Stomas and pregnancy
Stomas and pregnancy Pregnancy is a remarkable journey, but for those of us with a stoma, it can come with its own set of challenges and worries. When I first found out I was pregnant, I was overjoyed but also filled with fear and uncertainty about how my stoma might…
Read more >Post-pregnancy update with a stoma
Post-pregnancy update Adjusting to life with a newborn is an adventure in itself, filled with sleepless nights, endless nappy changes, and the incredible joy of watching your baby grow each day. Amidst all these new experiences, my stoma has continued to be a part of my life, reminding me daily…
Read more >Caring for a newborn with a stoma
Caring for a newborn with a stoma Not the blog I wanted to write, but an important one all the same! When my eldest was born in 2016 there weren’t blogs for this and support was difficult to find in terms of a community of people who walked in similar…
Read more >Post-pregnancy update
Post-pregnancy update It has been six weeks since the birth of my son, and to say it’s been dramatic and emotional is an understatement. I am now a mother of two children with a stoma, including one myself which isn’t common, yet for me all I know. Not many people…
Read more >Reasons I’m grateful for my stoma
Reasons I’m grateful for my stoma Living with a stoma isn’t always easy, but for many, including myself, it’s been a transformative journey filled with unexpected blessings. As I reflect on my experiences, I’ve come to realise that my stoma has been an incredible gift, one that has allowed…
Read more >Postpartum survival with a stoma
Postpartum survival with a stoma As I type this blog, I am sitting in Intensive Care with a beautiful new baby boy that unfortunately has tested positive for the genetic disorder Hirschsprungs Disease. The disease is shared by myself, my eldest son and now the baby, which as you can…
Read more >My positive journey of pregnancy with a stoma bag
My positive journey of pregnancy with a stoma bag As I embark on the final leg of my pregnancy journey, filled with anticipation and excitement, I find myself reflecting on the unique path I’ve taken as a soon-to-be mum with a stoma bag. While the journey has been sprinkled with…
Read more >Embarking on pregnancy with a stoma
Embarking on pregnancy with a stoma Embarking on the remarkable journey of pregnancy while navigating life as an ostomate brings a unique set of challenges. In this blog post, I’ll share my personal journey, offering insights and advice for those facing a similar situation. High-Risk Considerations Being an ostomate categorises…
Read more >Things I wish I knew being pregnant with a stoma
Things I wish I knew being pregnant with a stoma Firstly, it goes without saying that my experience is mine alone, and should not be taken as what is typical to expect. We are all so different in how our illnesses affect us, and I have always felt a little…
Read more >Pregnancy with a stoma
It gives me so much joy to type this blog; I do so with a heart full of joy, gratitude, and appreciation. At the age of 34, I did not think I would have a second child following a divorce and stoma surgery. Yes, plenty of people do go on…
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