The stoma care advice you want

What many people don’t realise is that stoma care is rarely static. Over time, life changes and so does your stoma.

Few people have heard of Hirschsprung’s disease (HD), a rare condition that can have a life-changing impact from birth.

From home stays to safaris, and learning how to surf, this blog shares my experiences of travelling Sri Lanka with a stoma.

This is how I navigated my trip to Disneyland with a stoma. From rides to finding toilets, and great tips to help you feel prepared for your own trip.

I went from going to the gym 6 days a week to a hospital bed for 19 days. Life with a stoma wasn’t something I planned for but it’s the reason I am still here.

Depending on the circumstances surrounding your stoma surgery, you may have a number of questions to ask.

Life with a stoma doesn’t mean giving up the things you love.

I was super worried after stoma surgery about how I would return to work.

After the colossal challenge of stoma surgery itself comes the need to integrate back into life. It takes courage, bravery and a little bit of confidence, but with time we all hope to get there.

Living with a stoma changes your life: physically, mentally and emotionally.

Getting active after stoma surgery can feel like a really daunting prospect.

The first time travelling with a stoma can leaving you feeling a little bit anxious.