Stoma patients are quite commonly advised to name their stoma as a lighthearted way to start dealing with life as an ostomate. Many nurses will advise this for postoperative stoma patients and many do find it a useful way to begin coping, sometimes giving their stoma a humorous name by which to refer to it.…
Read moreDisabled Access Day began back in 2015 as a way to celebrate good access and opportunities for people with disabilities to try things, including sensory experiences, building access and a generally warm welcome. It takes place this year on the 10th March and it’s a fantastic initiative with a truly great motive that brings to…
Read moreAs the beast from the East continues its assault on most of the UK, now seems like a great idea to provide ostomates with advice on preparing for snowy conditions. Adverse weather conditions can affect everything so it’s important to stay prepared to avoid finding yourself in need and, of course, to ensure you stay…
Read moreWe recently came across a very brave article by a lady called Hannah Witton that outlines her experiences and tips on being intimate with a stoma bag, entitled ‘How sex changes when you have a stoma’. We know it’s something that stoma nurses are asked about regularly from patients of all ages and felt it…
Read moreOne thing that many people find after having stoma surgery is a lack of confidence, especially when it comes to dating. There is no tried and tested method for dating with after stoma surgery. However, there are some general tips and encouragements that may help ostomates to get back into dating and advice for how…
Read moreAs it’s pancake day we thought we would take the opportunity to discuss the lesser discussed ‘pancaking’ that those with a stoma often experience. So if you came here expecting tips on how to create deliciously light and fluffy pancakes, we’re sorry but you’ve come to the wrong place. It’s not a pleasant topic…
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