Many people wonder if having a stoma means giving up the sports and activities they enjoy. The good news is that, in most cases, the answer is no.  With the right recovery, advice from your healthcare team, and appropriate support, many ostomates return to an active lifestyle and continue participating in a wide range of

Yes, you can swim with an ostomy pouch. Once you have fully recovered from your surgery and your wounds have healed, swimming is a safe and enjoyable activity for most people living with a stoma.  Modern ostomy pouches are a sealed/closed system and designed to be water resistant and secure during swimming, bathing, and other