As an athlete, fire performer, and martial arts instructor post-surgery, I needed something more than a pouch. I needed gear that would keep me moving... Continue reading
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Tag: living with an ostomy
Living with an ostomy for the past 16 years, I’ve learned a lot about how food affects output—especially when you’re trying to avoid frequent bag... Continue reading
Together, we explore how an ostomy belt can transform everyday life for ostomates, offering greater security, reduced skin irritation, and improved quality of life. Joy... Continue reading
On a hot summer day in June, I stood at the bottom of the Koko Head trail in Hawaii, staring up at what looked like... Continue reading
💡 Medical Insight: Experts from the United Ostomy Associations of America confirm that ostomy pouch systems are water-resistant and engineered not to leak when properly... Continue reading
Donavan Lawless isn’t just a professional bodybuilder and devoted father — he’s a decorated military veteran who faced the challenge of living with an ostomy... Continue reading
I never imagined my wedding day could feel so vulnerable. Months after my ostomy surgery, I was terrified: Would my stoma leak? Would I feel... Continue reading
A parastomal hernia—where the intestine bulges around the stoma—is one of the most common complications post-ostomy, affecting up to 50% of patients over time. These... Continue reading
If you’ve recently had ostomy surgery or are supporting someone who has, you’ve probably come across the term “ostomy belt.” But what exactly is it,... Continue reading
In 2008, after a long and difficult battle with Crohn’s disease, Richard O’Hamill underwent ostomy surgery—a major turning point that would change his life and... Continue reading
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