I am a Newbie With a Stoma - What Do I Need to Know?
Newbie Information
Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy - Learn all you can about life with an ostomy. Use this information to boost your self-esteem and help you adapt to your ostomy.
Colostomy: What to Expect at Home - Learn what to expect and how to care for yourself at home.
New Ostomy Patient Guide - A publication from the United Ostomy Associations of America that is a great resource for new ostomates.
Changing your ostomy pouch - You'll need to learn how to change your ostomy pouch. Follow any specific instructions your health care provider or nurse gives you on changing the pouch. Use the information below as a reminder of what to do.
MeetAnOstoMate is not a typical ostomy site - it's a unique community where people connect, talk openly, share laughs, make friends, and even find relationships, all with others who understand life with an ostomy.
