Are you wondering how to easily change out of your WET swim wear in public? In Ireland (where I grew up) we all change on the beach. Not only does it… read more →
Discover ways to prolong the adherence of your ostomy pouching system. Swimming, exercising and sweating can cause challenges for the ostomate especially during summer. Instead of avoiding activities you love, check… read more →
If you are wondering how to do core exercises safely with an ostomy and activate your core muscles this is the video for you. Peristomal hernias is one issue… read more →
Summer is coming and it is the perfect time to not let your ostomy define who you are or what you are able to do. In this video I share… read more →
I hope you are taking good care of yourself in these stressful times. Everyone is feeling a heightened state of fear and anxiety. The video below will help. This fear… read more →
Love starts with yourself by Elaine O’Rourke “May I live this day compassionate of heart, clear in word, gracious in awareness, courageous in thought, generous in love.” – John… read more →
INTIMACY WITH AN OSTOMY: Overcoming Rejection by Elaine O’Rourke Will anyone ever want to be intimate with me now that I have an ostomy? Will I ever have sex… read more →
Finding Moments of Joy with an Ostomy or IBD by Elaine O’Rourke Finding the joy while running to the bathroom all the time, emptying your ostomy bag or dealing with… read more →
Ostomy Self-Care Health and Wellness Tips by Elaine O’Rourke, published on UOAA website. During the winter of 2005, I went from being an active, strong, 35-year-old yoga teacher to being… read more →
Elaine O’Rourke, 500hr yoga teacher, sound healer and recording artist is based out of Gloucester, MA. She teaches a variety of studio yoga classes weekly, summertime Good Harbor beach yoga,… read more →