Attention women! (and men too if you're into it)...
I took up bellydancing a while back. I've always wanted to learn. But due to my colostomy, I decided I truly would learn as a means to heal myself both physically and emotionally.
So far so good! I highly recommend it. There are apps and youtube how to's if you don't want to do it in public or pay for lessons.
Lets dance!!!!
Hello Ophelia1221. Thank you so much for your post and giving me the motivation to have a look at this activity. The first few videos I watched made me think that this would be a very good exercise for people with stomas and I do like the idea that it is a dance rather than a sport as this offers the opportunity to do it to music and to enjoy the activity for its own sake rather than being competitive. It somewhat reminds me of the days when we used to have hoola hoops and I always felt that was a very useful way to stay supple around the waist and hip areas. What I do like about belly dancing as presented on the videos, is that it needs no equipment and is free from the outset, unless you want to take private tuition. Almost anyone can do it and I have every intention of giving it a try.
Best wishes Bill
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Hi Hatlady and all,
I've had my ostomy for over 50 years, since I was a kid, and didn't think I really needed to be part of the ostomy site. But once active, I came to realize, that although I may not need help at the time, I was able to reach out and help others in need. Back in the day, before stoma therapists, I use to visit new patients in the hospital or homes ... While professionals are great, it is also good to be able to speak with people with personal experience. I was a free member for awhile, but after writing often, I was given free months. I then started paying, and decided to just take lifetime membership. After all, I was going to have my ostomy for the rest of my life. I'm one of those people who can disappear for a few months at a time, but I'm always glad that the site is here, I can return and reconnect with old friends, and make new ones. This is an excellent site ... Best regards to all ... and Best wishes for a Healthy and Happy New Year.
