My bathroom setup
Where I keep the things I use, how I’ve arranged the space, and why that makes emptying and changing my bag easier for me.
Explore the setupReal life with a stoma
Finding your own way, one day at a time.
Coming home after stoma surgery can feel like a lot. I’ve lived with a stoma for five years, and I’m sharing the small, practical changes that have made daily life easier for me.
You don’t have to have it all worked out today. Have a look around, take what’s useful, and speak to your stoma nurse about what’s right for you.
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A gentle place to start
What has helped me
The stoma cutter
How I use a hole cutter to get a closer fit, and what I’ve learned about comfort and the skin around my stoma.
See how I use itFrom my own experience
There’s no perfect routine.
What works for me may be different from what works for you. I hope sharing the details helps you find a setup that feels a little easier to manage.
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