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INSPIRATION
Yulady's uplifting words and beautiful poses are sure to inspire you
By OC Editors
Jan 26, 2022
LIFESTYLE
The benefit of blending fruits and vegetables when you have an ostomy.
By OC Editors
Jan 24, 2022
CULTURE
ATTN GALS: Girls With Guts has a program to meet pen pal friends
By OC Editors
Nov 28, 2021
CULTURE
29 tweets that are so funny you'll wish you wrote them
By OC Editors
Nov 5, 2021
CULTURE
Nobody decorates a pumpkin or a pouch better than an ostomate
By OC Editors
Oct 31, 2021
INSPIRATION
8 humble reminders of why life with an ostomy is worth living to the fullest
By OC Editors
Oct 27, 2021
CULTURE
Get your ears around these podcasts about ostomy life
By OC Editors
Sep 6, 2021
CULTURE
28 hilariously fitting nicknames people gave their stoma and the reasons why
By OC Editors
Sep 5, 2021
INSPIRATION
10 messages of hope for anyone about to have ostomy surgery
By OC Editors
Aug 29, 2021
CULTURE
There are tons of ostomates with tons of tattoos on Instagram
By OC Editors
Jul 17, 2021
LIFESTYLE
Eat good, drink fluids, and be healthy during Nutrition and Hydration Week
By OC Editors
Jun 14, 2021
LIFESTYLE
4 reasons why having an ostomy can be exhausting
By OC Editors
Mar 1, 2021
INSPIRATION
21 things you can do, become, and achieve with an ostomy
By OC Editors
Jan 18, 2021
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With these 10 must-pack items in your carry-on bag, you'll be ready for anything
By OC Editors
Sep 16, 2020
CULTURE
The funniest things Claire Webber said about living with an ostomy on Twitter
By OC Editors
Nov 10, 2019
CULTURE
See what the foodies of Instagram are snacking on these days
By OC Editors
Nov 6, 2019
CULTURE
Lots of ostomates are loving the amazing benefits of veganism
By OC Editors
Nov 1, 2019
CULTURE
10 active ostomates on Instagram who love cycling
By OC Editors
Oct 4, 2019
CULTURE
Four powerful and touching books about thriving with a chronic illness
By OC Editors
Oct 3, 2019
CULTURE
6 things you can do in October to promote ostomy awareness
By OC Editors
Oct 1, 2019
CULTURE
These moms are very proud of their kids with Hirschsprung’s disease — and so are we
By OC Editors
Sep 24, 2019
INSPIRATION
Three beautiful quotes about what it means to be an ostomate
By OC Editors
Sep 15, 2019
ADVOCACY
There’s a patient-led neighborhood for anyone with colorectal cancer in Colontown
By OC Editors
Sep 9, 2019
CULTURE
FYI: 10 fun facts about Paul Riome
By OC Editors
Aug 28, 2019
CULTURE
Four books on thriving after ostomy surgery to put on your reading list
By OC Editors
Aug 4, 2019
CULTURE
6 signs that clearly prove you love your ostomy WAY TOO MUCH
By OC Editors
Aug 3, 2019
CULTURE
7 awkward friendships you might have if you're an ostomate
By OC Editors
Jul 28, 2019
LIFESTYLE
10 everyday items for ostomates that are worth the splurge
By OC Editors
Jul 12, 2019
CULTURE
Here's how a few ostomates on Instagram spent Fourth of July
By OC Editors
Jul 4, 2019
ADVOCACY
12 incredible facts about the United Ostomy Associations of America
By OC Editors
Jun 21, 2019
CULTURE
Five summer camp programs for kids and teens with ostomies
By OC Editors
Jun 20, 2019
CULTURE
Three books everyone with an ostomy should read and recommend
By OC Editors
May 1, 2019
CULTURE
10 outstanding things WOC Nurses have done for the ostomy community
By OC Editors
Apr 17, 2019
CULTURE
From bluesman and keynote speaker to comedian and entertainer, Luke Escombe is no ordinary performer
By OC Editors
Apr 8, 2019
CULTURE
14 of the funniest remarks from ostomates that'll make you LOL
By OC Editors
Mar 26, 2019
CULTURE
Only ostomates can truly appreciate these text messages sent during recovery
By OC Editors
Mar 12, 2019
NEWS
Facts and figures on colorectal cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
By OC Editors
Mar 1, 2019
CULTURE
The most inspirational women in history who have achieved great things with an ostomy
By OC Editors
Mar 1, 2019
CULTURE
14 ostomates on Instagram who love their pets more than anything
By OC Editors
Feb 20, 2019
CULTURE
FYI: 10 fun facts about Dwight D. Eisenhower
By OC Editors
Feb 18, 2019
CULTURE
These thoughtful gestures shared by OC readers show that kindness starts with one
By OC Editors
Feb 17, 2019
CULTURE
Take a look at how these passionate women are wearing the color of love
By OC Editors
Feb 14, 2019
CULTURE
Start following these 18 amazing 'mates' from Australia on Instagram
By OC Editors
Jan 26, 2019
CULTURE
Is cursing out your ostomy ever appropriate on Twitter? These li'l bluebirds say eff yeah
By OC Editors
Jan 18, 2019
CULTURE
These ostomates use Instagram to show their athletic abilities and raise awareness
By OC Editors
Dec 27, 2018
CULTURE
These stand-up comics will have you laughing so hard you’ll pee your bag
By OC Editors
Dec 22, 2018
ADVOCACY
7 Instagram posts on the importance of raising awareness about inflammatory bowel disease
By OC Editors
Dec 8, 2018
INSPIRATION
Shelby Hansen on being 18 with an ostomy and finding faith
By OC Editors
Dec 7, 2018
INSPIRATION
7 kind things you can say to any ostomate to make their day brighter
By OC Editors
Nov 13, 2018
CULTURE
15 priceless posts from some of the most entertaining people on Twitter
By OC Editors
Nov 9, 2018
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