by Megan Stevens
10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Stoma Surgery
Sarah shares ten things she wishes she knew before stoma surgery, sharing 10 key insights on recovery, emotions, confidence and finding support after surgery.
Surgery
by Shelley
Two Marathons With a Stoma: Shelley's Story
In this blog, Shelley shares her experience running two marathons with a stoma bag.
Movement and Exercise
by Sarah Smith
Ulcerative Colitis, Fertility & Me
In this blog, Sarah shares her experience living with ulcerative colitis and navigating fertility as a same‑sex couple. Read about Sarah’s journey through IVF, pregnancy loss, shared motherhood and the premature birth of her daughter.
Chronic Illness and Disability
by Elle Adams
From Sudden Symptoms to Diagnosis: Living With Fowler’s Syndrome
Elle shares her experience going to bed healthy and waking up with bladder failure. Read about her journey getting diagnosed with Fowler's Syndrome.
Chronic Illness and Disability
by Elle Adams
My Journey with Intermittent Self-Catheterisation (ISC)
Elle shares her personal journey of starting ISC, navigating the physical and emotional challenges, and ultimately finding strength and freedom through self-catheterisation. From the first daunting attempts to confidently managing ISC in everyday life.
Tips and Advice
by Nathan Wheeler
Headbanging with a Stoma: My Download Festival Experience
Going to a festival with a Stoma can be scary, but it doesn't have to be! Here you can read about Nathan's experience at Download Festival and some of the things he did to get the most out of the his time there.
Tips and Advice