Beyond the Pouch
Beyond the Pouch is a podcast series brought to you by Respond and Eakin Healthcare, where your hosts, Ant and Rachel, dive into the world of ostomy through open and honest conversations, including the lives of many inspirational ostomates – so you can get to know them – Beyond the Pouch.
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.
Beyond the Pouch
Latest Episodes
Claire on Weightlifting & Exercise after Stoma Surgery | Beyond the Pouch S3 EP5
Can you get back to exercise after stoma surgery? And can you really lift weights with a stoma? In this episode of Beyond the Pouch, Claire (@clairecorrigan.fitness) joins us for an honest conversation about fitness, weightlifting,...
Omma on Culture, Faith & Life with a Stoma | Beyond the Pouch S3 EP4
Can culture and community shape the way we experience life with a stoma? How do you navigate cultural expectations, faith, and conversations around illness? And what does Ramadan look like when you’re living with a stoma?In this episode...
Sophie on Travelling, Hiking & Exploring with a Stoma | Beyond the Pouch S3 EP3
Can you fly with a stoma? How do you prepare for travelling abroad? And what happens if things don’t go to plan?In this episode, Sophie (@monastoma_and_me) joins us for a...
Lucy on Common Stoma Problems from a Clinical Perspective - International Nurse's Day | Beyond the Pouch S3 E2
Ballooning? Pancaking? Hernias? Not sure what’s normal?In this episode, Lucy, former stoma nurse and clinical advisor, answers your most common questions about stoma issues.We cover causes, symptoms, and tips to manage everything ...