My wife was born in Manila, and she told me about a Filipino tradition of always wearing something new on New Year's Day. In keeping with this tradition, I put on a new bag today.
Thank you and drive safely.
🔒 Login to see image
PJT
Jan 01, 2011 10:57 pm
Why Join MeetAnOstoMate?
First off, this is a pretty cool site with 39,208 members. No medical professionals get involved, just straight-up talk between people who know what they're talking about.
But, it's not all about ostomy. We talk about everything.
Many come here for advice or to give advice, others have found good friends, and some have even built long-lasting relationships. Most importantly, people here are honest and genuinely care.
Privacy is very important - there are many features only visible to members.
39,208 members
Advertisement
Hollister
Resuming your personal and work life after ostomy surgery can be challenging to adjust to a new life.
Learn ways to adjust to life after ostomy surgery.
Learn ways to adjust to life after ostomy surgery.
steve47
Jan 02, 2011 11:37 am
I went crazy and put on a whole week's worth of bags for New Year. Don't you just love it when they don't stick?
lottagelady
Jan 02, 2011 11:49 am
Oh blimey - I have only had that occur once and it's awful... do you think you had a bad batch? I reckon that's what mine was, and I called them and they sent another box. It just becomes a vicious circle though - the more they don't stick, the more the skin breaks down and gets wetter = the more they won't stick... Ugh, hope it is okay now?
Rach xx
Stories of Living Life to the Fullest from Ostomy Advocates I Hollister
steve47
Jan 02, 2011 12:05 pm
Yes, thanks, I finally got one to stick. Luckily, I had ordered it in a box before Christmas, or I might be panicking now.
bagr
Jan 02, 2011 5:50 pm
I did also, due to my vent trying to work and spotting my clothes. A new year and a new bag. It's the little things in life that give a person pleasure. LOL
Past Member
Jan 03, 2011 11:13 am
I'm with you, Steve, one after another after another, very sore skin by the end of the afternoon. I'm sooooooooo fed up, I could cry.
🔒 Login to see image
nessy
Jan 03, 2011 8:17 pm
I use "skin prep" made by Smith&Nephew, just spray it on your skin and it gets tacky like glue. Works great; I've gone as long as 8 days. Also, I switched to the Hollister 8724 flange, which has a much better adhesive. It's flesh-colored as opposed to the clear adhesive. Haven't had one leak since I switched to the 8724.
Cheers, Bob
Advertisement
Hollister
As a student, there are easy ways you can prepare ahead and manage an ostomy while you are at school.
Read answers to frequently asked questions about how to change your pouch and participate in activities.
Read answers to frequently asked questions about how to change your pouch and participate in activities.
Immarsh
Jan 04, 2011 5:19 am
How funny! In anticipation of starting the New Year off "clean," I changed before I went out on New Year's Eve. No leak, and I won't have to change for another 4 days.
BTW, I also use skin prep, and it really does prepare the skin, resulting in a much better hold.
Happy New Year to all!
Marsha
BTW, I also use skin prep, and it really does prepare the skin, resulting in a much better hold.
Happy New Year to all!
Marsha
bes0642
Jan 04, 2011 5:40 am
It must be a New Year's thing!
🔒 Login to see image
I changed mine as well. But luckily, no leak!
🔒 Login to see image
Just starting to get a burning irritation after 9 days. Just regular maintenance.
🔒 Login to see image
🔒 Login to see image
I changed mine as well. But luckily, no leak!
🔒 Login to see image
Just starting to get a burning irritation after 9 days. Just regular maintenance.
🔒 Login to see image
LilacFaerie
Jan 05, 2011 12:18 pm
For the new year, my colostomy, Tomi, gave me kittens!
He got burpy and farty and seemed to be producing thick white bubbles
........
Too much adapt lubricant in the bag....
I thought he was dying. I was all for calling an ambulance. But I changed bags, popped olive oil in as the lubricant, and what do you know... no more white bubbles.
I know kids like to blow bubbles, but really!
LOL