This topic is about how people with ostomies manage their eating habits during the holiday season, particularly when indulging in festive foods. The originator of the discussion shared their experience of enjoying Christmas meals without any issues from their stoma, and they were curious about how others fared. Here are some insights and advice shared by others:

- Many people found that their ostomies handled large holiday meals quite well, though some experienced brief increases in output or gas without major issues.
- For those experiencing their first Christmas after surgery, small portions of turkey, mashed potatoes, well-cooked carrots, jellied cranberry sauce, gravy, and a little pork or bread stuffing were generally well-tolerated. A couple of chocolates and shortbread for dessert were also enjoyed.
- Some foods that caused higher or problematic output included spinach frittata, garlic potatoes, and blood-orange pulp, which created a challenging mix of fiber and acid. Chili was noted to cause extra activity but was still considered worth it by one person.
- Traditional turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes were helpful in thickening or slowing output after a flare-up.
- Rich holiday cooking can lead to increased gas, resulting in audible "sound effects" that are common and harmless.
- Some people follow a "see-food diet," eating what looks appealing and managing any resulting issues, as long as they are prepared for the occasional messy episode.