My New Normal: One Year later

Life after bladder removal…what does that actually look like one year later? In this episode of Leaks, Laughs & Life with a Urostomy, I share a real and honest look at my first year living with a urostomy. From the chaos of surgery day to unexpected complications, from frustrating early recovery moments to small but powerful milestones, this episode walks through the full journey, including the “oops” moments we all experience. I talk about what recovery really looked like in those first few months, the milestones that made the biggest impact, how my mindset shifted over time, what my “new normal” actually means, and how I ultimately got my life back. Whether you are at the beginning of your journey, in the messy middle, or further along, this episode is a reminder that progress happens, confidence builds, and life can feel full again. Leaks, Laughs & Life with a Urostomy: The Handbook and My Plot Twist Journal are available on Amazon, with links in the show notes. And if you have a story to share, I would love to hear it. Your experience may be featured in an upcoming episode.