A question I get asked often is, “How many times should I be emptying my ostomy bag?”.
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Ostomy Accessories Guide: Seatbelt Protectors
As the name might imply, a stealbelt protector (also called a seatbelt cover) is an accessory that’s used to protect your stoma from impacts caused by a seatbelt.
Glossary of Ostomy Terms
Terms like, “pancaking” or “burping” may sound like they’re describing a Sunday brunch, but in reality, ostomates have many clever words to describe what’s going on in their lives.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Stoma Guards
Stoma guards are most commonly used to protect a stoma from an impact. They are often used by ostomates who play sports or work around equipment that …
Eakin Perform Ostomy Gelling Sachets : REVIEW
A type of product I usually recommend to ileostomates and colostomates who have loose or liquid output are gelling sachets. Eakin has their own called Perform, and that’s what I’ll be covering in this review!
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Pouch Covers
Find out what pouch covers are for and learn some tips on how to better use them. Featuring a video overview of various pouch cover styles.
Ostomy Accessories Guide: Accessory Belts
Accessory belts are a common accessory for ostomates, but it’s important to know how to use them effectively. Here’s an overview.
Salts Confidence Natural Advance 1pc Ostomy Appliance: REVIEW (w/ video)
When I think about innovation in ostomy products, one brand that comes to mind quite often is Salts. In this review, I’ll be looking at their Confidence Natural Advance system.
Ostomy Hack: Irrigating Your Ostomy Bag Using the Osto-EZ Vent
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a better way to flush your drainable ostomy bag with water every time you empty it? Here’s a cool trick using a product you may already be familiar with.
Stealth Belt vs. ComfortBelt: Which Ostomy Support Belt is Best? (w/ video)
Stealth Belt or ComfortBelt? I get asked which belt is better about 22346145 times a day (more or less), so it’s time to finally put these heavyweights in the ring and see who comes out on top!