Self Image and the Ostomate
This is not a judgment call. This is a reality and here is why I state this: the body, our bodies, want to be in a state of homeostasis and will do what it can to get there. No need to run to your phone to check out the definition or understand this most important […]
My ears and eyes are always open for speakers and topics to enhance our monthly Ostomy Support Group meetings. Of course, there is so much to discuss, and an open forum is a great way to share thoughts, concerns, and questions, but hearing from those who are particularly knowledgeable about the myriad of issues we […]
So often I meet or mentor people post-ostomy surgery and my goal is to support them as they adjust to their new anatomy. The focus is frequently on the emotional aspect of becoming an ostomate and all that entails. Beyond new anatomy, there is fear, recognizing and utilizing their strength, developing coping skills and strategies […]