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Nutrition with a colostomy
Hear from Sinead our Dietician and Nutritional Advisor My name is Sinead McParland. I am a dietitian and nutritional advisor…
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We don’t believe having a stoma should define you. We believe it’s just a small part of a bigger life. You will find clinical advice and inspirational blogs from other ostomates and carers, all designed to help you live well with a stoma.
If you have a stoma, know someone with a stoma or care for someone with a stoma, this is the place for you.
Our clinical advice covers everything from pre-op to recovery to getting back to everyday life. You will find blogs, infographics and articles in each of these journey stages.
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The five stages of grief following ostomy surgery
I’ve had many amazing experiences in life, thanks to my ostomy! It has been nearly 5 years since I’ve got…
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My son was just 9 weeks when he had colostomy surgery
While caring for my son can be tough and challenging at times the experience has been deeply enriching for me…
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It’s a Start
Bringing comfort and clarity to the what, why and how of impending ostomy surgery.
A New Way Forward
The first 90 days. A Helping hand with you through recovery, adjustment, getting familiar with your stoma care routine and easing back into being and feeling yourself.
To a Bigger Life
Settling in. Support, ideas, encouragement and experiences to help you live a bigger life. Advice on returning to work, travel and getting back to your hobbies and interests.
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2 years member
Happy 2nd anniversary! Can you believe it's been 2 years since you joined? Thank you for being part of the…
When you care for someone with a stoma it can be a challenge both physically and mentally as you adjust to the new situation. These articles provide support and advice covering everything from stoma management to common concerns to help you and the person your caring for life your bigger life.
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