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Ostomy
The Technology That Keeps (sick) People Connected
This post has been on my mind for a while, but as I’ve just sold a phone that’s been with me through some of the most difficult times in my life, I’m reminded about just how fortunate we are to have access to these portable devices when we are sick.
Montreal Ostomy Gel Plus Lubricating Deodorant: REVIEW
Combating ostomy odor is a daily struggle for many people who have a stoma, and the problem with stool getting stuck on the top of an ostomy bag is something that many ostomates also find challenging.
Lubricating products can help, and I got my hands on a bottle of Gel Plus Lubricating Deodorant by Montreal Ostomy!
Dressing with an Ostomy: A Clothing Guide for Women
You are lucky to be a lady! Smart, strong, beautiful, and you’ve got a heck of a lot of clothing options!
This four part guide will give you ideas on how to dress with an ostomy. It will also inspire you!
The Art of Emptying an Ostomy Bag (w/ video)
One skill that every ostomate has to learn is how to empty a bag. While it might seem pretty straightforward, I’ve come to learn of a few techniques to get the job done, I’d like to share those with you in this post.
OstomyLife Roundtable Discussion – Oct, 2015 (w/ video)
I am so honored to be joining a guest panel in a roundtable discussion being hosted by Laura Cox of Shield Healthcare!
Ostomy Appliance Won’t Stick? Here Are Some Tips (w/ video)
One of the mysteries that some ostomates encounter, is an appliance that simply won’t stick. You might think that adhesives that are designed to stick to human skin would do their job, but sometimes they don’t, and it can be frustrating to deal with.
B. Braun Flexima 3S Ostomy Wafer & Pouch: REVIEW (w/ video)
New ostomy products get me excited, and nothing excites me more than a new ostomy appliance. I’ve been fortunate enough to be the first North American patient to use the new Flexima 3S by B. Braun, and I’m so happy to be finally able to present this review.
Disclaimer: B. Braun has provided me sample products to use for this review ahead of the official, North American product launch. As with all my other reviews, I’ve received no other compensation, and my opinions are purely my own.
Untimely Leaks: OSTOMY TIPS (w/ video)
I had the unfortunate experience of an appliance leak while out, but preparedness helped me deal with it without too much trouble. Here’s a real-time, uncut video of how I handled it: