In this episode, Ru shares his stoma journey after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and experiencing a bowel perforation following chemotherapy, which led to his ileostomy. He also discusses his approach to raising awareness and advocating for stomas within the online community.

Content disclaimer:

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

🎧 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dTsSvvOtI7Y

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Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

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Twitter: @PelicanHealth

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Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
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Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk

In this episode, Angelina shares her experience of being diagnosed at just 12 years old after enduring debilitating symptoms. She also opens up about her recent pregnancy journey with a stoma and how she navigates motherhood while looking after her health.

Content disclaimer:

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

🎧 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dTsSvvOtI7Y

🎙️ Follow Rachel & Louise:
Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

Follow Angelina: @thebaglife_

💜 Pelican Healthcare:
Website: https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/
Instagram: @pelicanhealthcare
Facebook: PelicanHealthcareLtd
Twitter: @PelicanHealth

💚 Respond Healthcare:
Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
Instagram: @respondltd
Facebook: respondltd
Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk

DISCLAIMER: This episode contains discussions on eating disorders, which some listeners may find distressing.

In this episode, Natalie-Amber shares her journey with Crohn's disease, her experience of living with a stoma, and undergoing a reversal. She reflects on her emotional journey toward accepting her scar and her dedication to breaking down stigmas while promoting body acceptance.

Content disclaimer:

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

🎧 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dTsSvvOtI7Y

🎙️ Follow Rachel & Louise:
Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

Follow Natalie-Amber: @natalie_amber1

💜 Pelican Healthcare:
Website: https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/
Instagram: @pelicanhealthcare
Facebook: PelicanHealthcareLtd
Twitter: @PelicanHealth

💚 Respond Healthcare:
Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
Instagram: @respondltd
Facebook: respondltd
Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk

In this episode, Kevin discusses the challenges he faced with his mental health after getting a stoma. He shares how he adjusted to this major life change and came to terms with living with a bag.

Content disclaimer:

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

🎧 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dTsSvvOtI7Y

🎙️ Follow Rachel & Louise:
Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

Follow Kevin: @thestomaguy

💜 Pelican Healthcare:
Website: https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/
Instagram: @pelicanhealthcare
Facebook: PelicanHealthcareLtd
Twitter: @PelicanHealth

💚 Respond Healthcare:
Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
Instagram: @respondltd
Facebook: respondltd
Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk

DISCLAIMER: This episode contains discussions about miscarriage, which some listeners may find distressing.

In this episode, Jennie shares her inspiring journey of navigating pregnancy with a stoma, managing the challenges of Crohn’s flare-ups, and advocating for herself throughout her stoma experience.

Content disclaimer:

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

🎧 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dTsSvvOtI7Y

🎙️ Follow Rachel & Louise:
Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

Follow Jennie: @ostomummy

💜 Pelican Healthcare:
Website: https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/
Instagram: @pelicanhealthcare
Facebook: PelicanHealthcareLtd
Twitter: @PelicanHealth

💚 Respond Healthcare:
Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
Instagram: @respondltd
Facebook: respondltd
Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk

In this episode, Poppy shares her journey with Ulcerative Colitis, from her diagnosis to her emergency stoma surgery. She talks about the setbacks she faced, her shift in outlook, and the new life she’s embraced with a stoma.

Content disclaimer:

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

🎧 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WEYgl78mt-U

🎙️ Follow Rachel & Louise:
Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

Follow Poppy: @stoma_scene

💜 Pelican Healthcare:
Website: https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/
Instagram: @pelicanhealthcare
Facebook: PelicanHealthcareLtd
Twitter: @PelicanHealth

💚 Respond Healthcare:
Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
Instagram: @respondltd
Facebook: respondltd
Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk

In this episode, Anna shares her story of being diagnosed with Necrotising Enterocolitis (NEC) as a newborn to undergoing emergency surgery for an ileostomy, then navigating a reversal and returning to life with a stoma.

Content disclaimer

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

📽️ Click here to watch the full episode on YouTube 📽️

🎙️ Follow Rachel & Louise:
Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

Follow Anna: @what_happened_nec.t

💜 Pelican Healthcare:
Website: https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/
Instagram: @pelicanhealthcare
Facebook: PelicanHealthcareLtd
Twitter: @PelicanHealth

💚 Respond Healthcare:
Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
Instagram: @respondltd
Facebook: respondltd
Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk

In this episode, Nikki shares her journey of adjusting to life as a new ostomate, discussing her challenges with mental health and the process of coming to terms with her stoma.

Content disclaimer

The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local stoma care nurse for advice and support.

📽️ Click here to watch the full episode on YouTube 📽️

🎙️ Follow Rachel & Louise:
Rachel: @gutsy.mum
Louise: @crohnsfighting

Follow Nikki: @jonesvscrohns

💜 Pelican Healthcare:
Website: https://www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk/
Instagram: @pelicanhealthcare
Facebook: PelicanHealthcareLtd
Twitter: @PelicanHealth

💚 Respond Healthcare:
Website: https://www.respond.co.uk/
Instagram: @respondltd
Facebook: respondltd
Twitter: @respondltd

🤍 Eakin Healthcare:
Website: https://www.eakin.eu/
Instagram: @eakin_ostomy
Facebook: TGEakin
Twitter: @TGEakin

Recording and editing by Hoot Studios | @hootstudiosuk