@meghancarybrown: There were so many things I was curious if I could do after having surgery, one of those being if I could get a massage! As a new ostomate, it seemed questionable at the time because I was concerned about laying on my stomach while my bag filled up, and I worried about there being too much pressure or pushing on my back opposite of my stoma. The good news is that YES! You can get a massage with an ostomy, and here are a few tips to make it that much easier: -Be mindful of how much you’re eating before your massage appointment. I will usually have a light breakfast in the morning before an appointment but don’t want to eat too much in order to prevent my bag from filling up while laying on my stomach. -Change your bag before your appointment! I like to do this just to ensure that I have the best seal possible. I love and regularly wear @convatecus moldable wafers because they are gentle on my skin, get the best fit around my stoma, and turtleneck when moisture hits to best prevent leaks (not to mention I always get the best wafer seal!) -Talk to your massage therapist beforehand. If you have any concerns, let them know! As a rule of thumb, I always tell them I have an ostomy just so they are aware of my abdomen and conscientious of positioning. -Wear what makes you comfortable. I chose to wear some of my favorite @ostomysecrets undies because I knew they would support my ostomy and help me feel confident. These panties are designed for ostomates and have a little pouch inside that my bag can slide into and sit, leaving it supported and concealed, giving me peace of mind. If you’re an ostomate and have been considering a massage, go for it! It’s important to take care of your stoma, but also your whole self – mind included. Enjoy, and let me know your experience! Follow the Ostomysecrets link in my bio and use code MEGHAN for 25% off – unlimited code uses! #convatec #convatecus #forevercaring #ostomysecrets #ostomy #ostomybag #ostomyawareness #ostomylife #ostomylifehack #ostomate #stoma #stomabag #ostomypositivity #ileostomy #ileostomybag #fyp #ostomybaglife #ostomatesoftiktok #ostomates #nurses @Convatec

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Thursday 25 May 2023 20:30:48 GMT