{"id":3303,"date":"2025-05-23T11:28:15","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T11:28:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eakinostomy.com\/?page_id=3303"},"modified":"2025-11-13T11:18:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T11:18:38","slug":"stoma-support-advice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eakinostomy.com\/GB\/stoma-support-advice\/","title":{"rendered":"Stoma support & advice"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Stoma support & advice<\/mark><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re preparing for stoma surgery or adjusting to life afterwards, we’re here for you. Find expert advice, helpful resources, and compassionate guidance to help you feel confident at every stage of your journey.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Before stoma surgery<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Facing stoma surgery can feel like a leap into the unknown \u2013 but don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ve got your back (and your belly). From what to pack to what to expect, this is your go-to guide for getting prepped, staying calm, and feeling a bit more in control.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n Get prepped <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Living with a stoma<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Food and drink after stoma surgery<\/h4>\n
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Eating with a stoma doesn\u2019t have to be a guessing game. Discover practical tips, tasty ideas, and what to watch out for to keep your digestion happy and your meals enjoyable.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n Discover tasty tips <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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Sex, relationships and dating<\/h4>\n
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Stomas and love life? Absolutely. Explore advice on feeling comfortable, confident, and ready to connect \u2013 because intimacy is for everyone.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n Explore intimacy tips <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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Travel with a stoma<\/h4>\n
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Adventure awaits \u2013 stoma and all! From packing hacks to airport survival tips, we\u2019ll help you travel confidently without letting your stoma slow you down.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n Pack like a pro <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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Managing your stoma<\/h4>\n
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From changing your bag to dealing with leaks and skin care, we offer straightforward advice to help you manage your stoma with ease and confidence every day.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n Master your routine <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Thriving beyond today:<\/strong> You have the power of choice as you navigate managing your stoma through chemotherapy.<\/p>\n

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You\u2019ve come through a lot so far. From finding out your diagnosis, to telling family and friends plus treatment beginning \u2013 it can feel like a lot all at once.<\/p>\n

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Tune in to our podcast, Beyond the Pouch<\/strong>, where ostomates share the triumphs and struggles that have shaped their stoma journey’s. \ud83c\udfa7<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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