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Welcome @gardengypsy and @mystery1229. @gardengypsy I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling right now. I had issues in the beginning, too, so don't...

I don't know which are specifically available in the UK, but I've had these within the last year or two: Webber Naturals Vegan Protein Powder, 4-Pla...

@ryan Thanks for the tips! And welcome to the forums :)

I've been able to try quite a few brands and flavors of protein powders over the last few years. A few observations (remember, though, I don't drink...

Trio is hard to get in Canada, but there are other alternatives like THIS. The Diamond sachets are quite good, and the black color is charcoal, whic...

Hi Suzanne, you can order directly from the company website at

You're welcome, Beks. 🤗

Wonderful advice, Roddy! Thanks for sharing that.

Such a fascinating observation. Some of the stuff our bodies do is truly amazing. When it works, it seems to know exactly what to do, even if we can't...

That's wild! Wow. It honestly pains me the length that many of us still have to go through just to get supplies that are a) available b) affordable...

Welcome to the forum @alexanderuk. I do have a few suggestions regarding your bag. Make sure that you're using an extended wear wafer. This is ...

Welcome, Sid! Yeah, products can vary from region to region. Hopefully, @bago sent you in the right direction for what you're looking for. I'm a...

@squeakyandliza I mean, they most certainly can be used to fill gaps, and I'm sure many people have success with them doing that, but it also depends ...

Ok, this might be a clue. Barrier rings aren't designed to fill gaps like stoma paste is designed to. I'm not surprised that it's melting, which does ...

@squeakyandliza I'm so sorry that you're going through that. I went through a time where I was changing my appliance way more often than I wanted and ...

Yes, I think a diaper rash cream might be an option. However, rashes have a nasty way of spreading and/or getting worse, so if you can schedule a cons...

@erika Thank you for your update. I would feel just as hesitant if I went through the same, so your decision to talk with your surgeon is wise. ...

I'm glad you found us, SM! I often feel like those who have a temporary stoma have a harder time dealing with it compared to those who have a perma...

That is actually quite interesting and makes sense. Consider it as an option to find the cause of your blockage, but only after speaking with your doc...