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SG3 Pouch Deodorant – REVIEW
I’ve been trying out several pouch deodorants lately, Coloplast Brava, Hollister M9 and the SG3 pouch deodorant from O.O.S Medical. I received a sample of the SG3 deodorant and I’ve
What I ate… Oct 28, 2013
I logged today’s food intake to see where I’m at nutritionally and without any supplementation. The only thing missing from my log was a wonderful hibiscus and lemon juice tea
Preparing for surgery – what to bring.
I’ll be heading in for my second surgery soon. This time it will be to remove my rectum. For my ileostomy surgery, I brought a lot of stuff to the
Stealth Belt – REVIEW
One of the issues that many ostomates face is that they’re often confronted with challenges when it comes to clothing and their new stoma. For some, having a pouch means they
What’s for dinner? Oct 21, 2013
I love simple, quick meals – especially when it’s nutritious and delicious :) Tonight I made one of those meals. It took about 15 minutes to prepare, plus whatever time
Salads – Impossible you say?
Before getting my ileostomy, I combed support forums to see what foods people were eating with their ileostomy. To my disappointment, it seems that a lot of people were avoiding
Niltac adhesive remover spray – REVIEW
Changing your ostomy appliance can result in some frustration. Some stomas don’t know how to relax and will erupt like a volcano in Pompeii. Sometimes you fumble with your supplies.
Protein : The What, Why and How
Protein, especially post-op, is an important element to healing. Not getting enough HIGH-QUALITY protein could delay your wound healing and/or create complications for you after your surgery.
Late night snack – Oct 12, 2013 – Sandwiches and a salad.
Boy do I love food. After five years of having Crohn’s-related pains from eating, I REALLY enjoy food now, more than ever! I’ve been experimenting more with raw fruits and
Open the floodgates – my food options have increased!
I’m finally 6 weeks post ileostomy surgery and I’ve been cleared to start introducing more foods into my diet. So to celebrate, my wife and I went to a great
Phase two of my surgical journey starts now
So the countdown begins for my rectum removal. This will be part two of my overall colectomy and I’m counting down the days to have all the “bad parts” out.
Ostomy liners – a second thought
I’ve really been racking my brain over how to get these ostomy liners to work for me – especially after having to use a porta-potty and a very awkward public
Don’t Feel Sorry That I Have an Ostomy
“Is your ostomy permanent?” I’ve come across that question many times since having my ostomy, but it seems that when I answer that question (with a “yes”, obviously), I get
Russell Elleven: Interview
I’m so happy to be bringing you this interview with Rev. Russell Elleven, DMin, BCC, CWP, “The Minister of Health”. I was contact by Russell very soon after I started my
What Causes Crohn’s Disease? (Humor)
As I listened to a podcast from my friend Stephen Dempster on the blog Behind the Times, he raised a good point that immediately got my tired brain working. He stated
Got Diarrhea? Green Banana!
Hopefully, the title will make sense by the end of this post!
Laughing at Crohn’s Disease
How do you cope when you’re stuck with a chronic illness or life-changing surgery? For me, it’s got to be humor; not just chuckling at random jokes, but deliberately making
Jessica Grossman: Interview
Jan 2015 – Jessica Grossman is the founder and spokesperson for the ostomy awareness campaign, Uncover Ostomy. Founded in 2009, Jessica and the campaign work to change the negative conversation