Embracing Life with an Ostomy: A Guide to Acceptance

Embracing the Truth Facing the reality of living with an ostomy, whether present or upcoming, requires acknowledging an essential truth. Ostomies are intended to save lives or improve quality of life. Once we embrace this truth, we have choices to make: Option of Negativity: We can choose to be resentful, angry, embarrassed, ashamed, overwhelmed, and…

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Ostomy Care for Your Child based on Developmental Age

There are a few important things a parent must be aware of when a child has a medical condition that necessitates an ostomy bag. Ostomy care can be difficult for young children, on top of the sleepless nights and nonstop feedings you are likely experiencing. Fortunately, Beaumont Health has expanded the Beaumont Ostomy Clinic to…

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