by Steve White

Personal Growth As An Ostomate

by Steve White

In this month’s blog, Steve shares how even his worst experiences helped shape the person he is today, and why he looks for the positive in everything, including the pain and trauma of his emergency stoma surgery.

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Categories: Surgery, Mental Health, Relationships

by Nathan Wheeler

Stigma As A Gay Man With A Stoma

by Nathan Wheeler

Sharing his thoughts about being a gay man with a stoma, Nathan talks about dealing with stigma and how raising awareness can prevent ignorance.

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Categories: Mental Health, Relationships, Sex and Intimacy

by Nathan Wheeler

Body Image With An Ileostomy

by Nathan Wheeler

It’s Pride Month - Nathan discusses body image and how his tattoos have boosted his confidence. He shares why we should all find something to love about ourselves, and how Pride is about celebrating who we are.

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Categories: Mental Health, Relationships

by Aleesha Verma

IBD, An Ileostomy And My Relationship

by Aleesha Verma

In this blog post Aleesha shares how her long-term relationship has been affected over the years by her inflammatory bowel disease and stoma surgery.

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Categories: Relationships

by Jen McGregor

Friendships Through Chronic Illness

by Jen McGregor

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.

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Categories: Relationships