I’m very proud to announce Ostomeme, a new project that I’ve been working on!
Ostomy
Is it an Ostomy Bag or an Ostomy Pouch??
I’ve had a few people write to me asking why I use the term “ostomy bag” when talking about ostomies, rather than “pouch”. I’d like to address this very interesting topic in this article!
Ostomy Chat with Amber Wallace (Part 2): Adapting to Change After Surgery
I had the pleasure of doing a video interview/chat with a fellow ostomate, Amber Wallace, and I’m so happy to be sharing another video in this series!
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Ostomy Chat with Amber Wallace (Part 1): The New Patient Experience
I had the pleasure of doing a video interview/chat with a fellow ostomate, Amber Wallace, and I’m so happy to be sharing this new series with you!
Read moreOstomy Chat with Amber Wallace (Part 1): The New Patient Experience
Are Ostomy Pouch Liners Really Flushable or Biodegradable?
I’m an environmentalist at heart, and while I don’t claim to be perfect, I do try to be mindful of my impact.
Read moreAre Ostomy Pouch Liners Really Flushable or Biodegradable?
The “Crusting Technique” Explained! (w/ video)
You’ve probably heard of the “crusting technique” if you’ve had your ostomy for a while. But what is it and does it actually work?
In this article, I’ll be answering those questions and more!
Why Do Stomas Change Their Size? (w/ video)
Anyone with an ostomy will tell you that sometimes their stoma will often act as if it has a mind of its own!
The Importance of Stoma Site Marking (w/ video)
Quite a few factors influence whether someone’s stoma will have a tendency to be problematic or not, and a well-placed stoma is at the top of the list of things that can help.
