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The forgotten challenge of living with an ostomy: costly medical supplies
Every day all over the world, ostomates are faced with unrelenting expenses.
7 things I've learned from ileostomy surgery and recovery
My first meltdown happened in the hospital.
A To Your Q: What are the benefits of telehealth for ostomy care at home?
Expert help is just a phone call away.
10 everyday items for ostomates that are worth the splurge
The best things to spend money on.
ATTN GALS: Girls With Guts has a program to meet pen pal friends
You got mail... like an actual letter!
29 tweets that are so funny you'll wish you wrote them
Craving more ostomy humor?
Nobody decorates a pumpkin or a pouch better than an ostomate
So many gave us a treat with their Halloween costumes.
I never thought I'd get so acquainted with my own poo
Mr. Stoma has a mind of its own.
8 humble reminders of why life with an ostomy is worth living to the fullest
Every struggle is worth it.
Only people in my inner circle know about my ostomy and that’s how I like it
I just want to be Leslie.
Get your ears around these podcasts about ostomy life
What to listen to now.
28 hilariously fitting nicknames people gave their stoma and the reasons why
Scroll through the list and enjoy!
10 messages of hope for anyone about to have ostomy surgery
Dear future ostomate, we know how difficult this surgery can be.
There are tons of ostomates with tons of tattoos on Instagram
Let's all go out and get inked. What do ya think?
Eat good, drink fluids, and be healthy during Nutrition and Hydration Week
There are plenty of things ostomates can do to maintain a good level of nutrition and hydration.
4 reasons why having an ostomy can be exhausting
Feeling tired all the time after ostomy surgery?
21 things you can do, become, and achieve with an ostomy
"We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now."
With these 10 must-pack items in your carry-on bag, you'll be ready for anything
Your go-to travel size ostomy products.
Just a reminder that you are strong, resilient, and a survivor
Your mind believes everything you tell it.
Learning the ropes to care for my new stoma one step at a time
After surgery the pain was very present, very uncomfortable, very real.
#GetYourBellyOut and Hospices of Hope team up to collect donated ostomy supplies
Give the gift of dignity this holiday season.
The funniest things Claire Webber said about living with an ostomy on Twitter
She's one of our most favorite stand-up comedians.
What I do when people say rude and unkind things about my ostomy
Bottom line, people who matter don't mind.
See what the foodies of Instagram are snacking on these days
Peek at the plates of 15 ostomates.
Lots of ostomates are loving the amazing benefits of veganism
It's World Vegan Month!
Life-altering surgery hasn't stopped me from traveling the world alone, twice
It is quite simply the best thing I have ever done.
If I can make a difference by sharing my story, I’m certainly not going to be quiet about it
Olly and I have got plenty to say about our new normal.
A To Your Q: I feel overwhelmed with an ostomy — what can I do to feel better?
Expert advice for ostomates when it's all too much.