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Ostomy Chat with Amber Wallace (Part 3): Answering Questions About Ostomy Life
In this vide, we laugh and talk about some of the “silly” questions we asked about our surgery, as well as some of the questions we’ve received about living with an ostomy.
Introducing: Ostomeme!
Announcing a humor website designed specifically for patients who are chronically ill and/or who live with an ostomy!
Is it an Ostomy Bag or an Ostomy Pouch??
Describing the medical appliance that someone living with an ostomy would wear, is it better to call it an “ostomy bag” or an “ostomy pouch”?
Ostomy Chat with Amber Wallace (Part 2): Adapting to Change After Surgery
Discussing strategies on how to adapt to life after ostomy surgery with two experienced ostomates. This is part 2 of 3 in the series.
#IBDAdvocacytag!
I was tagged by my friend Megan, The Front Butt YouTuber to be part of her IBD Advocacy Tag campaign – so I did!
Ostomy Chat with Amber Wallace (Part 1): The New Patient Experience
Talking about the new ostomy patient experience and tips on how to better adapt and cope with the new changes.
Are Ostomy Pouch Liners Really Flushable or Biodegradable?
In this article, I explore the claims made by ostomy pouch liner manufacturers and look at whether these products are as flushable or biodegradable as they’re made out to be.
Featured: Guts & Glory Podcast! Talking Veganism, Sex, and Why Men Aren’t Health Advocates
I did a second podcast with Guts & Glory!
The “Crusting Technique” Explained! (w/ video)
If you have raw and weepy skin around your stoma, you may be told to use the “crusting technique”. This article (and video) will explain more.
Why Do Stomas Change Their Size? (w/ video)
Most stomas will change their size or shape over the course of someone’s lifetime. Here are the reasons, as well as some tips to help manage.
The Importance of Stoma Site Marking (w/ video)
Quite a few factors influence whether someone’s stoma will have a tendency to be problematic or not, and a well-placed stoma is at the top of the list of things that can help.
Introducing: Videos!
I’m happy to be unveiling my latest website addition: The Videos Page!
Sophie of I Am Denim: Interview
Sophie is an ileostomate and Founder of I Am Denim! Her company is the first clothing brand in the world to create inclusive, revolutionary denim jeans for after abdominal surgery, specifically catering to the needs of ostomates.
My Trip to the WOCN Conference 2018!
I went to the WOCN Conference as an ostomy patient!
Ostomy Questions Answered: Reversals? Intimacy? Surgical Complications? (video)
In this video, we explore audience questions about ostomy reversal surgery, intimacy after surgery, and more!
Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Canada vs. USA (video)
Exploring the Similarities & Differences in IBD Diagnosis, Treatment, & Care Between the U.S. and Canada. (Video)
World IBD Day 2018: Why IBD Advocacy is Important
Why is World IBD Day, or IBD advocacy in general, important? It really isn’t… until it is.
Life With an Ostomy: Becoming Your Own Advocate (video)
Advocating for someone else is easy, but advocating for yourself isn’t. In this video, I explore strategies for becoming your own advocate.
Ostomy Travel: Hello, Regina!
I visited Saskatchewan for the time first! The reason for my trip was because I had been invited to speak during the “Power of You” ostomy education event sponsored by the Regina Ostomy Chapter.
Healthevoices 2018: Saying Hi to Old Friends for the First Time!
I had the opportunity to experience my second HealtheVoices conference and I’m excited to share those moments with you.