Hydration & Wellness Tips in an Ostomy

The Beautiful Bag

Introduction:

LeeAnne expresses excitement for spring and its positive impact on wellness.

• Proper Hydration with an Iliostomy:
  • Importance of hydration, especially with an Iliostomy.
  • Tips for staying hydrated: carry water or herbal teas, use electrolytes.
  • LeeAnne's personal hydration routine: drinking a gallon of water daily.
  • Recommendations: Drink water before and after meals, monitor hydration levels.
• Exercise and Movement:
  • Importance of exercise for overall wellness and mental health.
  • LeeAnne's workout routine: daily walks, weightlifting, yoga.
  • Suggestions for finding suitable exercises: walking, running, yoga, Pilates.
  • Addressing concerns about hernias and stoma support belts.
• Stress Reduction and Self-Care:
  • Importance of stress management for mental well-being.
  • Strategies for stress reduction: journaling, taking baths, getting massages.
  • Suggestions for self-care practices: meditation, breathwork, listening to the body.
• Sleep and Rest:
  • Importance of quality sleep for physical and mental health.
  • Tips for improving sleep: maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, limiting screen time before bed.
  • Suggestions for enhancing sleep quality: exposure to sunlight in the morning, creating a bedtime routine.

• Encouragement to prioritize self-care and wellness practices.
• Reminder to seek support from healthcare professionals and online resources like UOAA.

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