Hospitalisation & Recovery
Following stoma surgery, you will be in the hospital for some length of time.
Both physically and mentally, it is important to get used to your stoma. Even though you may be in pain while your wound is healing, it is important to follow the advice of the healthcare professionals who are caring for you. They are familiar with your situation, and they will be able to guide you and help you through difficult times.
When you leave hospital, your new life with a stoma begins. Gradually, you will begin to understand how to cope with your stoma, and you will learn new skills that will allow you to enjoy life the way you did before your surgery. Your confidence will grow and evolve.
Click on the resources below to learn more.
Hints & Tips Series
These helpful booklets were created to guide you from operation through the first months and beyond.
Care at Home Series
This series illustrates stoma care and pouch changing for one- and two-piece appliances.
Bathroom Cards
This series of cards provides simple visuals on how to change and care for your stoma.
Stoma Care in Infants
An illustrated booklet offers advice for parents, stoma care specialists, and paediatric ward nurses.
Transverse Loop Stoma
E-stoma
Nutritional Advice
Your body needs a range of different food types. Learn more about food and diet for when you have had stoma surgery.