I know it sounds funny, but I much prefer to sit on the toilet backwards when emptying my pouch. It gives me 3 advantages.It gives me more room to empty and clean up, as I don't have a toilet tank against my back.It allows me to better control where the output lands in the toilet, so I can keep the splashing to a minimum.It makes irrigation so much easier because I can set my water container on top of the toilet tank.I'd love to hear your thoughts on this... have you tried it, does it help?Cheers, mates

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This forum discussion is about different methods and preferences for emptying ostomy pouches, including sitting forward, sitting backward, kneeling, standing, and using various techniques to prevent splashing.

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Mimi6

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Hi Marco,

Hey whatever works, right?

Personally I use a bag liner and LOVE them!!

When I have output, I just open the bag and lift out the liner, put my lubricant in a new liner, insert in bag, clean up around the flange and put the bag back on. Simple and clean.

I order the liners from https://parthenoninc.com/

Vickie

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Marco789

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Aww, thank you Vickie... you're a sweetheart. Unfortunately I use a one-piece appliance and a septic tanks so they probably won't work for me. I'm happy that you found something that works well for you! It's like everyone has a different situation and different needs... It's refreshing that we can share these ideas on this site! ;)

Peace and love,

Marc

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gfransn

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I sit sideways with my bag at the back of the toilet. Since a have a trash can and various other impediments alongside the throne, I can't face the tank. I also have found that sitting side saddle is about the only way that works on airplanes.

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