Ostomy care for skin, body and mind

Dietary advice for people with an ostomy

When having an ileostomy or colostomy you may have a few questions around your diet –should I eat a special diet? Is there something I cannot eat? What about alcohol? In one word, no. In general, the food that was good and healthy for you before your surgery is still good for you – and the same goes for the more unhealthy options. That being said we have a few tips and some information around different types of food and beverages.

Exercise: Why is the Core 4 Important?

Before stoma surgery, exercise might not have been part of your life, or you could have been very active. Post-surgery, it’s natural to feel uncertain about recovery and activities. The Core 4 exercises are designed to facilitate recovery and restore abdominal muscle function. They help rebuild your body, mind, and confidence,and are suitable for everyone with a stoma, whether you’re returning to daily life or aspiring to engage in sports.

Travelling with an ostomy

Your colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy doesn’t have to prevent you from travelling. Our travel guide contains information that might help you before and during your vacation.

Menopause and stoma

Having a stoma and starting menopause can bring unique challenges which can impact your stomacare and overall wellbeing. Our Menopause and Stoma Care fact sheet provides hints and tips to manage the challenges.

Intimacy after ostomy surgery

Having an operation changes your body and it could possibly take a while for both you and your partner to get used to the changes. It is important to remember though, your stoma does not decide whether or not you have a satisfying sex life, or how intimate you and your partner are.

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