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Episodes

1. 9

   Support & Resources You Can Count On

   On today’s episode we are going to talk about support and resources for people living with an ostomy. From ostomy nurses to local support groups, and even engaging online safely. And we are excited to have a special guest with us, Allison Rosen. Allison’s story is incredible, from colorectal…

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   Nov 14, 2020

   35m
2. 8

   Diet & Nutrition with an Ostomy

   In episode 8, Matt & Rene dive into diet & nutrition with an ostomy, with the help of Wendie Taylor, registered dietitian and ostomy product specialist. They'll talk through general guidelines, hydration and introducing foods back into your diet safely following surgery.

   Aug 27, 2020

   27m
3. 7

   Ostomy Product Basics

   In episode 7, Matt and Rene take us through ostomy product basics. Learn more about different pouch systems available, including more info about newer technologies designed to increase pouch performance. Whether you just had surgery last week or years ago, we're sure you'll learn something new in...

   Jun 30, 2020

   22m
4. 6

   Relationships: Loving Yourself

   One of the most important relationships in your ostomy journey is with yourself. Fashion model and double ostomate, Jearlean Taylor, joins us to talk about learning to love yourself and feeling comfortable in your own skin.

   Jan 6, 2020

   26m
5. 5

   Relationships: Dating and Intimacy With an Ostomy

   We continue our 3-part series on relationships with an ostomy by talking about dating and intimacy. We’ll be joined by Sarah Biggart, manager of Ostomysecrets® and living with an ostomy since 2004. She’ll share some insights and words of wisdom as you navigate dating with an ostomy.

   Dec 2, 2019

   26m
6. 4

   Relationships: How To Tell People You Have an Ostomy

   Tough question: How and when do you tell someone about your ostomy? Episode 4 kicks off a 3-part discussion around relationships with a discussion on talking to other people about your stoma. Matt and Rene are joined by ostomy support specialist, Tekele to get real about having these conversations.

   Nov 4, 2019

   13m
7. 3

   Mental Recovery After Ostomy Surgery

   We are wrapping up the three-part series on life after ostomy surgery with a discussion on mental recovery. For many, this is the most difficult portion of resuming life after ostomy surgery. Matt and Rene will be joined by Ellen, a me+ ostomy support specialist, to talk through tough issues like...

   Oct 1, 2019

   14m
8. 2

   Physical Recovery After Ostomy Surgery

   In episode 2, we continue in the three-part series on life after ostomy surgery, with me+™ Recovery. me+™ Recovery will guide you through gentle recovery movements for people that have just had ostomy – or any other type of abdominal – surgery. These movements may help you reconnect those…

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   Sep 3, 2019

   10m
9. 1

   How Has Your Body Changed?

   In episode one, we kick off a three-part series on life after ostomy surgery: How has your body changed? Whether are you've just recently had ostomy surgery or if you've been living with in ostomy for some time now, we will talk through how your body has changed and tips and tricks for becoming...

   Jul 23, 2019

   12m