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Help & advice

Returning to normal life

Following stoma surgery, it's natural to have a lot of questions and concerns. The guidance below will help you adapt to living with your new stoma.

The information below is general and some of it may not apply to you but the with support from your stoma care nurse and practical tips on living with a stoma you will soon be back to doing all the things you’ve always done. 

Emotions following stoma surgery

Exercise

Find local stoma support services

Food and drink

Guide to what comes in the box along with your stoma pouches

Learning the lingo

Managing rectal mucus following ostomy surgery

Sleeping

Telling others

Red or sore skin around your stoma is usually caused by leakage from your pouch and the output from your stoma getting underneath the appliance and onto your skin.

Ways to obtain your stoma supplies

What's normal with your stoma and when to seek help

Managing rectal mucus following ostomy surgery

Red or sore skin around your stoma is usually caused by leakage from your pouch and the output from your stoma getting underneath the appliance and onto your skin.

Introducing: A Bigger Life

A safe and welcoming space for ostomates, friends, family and caregivers to talk about a wide range of topics related to living with a stoma.