by Sarah Smith

Emergency Stoma Surgery: What I Wish I Had Known

by Sarah Smith

It’s hard to know what to expect when facing stoma surgery, especially if you don’t have enough time to research beforehand. Sarah has shared some things she wishes she’d known before her stoma formation operation.

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Categories: Surgery, Tips and Advice

by Anita Brown

Preventing Sore Skin And Leaks With A Stoma

by Anita Brown

Leaks can happen to anyone with a stoma, the best we can do is be prepared. Anita has had her stoma for nearly 4 years and is experienced with managing leaks and sore skin around her stoma. Read her blog here…

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Categories: Common Issues

by Nathan Wheeler

Getting Fit After Stoma Surgery

by Nathan Wheeler

In Nathan’s first blog of the year, he shares his top tips for getting into shape and how he started his fitness journey after stoma surgery.

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Categories: Surgery, Movement and Exercise, Mental Health

by Nick Axtell

My Biggest Support

by Nick Axtell

Nick discusses how he felt immediately after his stoma surgery and how a stoma belt impacted his confidence and life with a stoma.

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Categories: Tips and Advice

by Steve White

The Challenges Of Exercise

by Steve White

Steve is an advanced Personal Trainer and Rehab Specialist who happens to have a stoma. In this blog he shares some of his thoughts about exercise, setting goals and overcoming personal setbacks.

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Categories: Movement and Exercise

by Nick Axtell

What Happened When I Forgot My Radar Key

by Nick Axtell

Nick shares his experience of needing to use a disabled toilet while visiting the waterfalls and castle ruins of Wepre Park over the summer.

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Categories: Common Issues