A common issue ostomates face is pancaking. Our OstomyLife Co-Moderator, Kelsey Scarborough, has compiled this troubleshooting guide based on her experience.

I was nervous for my first Thanksgiving with an ostomy, but over the years I have developed some survival techniques to successfully enjoy dinner.

Ulcerative colitis and ostomy surgery completely changed me. It changed my very nature. In a way ostomy surgery corrected my path.

I went into surgery eager to get to the other side because I was desperate to feel better. I didn’t even consider what ostomy pouching system to wear.

Shopping for a doctor can be a pain, but it can be necessary when you do not feel cared for by your current team. Laura Cox shares her tips.

While the answers to common questions may be helpful for new ostomates, it leaves out important things that people may need to hear.

Having ostomy surgery is scary for many reasons. It creates this new lifestyle that you must adapt to. For some, this is a welcomed change.

October 6th is World Ostomy Day – a day dedicated to improving rehabilitation of ostomates worldwide by educating the global community on their needs and aspirations.

Our OstomyLife Community is expanding all the time! We now have a Co-Moderator in addition to our Lifestyle Specialist. Come meet our community members!

This article about advice for ostomy nurses is one in a series that make up the transcript of our OstomyLife Roundtable Discussion Panel from WOCN 2018.