Meet Elsie, the face of our 2025 Christmas Appeal.

At 17 months, she lived in constant pain and couldn’t pass bowel movements without help.

Colostomy UK supported her mum, Ella, through every step.
Read her story & donate: https://ow.ly/W6FV50Xy3Qz

#Stoma #StomaAware #Colostomy

We loved joining the Wessex Stoma Support group for their festive get together. A huge thank you to Ken Edwards for the warm welcome and all he does for the stoma community.

Wishing everyone a warm and wonderful Christmas!

#christmas #stoma #stomaaware

What’s it really like to live with #IBD?

What challenges do you face day to day?

#IDB #CrohnsandColitis #crohnsandcolitisawarenessweek #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy #ulcerativecolitis #crohnsdisease #microscopiccolitis #stoma #stomaaware

Show the world that you're Stoma Aware with our t-shirts, featuring our Stoma Aware logo on the front and ColostomyUK.org on the back 👕
It's 100% quality cotton and available in sizes S-XXL

Available at https://colostomyuk.bigcartel.com/product/stoma-aware-t-shirt

December 1st - December 7th is Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week 💜

Read more about Iolo's story with IBD: https://www.colostomyuk.org/my-name-is-iolo-edwards-and-this-is-my-stoma-story/

#CrohnsandColitis #crohnsandcolitisawarenessweek #stoma #stomaaware

We're here when it matters for YOU this Christmas - Because life with a stoma doesn’t stop for Christmas - and neither do we, but we need your support

Donate today: https://ow.ly/kPE750XvHIj or support us: https://ow.ly/aIn550XvHIh

#Stoma #StomaAware #colostomy #Christmas #GivingTuesday

Proud to see Linda Griffiths share her story with Parliamentarians, policy makers, NHS/DHSC reps, MedTech leaders and charities at the Medical Technology Group event in Westminster. She spoke about real patient choice and shared decision-making to help people thrive:https://ow.ly/1yKm50XAwcg

Thinking about getting more active with a stoma?

Check out our #ActiveOstomates booklet. It's full of great hints & tips about things you can do on your own as well as signposting to our own and other activities: https://www.colostomyuk.org/active-ostomates/

#Stoma #StomaAware

December 1st - December 7th is #crohnsandcolitisawarenessweek 💜

Over 2000 people with Crohn's and Colitis in the UK undergo stoma surgery every year.

Visit our website for everything you need to know about the first steps of life with a stoma . https://ow.ly/QM0450Xtu9R

Thank you Strawberry Field Liverpool for making your facilities stoma friendly. These small changes make a big difference to people living with a stoma: https://www.colostomyuk.org/campaigns/toilets/

#stoma #stomaaware #stomafriendly #ileostomy #urostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk

“Colostomy UK were so helpful and even sent info to my school so my friends could learn about stomas with me!”

Our volunteer-led helpline is a lifeline. A Christmas donation helps keep it open.

Donate: https://cafdonate.cafonline.org/29455

Nominate: #nominateACharityeACharity" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://movementforgood.com/#nominateACharity

We’re here for you.
Our YouTube channel is full of supportive videos for anyone living with a stoma.

Subscribe to Colostomy UK on YouTube: https://ow.ly/VbTz50XyzyE

#stoma #stomaaware #colostomyuk #colostomy #urostomy #ilostomy

Day 2 at the Occupational Therapy Show at the NEC today in Birmingham.

Thank you to everyone who came to see us and also to our lovely volunteer Gaynor and Shauna from Colostomy UK!

https://ow.ly/STrR50Xy06x

#stoma #stomaaware #TheOTShow

“The impact has been excellent,” she says. “My wellbeing has improved and I’ve learned so much. I feel stronger and more flexible, and the communities we’ve built are incredibly supportive.”

Read full story: https://www.colostomyuk.org/carol-active-ostomates/

#stoma #stomaaware #activeostomates

Order your Christmas Cards today from Colostomy UK! 🎄

Our share of the sales of these cards will help us continue to provide our services to everyone who needs us throughout the festive season.

Order your cards today: https://ow.ly/GjlW50Xy1oZ

#christmastime #christmas #stoma #stomaaware

"The impact of Active Ostomates on my life has been massive. It has changed how I live day to day."

James’ story is a great reminder of what our Active Ostomates programme is all about.

Read full story: https://ow.ly/Tmts50XwT94

#stoma #stomaaware #activeostomates

We're excited to be at the Occupational Therapy Show at the NEC today in Birmingham.

If you're visiting why not come and say hi to Pete and Max at stand F2!

https://ow.ly/Vw8650Xy06u

#stoma #stomaaware #otshow

Pancaking impacts lots of people living with a #stoma. It occurs when instead of dropping to the bottom of the bag, the motion collects around the stoma and may seep between the flange/baseplate and the skin. https://ow.ly/HNbF50Uj5Sy

#stoma101 #stomaaware #stoma

A prolapsed stoma occurs when the bowel protrudes through the stoma opening to a greater extent than anticipated. When this first happens, it can be very distressing.
These can be managed conservatively or surgically: https://ow.ly/3hH450XxAor

#Stoma101 #StomaAware #ColostomyUK

A huge thank you to our amazing volunteer Linda who attended a patient information day at Salford royal hospital.

Find out more about our services and guidance on our website: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/a-z-list/

#stoma #stomaaware

Thank you to everyone who has donated unwanted items to iCollect. This then gets converted into a donation for Colostomy UK.
Bag up your clothes, box up those household items, and then arrange your free collection by calling 0344 879 4417 or visiting www.icollectclothes.co.uk

We're here when it matters for YOU this Christmas - Because life with a stoma doesn’t stop for Christmas - and neither do we, but we need your support

Donate today: https://ow.ly/IH8o50XvHN4 or support us: https://ow.ly/XS1l50XvHN5

#Stoma #StomaAware #colostomy #Christmas

If you're thinking of taking up a new sport but are looking for inspiration, why not check out our top tips! The series currently includes #Football #Swimming #RugbyLeague #Golf #Running and #Hiking and they can all be viewed via our A to Z page: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/a-z-list/

'Proctectomy surgery' or 'Barbie Butt' surgery, is where your rectum and anus are removed and sewn up permanently. This article in our Tidings magazine, discusses this surgery, the recovery period and what life is like afterwards https://ow.ly/tjvG50XvH7f #barbiebutt #stoma

For many people, returning to work after their stoma surgery is an important milestone, signifying a welcome return to ‘normality’
However, it can also be a source of anxiety

Visit our website for our hints & tips on returning to work https://ow.ly/miW050XvH6V

#Stoma #StomaAware