Five very good reasons why it's awesome to have an ostomy
Now I feel it's my turn to spread the good word about being an ostomate.
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So much of my life has changed since having ileostomy surgery.
The psychological and emotional impact of living with an ostomy
This surgery can affect how ostomates perceive themselves.
Reflections on an early morning in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day
This comic was my anthem. My ode to badassery.
Learning the ropes to care for my new stoma one step at a time
One day after surgery the pain was very present, very uncomfortable, very real.
An ostomy for better or worse? It all depends on your perspective
I want to believe that every change in life is meant for good.
10 things I wish I could go back and tell myself before getting an ostomy
I thank my ostomy for enabling me to live my life to the fullest.
What I do when people say rude and unkind things about my ostomy
Bottom line... people who matter don't mind.
The worst part is that I knew surgery was coming and there’s nothing I can do to slow it down or stop it
I never say this, but I’m not okay. And that scares me.
An open letter to my stoma, six months after colostomy surgery
I’ve never been ashamed to have you by my side.
I’ve accepted my ostomy bag as a constant, noisy, mortifying, life-saving companion
Farting into plastic bags — it's not what you think.
THIS HAPPENED: My bag flew off my body and splashed (truly, splashed) onto the floor
Growing through the failures of my ostomy.
Q&A with Wil Walker, RN: Exercise your fitness options with these tips for ostomates
Thinking about exercising after ostomy surgery? You can do it!
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.”
Ask Dr. Schiller: What is the Kock Pouch procedure and how does it work?
There is no external pouching system with this continent ileostomy option.
With these 10 must-pack items in your carry-on bag, you'll be ready for anything
Your go-to travel size ostomy products.
THIS HAPPENED: I called the hospital's emergency response team to care for my daughter
If you won't advocate for your child, who will?
10 "stoma-licious" reasons why I'll always love my ostomy
I've done so much living since becoming an ostomate.
Q&A with Myra Varnado, RN: What you should know about pre and post-operative ostomy care
There's no one-size-fits-all approach but these takeaways can help.
For all of the crap us cancer people go through, there is some serious silver lining in the whole deal
A blessing, if you will. Or perhaps, a curse?
RANT: To say I am raging with airport security is a f***ing understatement!
More privacy and understanding is required for people in my situation.
Six frequently asked questions about ostomy support belts and hernia belts
Nu-Hope has the right belt for you.