Navigating talking about your stoma | by Rachel

Having stoma surgery is alot to physically and mentally get your head around. The journey you go through in being able to return to the activities your daily life requires of you takes its toll. There is suddenly new equipment to take with you, things to allow for, and a new bodily function to contend with. On top of all this, you may start being asked questions from friends, family or colleagues. Here are my top tips on how to navigate this:

Know your boundaries

Handling awkward moments 

How to start a conversation 

Who should you tell

In conclusion