelt protector (also called a seatbelt cover) is an accessory that’s used to protect your stoma from impacts caused by a seatbelt.
Glossary of Ostomy Terms
Terms like, “pancaking” or “burping” may sound like they’re describing a Sunday brunch, but in reality, ostomates have many clever words to describe what’s going on in their lives. On this page, you’ll find a list of common terms that ostomates use, as well as their meaning.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Stoma Guards
Stoma guards are most commonly used to protect a stoma from an impact. They are often used by ostomates who play sports or work around equipment that …
Eakin Perform Ostomy Gelling Sachets : REVIEW
A type of product I usually recommend to ileostomates and colostomates who have loose or liquid output are gelling sachets. Eakin has their own called Perform, and that’s what I’ll
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Pouch Covers
Find out what pouch covers are for and learn some tips on how to better use them. Featuring a video overview of various pouch cover styles.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Accessory Belts
Accessory belts are a common accessory for ostomates, but it’s important to know how to use them effectively. Here’s an overview.