Relationships

Rachael’s long-term partner was unfortunately far from supportive when she became ill and had stoma surgery. In this blog post, she shares how it all came to an end.

Jay is a passionate advocate for the ostomy community but has recently taken some time to reflect on her attitude towards her own stoma and has been surprised by what she’s found.

Billie has experienced the feelings of isolation that come with IBD and having a stoma. After surgery, she took to social media where a whole community of people welcomed her and she no longer felt alone. Billie now uses her voice to help others.

With World Friendship Day on her mind, Jay shares some of her experiences with those who couldn’t support her through her illness and stoma surgery.

Jen’s friendships have seen her through some tough times. In this blog she shares her best advice for maintaining friendships through periods of ill health and how to build bonds that last a lifetime.

Michelle keeps her friendship circles small but thanks to social media she knows there’ll always be someone there for her, even in the middle of the night.