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I don't use any kind of skin prep and for the most part I don't recommend it to anyone really. Skin prep can interfere with the adhesion of some app...

One thing that could be very helpful when starting off on nuts, especially new types, is to let them soak for several hours or overnight. Almonds in p...

I think that because I have such a simple system with the Hollister 2pc system, it's not super difficult. However, I do find it a challenge to actual...

That is eye-opening indeed. Thank you for sharing that. I've never been a fan of sugar myself, in fact, all of the non-dairy milk we have in the hou...

Thank you for all the well wishes guys. While managing an ostomy with one functioning arm hasn't been the easiest thing, I have found some tricks th...

Before my Crohn's diagnosis, I would eat nuts literally by the ball fall. I absolutely love them all different kinds: salted, roasted, plain, you name...

@alida if you're still looking for ideas I do have an article that gives you some more things to consider:/span>

Hi Didi, I don't recommend, nor do I endorse, any kind of herbal remedies for treating Crohn's disease or other types of inflammatory bowel disease....

Best of luck with everything, Nicole. I've also checked out doctor reviews of doctors I've seen or have seen my family members, and while there is oft...

Welcome for the forums, bagbob! Ouch for that fall, but the sugar trick is a real thing!! Thanks for sharing that.

Yeah, and some rings are worse than others to handle. I haven't found a single glove that works well with anything sticky, and any that are powdered (...

Actually, yes! Someone mentioned her book about ostomies not too long ago. No doubt that the meeting will be fun :)

The tape they use for IVs is the worst. If you can't shave then I highly suggest an adhesive remover spray, like the one we can use to remove our osto...

That's really encouraging to hear, despite the need for additional surgery. Best of luck with your recovery!

It's a mini camera for when clear pouches just aren't clear enough and you've got to see what's going on with your stoma! 😂

No doubt that the pandemic has severely limited surgical options, but for long-term QOL, this would be something I'd personally consider if the leaks ...

Yeah, I received a "welcome package" with all kinds of product samples, but really only a few were appropriate for my needs. I can certainly see how n...

This looks either like an ostomy product from the past or possibly one for the future! LOL 😂

I hope your weekend went well! My son and I went for a scooter ride on Friday evening along a waterfront trail (Lake Ontario) and there must have be...