Stoma names: The potential positives of naming your stoma
I did not name my first stoma. It was never mentioned by anyone to me, so it never occurred to me. I struggle...
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Your relationship with yourself: Self-compassion tips and exercises
Ways to explore and exercise self-compassion
This post ab...
Your relationship with yourself: Processing your emotions and body confidence tips
Sahara working on her relationship with herself by doing somethi...
Ostomy body image | Dear stoma, I love you because…
Dear stoma, I love you because . . .
Liking, loving, or even just accepting your stoma is often no...
Dating with an Ostomy
Dating can be hard, period. Dating with an ostomy is even harder. When do you bring it up? How ...
Ostomy Life – A progress report for stoma surgery
It’s time for a progress report on my ostomy life.
I can’t even count on one hand the number o...
Ostomates – A Guide For Maximising Festive Food Enjoyment
The festive season is a time of celebration and that goes hand in hand with enjoying food, perhaps some foods...
Swimming With A Stoma
I recently started swimming again, so, I wanted to write a blog to share my experience and tips for those who...
Nutrition and Mental Wellbeing – An Ostomate’s Guide
Roughly 1 in 6 people will experience a common mental health problem (e.g. depression) each week in the UK. There ...
Eating well during Diwali with a bowel stoma
Diwali is a wonderful celebration and some find the special foods make it an even more enjoyable time. If you...