Ostomy Canada Society
Q: I have an ileostomy and have noticed that during hot weather, my pouch seal becomes soft and starts to irritate my skin. Are there any tips or product recommendations to help keep the seal secure and comfortable in high temperatures?
Q: I have an ileostomy and have noticed that during hot weather, my pouch seal becomes soft and starts to irritate my skin. Are there any tips or product recommendations to help keep the seal secure and comfortable in high temperatures?
By Hannah Martin-Spencer, BKin, Ostomy Canada Marketing Team Life has no limits, even with an ostomy. When I was first diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, I was 16
Finding balance as a busy mom with an ostomy is possible. In this heartfelt blog post, Nadia of Gutsy Girl Diaries shares practical tips, personal insights, and encouragement for managing motherhood, self-care, and ostomy life with confidence and resilience.
Question: I am having trouble getting the flange to stay tight. I have no belly button and a result the feces leaks out and ruins the
It’s that time of year again! Birthdays, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas – the holidays are here, and it’s time to celebrate! For those living with an
Question: I had my ileostomy in November 2024. Recently, I’ve been having the sensation that I need to have a bowel movement, and I’ve passed
Question: I am a social worker in Fredericton, New Brunswick, and I’m hoping to find resources about what an ostomy is and how to care
Navigating dating and intimacy after ostomy surgery can feel overwhelming. In this blog, Hannah Martin-Spencer, BKin, shares personal insights, partner perspectives, and practical tips to help you feel confident and less alone.
