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WEBINAR: Living with an Ostomy 101 – Surviving and Thriving the First Six Months and Beyond

I had the pleasure of being a panelist during the “Living with an Ostomy 101” webinar that was hosted by Corstrata last month.

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Hollister Premier 1pc with CeraPlus: Review (w/ video)

I’m no stranger to Hollister or their product offering, but the Premier one-piece with CeraPlus piqued my interest due to some interesting benefits.

2017 – My Personal Year in Review

It’s pretty much tradition that I highlight some of the standout moments of the year, so without further adieu, here’s what 2017 looked like!

Dealing with Ostomy Product Overload! (w/ video)

Ostomy surgery can be stressful, even when you’re prepared. In this article, I explain how to prevent product overload!

B. Braun Flexima 1-piece Drainable Ostomy Bag : REVIEW (w/ video)

Find out what makes the Flexima one-piece by B. Braun a great ostomy appliance in this full review.

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A Practical Guide to Ostomy Filter Stickers (w/ video)

When I was a new ostomate, I remember seeing sheets of stickers included with my ostomy bags and had no idea what they were for.

How to Burp an Ostomy Bag (w/ video)

The term “burping” isn’t something you’d expect to go hand in hand with ostomy care, but it is something that ileostomates and colostomates should familiarize themselves with.

Featured on the Guts and Glory Podcast! Ups and Downs of Being an Ostomate

I got meet up with two great gals to discuss life with an ostomy on their “Guts and Glory” podcast!

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Ostomy Adventure! 360° Tour of the Universal Studios Orlando GardenWalk/CityWalk

Have an adventure with your ostomy! My guided 360° virtual tour of the Universal Studios Orlando Garden and CityWalk.

Ostomy Accessories Guide: Support Garments

Ostomy support garments, as the name implies, are a group of accessories designed to help support the weight of an ostomy appliance.

Ostomy Accessories Guide: Undergarments

Ostomy undergarments are a special clothing option designed specifically for people who have an ostomy.

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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.

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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.