Tag: ostomy
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Dressing With An Ostomy – My Story With Clothes Since Surgery
WithI found out I was having surgery and an ileostomy the day before it happened, It all happened pretty quickly but as I had been a member of a few IBD support groups for about 8 months by then, I felt a little calmer and more assured after seeing so many amazing people still living…
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The Spoonie Mummy Reviews – Brava Protective Sheets
Good morning! I know I usually post my hit or miss post on a Monday but I have been super busy and didn’t get chance yesterday but I am really excited to share my new discovery with you fellow ostomates! So, I have spoken before about how I help protect my skin using the Brava…
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It’s Not A Competition And We Can Wear White!
This is something I wrote yesterday on my Facebook page after seeing this post and the responses. I’m not sure whether this post was written in a celebratory manner or not but there were lots of derogatory comments about Sam Faiers and ‘how ill’ she is. Now I don’t agree with all she has said…
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The Spoonie Mummy Reviews – Phew!
Hello lovelies! I hope you are all having a good start to the week, I didn’t sleep very well but pushing through and getting some jobs done. So pleased to see the sunshine and it’s set to be a lovely weather week! I was added on Twitter by Phew! a couple of weeks ago. Take…
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The Spoonie Mummy Reviews – Stoma Style
Since the weather has started improving I’ve had some issues with underneath my stoma bag getting sweaty, especially when I wear high waisted trousers. This makes me uncomfortable and even though it’s not smelly it is unpleasant to feel ‘damp’ underneath my bag and I worry it could cause issues with the bag sticking to…
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Stoma Mail
When I had first had my operation one of the most amazing things was the support I received from people in the IBD and Ostomy communities. From the visit from wonderful Lauren from Purple Wings, to mailed gifts from far and wide to so many messages from people checking up on me – it all…
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To Reverse Or Not To Reverse, That Is The Question
When my stoma was formed last year, my surgeon told me that there was a possibility of a reversal in the future. There are many factors for me that will influence whether this could go ahead including the medication I am on and have been on, how things have settled with the stoma, how my…
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My Stoma Bag Changing Routine
Tonight I thought I would share my stoma bag changing routine with you! I change my bag every evening after my shower. Some people choose to leave their bag on longer and change once every 3 to 4 days. It’s personal preference and what you skin can cope with as this varies from person to…
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