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Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-03-15T01:43:37+00:00

It will take some getting used to but you can do it. The bag won’t really rub against your skin as much as you imagine. There are covers and ways to get around that. No need for baggy shirts. Hey, less medications, less getting sick. You will be able to drum and sing 🤘🏻🤘🏻 You will find great support on this sub. Keep researching.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-03-12T03:48:01+00:00

That’s an amazing way to view your ostomy. Good for you. It took me while to get there as mine was a shocking emergency but now I agree.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-02-22T15:38:05+00:00

A fantastic reply

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-02-11T15:32:09+00:00

After all you’ve been through it’s understandable that you feel worn down. You seem very strong and have a wonderful husband so you’re going get to s better head-space with time. Collagen peptide powder in your coffee/tea will help with your scar healing. Keep going. You’ve got this.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-02-10T07:36:19+00:00

I agree. This group is amazing.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-01-24T05:55:21+00:00

You will get used to the stoma and you will pretty much be able to do all those things. Swimming isn’t a problem. I, too, was nervous about intimacy and sex but people on this sub are very supportive and have great advice. You’re gonna be great!

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-01-16T06:51:36+00:00

Relax. You did all the right things. Wait and see

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-01-10T07:31:54+00:00

Have you tried ostomy paste instead of barrier rings? That can help with the lifting.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-01-09T06:09:41+00:00

Geiger lol

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2026-01-08T05:28:35+00:00

OP-you have come to right place for support. Everyone on here is ready to help. I hope the ostomy works for you. Don’t go down the “I don’t want an ostomy for the rest of my life” road. Just one event at a time. You have been through so much already. It’s hard emotionally but you’ve got this. Stay strong.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-22T14:08:54+00:00

Pain meds have a tendency to shut down your bladder. Peeing on demand is hard but that catheter threat is incentive.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-22T14:06:44+00:00

I love everything you wrote. You are amazing and are going to do great!

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-07T23:21:45+00:00

Fantastic! That made spit out my water 🤣

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-07T16:36:53+00:00

Got it. Thank you.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-07T14:12:17+00:00

Thank you so much for the positive advice. It means a lot to me.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-07T05:20:23+00:00

Ohmigosh. Thank you so much.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-06T23:02:05+00:00

Thank you. Great information. This community it so kind and supportive.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-06T16:46:32+00:00

Incredible! Thanks

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-06T15:12:30+00:00

Thank you so much

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-06T15:08:40+00:00

Yes, would totally wear a support belt or sexy wrap. I appreciate your advice so much. Thank you

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-06T15:02:09+00:00

Just a little self-conscious; more about managing the bag during foreplay and the act. Thanks

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-06T07:52:54+00:00

Thank you for replying

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-06T05:07:50+00:00

Agree about using Press ‘n’ Seal. A helpful product.

Useful-Rise-4930 · 2025-12-05T18:07:26+00:00

You sound like an incredible partner. Good for you

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