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Welcome to the Hints & Tips section of C3Life, where your fellow members share practical advice for making everyday life with an ostomy a little easier.
The care of your skin immediately around your stoma is possibly one of the most important things you can do to feel secure and comfortable. There are many choices today in products and accessories … Read More
Exercise, sports and leisure activities are pleasurable and fun pastimes. Quite often there is nothing better than a day out in the fresh air or the chance to play hard in a challenging event … Read More
Feeling good starts on the inside, but it makes the most difference on the outside. If you treat your body well it will often return the favor. Eating, drinking and exercise all have a huge effect … Read More
Many people with ostomies find that their emotional bonds are strengthened with their loved ones after stoma surgery. And, many people with ostomies enjoy active and fulfilling sex lives … Read More
Having a baby is a wonderful experience, and having an ostomy shouldn't hold you back. Read some of the tips and advice from women with ostomies who have had children or share … Read More
Relationships can be difficult at the best of times, so how do you overcome all the usual hurdles when you also come with 'extra baggage?' And how do you cope with a young and … Read More
Caring for a child with an ostomy presents some unique challenges. Sharing information is a great way to get help navigating a hurdle or to help out a friend. Share your hints and tips on what has worked … Read More
A long weekend or a whole week away? A no-frills flight or first-class luxury? A relaxing break on a beach or an active excursion in the water? There are so many decisions to be made … Read More
Returning to work following a stoma operation is one of the best ways to get your life back on track. The interaction with colleagues, the challenge of work and the great feeling of getting the job done … Read More
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