IT'S A START
Bringing comfort and clarity to the what, why and how of an impending Ostomy surgery.
A stoma shouldn't define you, it's
just a small part of a bigger life.
JOURNEY STAGE
NEW WAY FORWARD
The first 90 days. Helping hand, with you through recovery, adjustment and easing back into being and feeling yourself.
TO A BIGGER LIFE
Settling in. Support, ideas, encouragement and experiences all on offer. Lifetime members welcome!
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A Bigger Life
What to do with unused ostomy supplies
Don't throw out old unused ostomy products, instead donate them to a local ostomy support group. Within the time of living with a stoma the vast majority of people try lots of different products. There will be a time that you will have some unwanted stock that you aren't sure what to do with.
A Bigger Life
Video: Living a bigger life with an ostomy
We’re here for anyone around the world whose life has been touched by a stoma, offering support, advice and encouragement. Whether you have impending ostomy surgery or you’ve been an ostomate for 50 years!
Saleem Juma
Tips for getting through college
If you’re in college like myself with an ostomy, or are getting ready to go off to college; chances are you’ve thought about how you’re going to deal with everyday college life and your ostomy.
New Way Forward
Where can I find my local stoma care nurse?
Stoma care nurses have been around for about 30 years, if you had your surgery pre 30 years ago you probably aren't aware where you can find your local stoma nurse. Read more for hints and tips about how to find your local nurse.
Lorraine Patrick
Dealing with sore skin around your stoma
I wanted to share with you my tips for dealing with sore skin. At some point most of you have probably had sore or itchy skin in the area around the stoma where the flange sits. Read more for hints and tips on managing sore skin.
Latest Articles
Not everyone copes with having an ostomy in the same way
There is no one type of person who will have an ostomy, therefore not everyone will cope with an ostomy in the same way. People will have different levels of acceptance and openness about their ostomy.
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Aneica
My experience of mucocutaneous separation
Some of you may have seen my Fixers project on UTV on the 7th of September. It was recorded approx. 8 weeks ago where I looked healthy and had everything going for me after my previous two operations. I like to be complicated lol!!! 5 weeks ago I was admitted to hospital long story short I am now 3 weeks post operation with a new stoma Cooper (RIP BOB 😉).
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Where can I find my local stoma care nurse?
Stoma care nurses have been around for about 30 years, if you had your surgery pre 30 years ago you probably aren't aware where you can find your local stoma nurse. Read more for hints and tips about how to find your local nurse.
Read More
Living a bigger life with an ostomy
We’re here for anyone around the world whose life has been touched by a stoma, offering support, advice and encouragement. Whether you have impending ostomy surgery or you’ve been an ostomate for 50 years!
Read More
What to do with unused ostomy supplies
Don't throw out old unused ostomy products, instead donate them to a local ostomy support group.
Read More
Intimacy for gay men with an ostomy
Having a stoma can affect anyone at anytime, anywhere in the world. The same concerns and anxieties are present in gay or lesbian relationships but the challenges for people who belong to the LBGTQ community may be slightly different to those who are straight.
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Managing a stoma with multiple health conditions
For some people their stoma is only a small part of multiple other health conditions that you might be experiencing. Sarah shares her hints and tips to help you manage your stoma amongst other health problems.
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