StomaCloak has been marketed to offer something beyond a standard ostomy pouch cover. I have been lucky enough to have received one by StomaCloak, and I’d like to give a product overview in this post.
Ostomy related problems
Showering With an Ostomy (w/ Video)
When you’re a new ostomate, the inevitable questions about showering tend to come up: Can I get my appliance wet? Should I remove my appliance? Will water hurt my stoma? Fortunately, these questions are pretty easy to answer, but there are certain considerations to keep in mind.
Dealing with Ostomy Supply Costs in Canada
Unlike some other countries, where ostomy supplies are provided for free or at a very low-cost, Canadians usually have to pay out-of-pocket. This can lead to financial stress and anxiety, but there are several strategies that I’ve found to help keep costs to a minimum.
Eakin Cohesive Seals (“Eakin Rings”) – REVIEW (w/ video)
One of the most recognized products in the ostomy world are Eakin Cohesive Seals.
Guide to Shaving around Your Stoma: Ostomy Tips
I came across an interesting question on an ostomy support forum, which I really hadn’t expected anyone to ask.
My Ostomy Travel Kit – March 2015 Edition! (w/ video)
An ostomy EDC (every day carry) kit is priceless if you’re faced with an emergency leak or bag change while out of your home. When I put together my 2014 EDC kit, I had a few extras in there that I thought I might need soon after surgery. In this post, I’ll give you a run down of my 2015 travel kit with tips on how to put together your own.