by Aleesha Verma

My Experiences With Homemade Indian Remedies For Ulcerative Colitis

by Aleesha Verma

Aleesha has lots of well-meaning friends and family around her, but some of their suggestions during her battle with ulcerative colitis were quite frustrating. Homemade remedies were never going to ‘cure’ her disease. Read on to learn about her experience.

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Categories: Diet and Nutrition

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 Katie May Chesworth

The Ostomy Influencers Spreading Positivity During COVID-19

by Katie May Chesworth

Katie has found inspiration and encouragement from her fellow ostomates online during the coronavirus pandemic. Here she provides an overview of her favourite influencers and shares why finding positivity is so important.

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Categories: Mental Health

by Nathan Wheeler

You Don’t Have To Be Lonely When You Have A Stoma

by Nathan Wheeler

Living with a stoma can often leave people feeling isolated, but that needn’t be the case. Nathan discusses the loneliness he felt before finding support online from fellow ostomates and stoma support groups.

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Categories: Mental Health

by Stephie Simpson

Feeling Lonely During Coronavirus Lockdown

by Stephie Simpson

Stephie is used to spending time with others even if she often thinks of herself as a bit of a loner, but during the coronavirus lockdown she’s struggled with feelings of loneliness and has realised she needs her social circles more than she thought.

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Categories: Mental Health