It's painful only when I move…. If I hold still, I'm okay. It turns out the Brava sheets were leaving bruises. So glad I have revision surgery next Friday! Let's hope it's a GOOD Good Friday for all involved!

I was wondering, my former ostomy nurse told me that I need a lot of protein with an ostomy. So every once in a while, I use protein powder in a shake. I also eat Quest Protein chips about once a week. The spicy ones aren't bad. I do not really eat red meat. Sometimes I eat chicken, but it doesn't digest very well, so I don't know how much is absorbed. I was just wondering what others here do ...

Try saying that title 3x fast... what a mouthful!
I had my first colonoscopy since getting stomas today. I learned a lot.
1) If you use closed-end bags, you'll want a drainable bag for the prep. I knew this and planned ahead. BUT I underestimated the difficulties of using an unfamiliar bag.
It had a cool little pocket to secure the outlet, so I used it. But then the bag filled very quickly. I ...

I'd just like to get on a soapbox for a minute. I would like to encourage anyone and everyone who has an issue with their product (leakage, whatever) to please get the lot number and report it to the company. I think a lot of us have come to believe that all products will have issues, and why bother. But it is important, for you and for others. I recently had an issue with a Hollister bag, and ...

Hi all, this is my first post. A lady posted about using a Dixie cup while showering to keep the bag dry. Is this a brand? Also, any suggestions for added support for playing tennis? Thanks, Jackie.

Hi everyone,

I'm almost four months post-ileostomy surgery, and I'm looking to start rebuilding my core strength. I haven't been able to exercise for years, so I'm starting from scratch and want to be really careful.

One of my biggest concerns is overdoing it and increasing my risk of a hernia. I know core strength is important, but I'm not sure what exercises are safe to begin with. ...

Saw the website showing August in Florida.
Might be a good idea for meet and greets... and grits?
Anyone interested in attending?
These conventions are eye-openers. It would be my first.
Thoughts?

I have double ostomies. I started pole a year ago, and I've just started aerial. For 16 years, I did nothing. I'm due for my 35th operation in October, but I'm not allowing it to stop me anymore. Thank you to those who believe in me every day, even though I don't. I'm so lucky to have a supportive partner who also has an ileostomy. Be bold, believe, and fly

Ladies (or those who support them!), my son is marrying in Chicago in March. After much thought about what kind of dress would work with an ileostomy and still look good, I found this dress by Adrianna Papell. The material is light, and it has some cross draping in front to help conceal a rapidly expanding bag, should I find that happening and need to wait before hitting the restroom. I kn ...

Because everyone is different, we must make our own path….jb
suspect this one could be Beachboy jb

Ahoy Stomey mates!
Yer land lubber Beachboy dude reporting in.
Been a glorious and grand cruise so far.
I've been somewhat careful about not eating too much. After Cayman Island yesterday, today is a sea day, on our way to Aruba.
While Mrs B attended a skin rejuvenation seminar at the health spa, I meandered up to the buffet for lunch and sat at a large table. An older lady noticed I had munch ...