Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about a person who has had an ostomy since October and is experiencing irregular bowel movements, discomfort, and pouch filling up unexpectedly. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal, how to manage it without relying on medication, and if probiotics or dietary changes can help.

Advice and Insights:
- Consider irrigating if you have a colostomy, as it can help prevent the "full pouch" problem and provide more control over bowel movements.
- Probiotics, avoiding gassy foods, and drinking lemon water have helped some individuals with managing irregular bowel movements.
- Eating fruits and vegetables, drinking prune juice, consuming lots of water, and exercising can help regulate bowel movements.
- Irrigation with a colostomy may bring normalcy and relieve discomfort by releasing built-up pressure and stool.
- Eating bananas has helped some individuals with irregular bowel movements.
- Irrigating every few days can make life easier and provide a sense of control.
- Irrigating may initially be challenging but can become effective with persistence.
- Irrigating can provide a sense of freedom and reduce the need for daily management of the ostomy.
- Bananas may cause gas and bloating for some individuals with an ostomy, and using Gas-X or similar products may help alleviate these symptoms.