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!
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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.
WEBINAR: Living with an Ostomy 101 – Surviving and Thriving the First Six Months and Beyond
I had the pleasure of being a panelist during the “Living with an Ostomy 101” webinar that was hosted by Corstrata last month.
Dealing with Ostomy Product Overload! (w/ video)
Ostomy surgery can be stressful, even when you’re prepared.
How to Burp an Ostomy Bag (w/ video)
The term “burping” isn’t something you’d expect to go hand in hand with ostomy care, but it is something that ileostomates and colostomates should familiarize themselves with.
