Christmas is a super busy time with festivities, indulging in food and having a busier social schedule than usual!

Food over Christmas

High fibre foods may cause your stoma bag to balloon, or pancake. To deal with this I make sure to chew the different foods I’m eating really well and also limit my intake of fizzy drinks and alcohol. With all the different foods and treats over Christmas it’s so tempting to indulge. However, I try to stick to foods that are gentle on my digestive system and I know what cause me blockages.

Socialising over Christmas

I love Christmas and I love spending loads of time with friends and family. Ahead of a night out or a social event I always pack an emergency kit with essentials, such as REFRESH 3in1, eakin freeseal^®, Pelican barrier wipes, hand sanitiser, and neutralising drops.

Dressing comfortably

As much as I enjoy dressing up over Christmas I always choose outfits that are comfortable and stoma friendly. Being comfortable in an outfit allows you to be more confident with your stoma and the festive food and drinks you consume

Mindfulness & self-care

It’s easy to feel run down over the Christmas period, it’s important to be mindful and take some alone time to rest and recover during all the Christmas fun. Be present in the moment and don’t stress about your bag being noticeable or noisy! Your loved ones will be so happy to be spending quality time with you and making Christmas memories.

Ayesha
@ayeshaduffy