Nothing. I just shower, wash my hair, and done. Bag dries with a towel and hairdryer.
looking forward
Jun 22, 2020 10:29 pm
bays6513
Apr 18, 2021 10:19 pm
Thank you all for sharing all your personal tips on showers. I too agree that the best tips are here. I am going to try as for now I shower without anything.
I am happy I found this site with all these lovely members. It helps not to feel alone in my new life. Especially love the info when one swims. I love the water and I thought I would never be able to enjoy swimming again. But happy to hear I can.
Many blessings to all and you all rock. Take care.
BAYS ;)
This is a remarkable community of 40,884 members.
You will get real advice from fellow ostomates who truly understand you - things you won't find in the books.
And it's not all about ostomy - there is friendship and relationships too.
Privacy is very important - your profile is not visible to the outside world.
Bill
MEETANOSTOMATE REVIEW.
I’d like to write a nice review
that might express something quite new.
Then I read previous points of view,
which said the things I wanted to.
I would endorse the things I’ve read
about what other folks have said,
for these are the benefits and things
that joining a site like this can bring.
When I was an initiate, (novice)
it seemed to be appropriate
to express myself in rhyme
as this is how I spend my time.
When contemplating what to write
with contributing to this site,
it seemed to me, my ostomy
could be expressed in poetry.
Thus, when I had something to say,
a rhyme, for me seemed the best way,
for rhymes can often capture stuff
that prose don’t capture quite enough.
I do appreciate the way,
this site lets people have their say
in whatever mode they will
about the things that make them ill.
There are not many forums for
discussing stuff most folks abhor.
So, this site fulfils a small niche,
where angst and problems can unleash.
Where raw emotions can decant,
so, folks feel free to have a rant,
and we can all associate
is something I appreciate.
B. Withers 2021
Puppyluv56
Apr 19, 2021 3:06 am
Do not let an ostomy hold you back from enjoying a pool or the ocean! I am in my pool every day in the summer. Usually for hours. I may have to change my barrier a day or two early but I can wear them for 10 days so it is not a big deal. Its outer adhesive fabric starts to lift up a little with so much pool time. I regularly use the hot tub as well with no problems. Once you start swimming, you will see if it changes the length of time you can wear your pouch. It is worth it! nbsp
Have fun!
Puppyluv
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Okra
Aug 14, 2022 4:22 pm
My ConvaTech ostomy supplies include sticky strips to put all around the edges of the ostomy bag's sticky tape that adheres to the tummy. These strips are specifically to use on the bag to protect the adhesive when taking a shower.
thegonzos1
Jul 21, 2024 2:35 am
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