Message Board Children Section. A place for parents and carers of children with an ostomy, and of course the children themselves to ask questions, seek support, chat etc etc. Jason's Website - Children Board
Young Ostomates United Inc. - Australia Young Ostomates United (YOU) Inc was formed in October 1989, originally under the name "Young Ostomy United".
We are a non-profit organisation that aims to encourage support and friendship between young people with a stoma, their families and friends and to provide resource material to both new and well-established ostomates.
Our activities include regular informal social gatherings (counter lunches, BBQs, picnics, etc.), educational meetings, provision of a peer counselling (visiting) service for people about to undergo ostomy surgery (pre and post operative), the support of ostomy projects - World Ostomy Day, Stomal Therapy Week, etc. - and liaising with Ostomy Associations
Membership of YOU Inc. caters essentially for young ostomates from the approximate ages of 0 to 40 years, their family and friends, health professionals and for those interested in the young ostomates' well being. Young Ostomates United Inc.
UOAA - Parents Discussion
For parents of children who have or will have an ostomy or related surgery. Parents Discussion
Shaz's story "My parents say to me now that their biggest worry about the surgery was that someday I would turn around and say to them "why did you let them do this to me?" I never have." Shaz was just 10 years old when her parents had to make the decision for her to undergo ileostomy surgery. 30 years later she says "I have to say that whilst I would, of course, prefer not to have an ileostomy, I am greatful for every day of life my stoma has given back to me and do not regret it for one minute." Read her story here: Shaz's story
Email a parent. Would you like to talk to another parent? Email the mother of a 12 year old son who has had a colostomy for 3 years. Click here to email.
Contact Others. Would you like to contact others? Post a message and read other messages here. Click here to contact others.
UOAA Teen Network For discussing issues relevant to ostomates and people with diversions between the ages of 11 and 18. UOAA Teen Network
Message Board Just for Kids This is a forum specifically for those with ostomies who are aged 18 and under. No one over this age will interfere unless specifically asked to. Please feel free to post if you are 18 years of age or under. NO ADULTS ALLOWED. This is a forum specifically for our younger members. Shaz's Ostomy Pages - Just for Kids
Young Ostomates United Inc. - Australia Young Ostomates United (YOU) Inc was formed in October 1989, originally under the name "Young Ostomy United".
We are a non-profit organisation that aims to encourage support and friendship between young people with a stoma, their families and friends and to provide resource material to both new and well-established ostomates.
Our activities include regular informal social gatherings (counter lunches, BBQs, picnics, etc.), educational meetings, provision of a peer counselling (visiting) service for people about to undergo ostomy surgery (pre and post operative), the support of ostomy projects - World Ostomy Day, Stomal Therapy Week, etc. - and liaising with Ostomy Associations
Membership of YOU Inc. caters essentially for young ostomates from the approximate ages of 0 to 40 years, their family and friends, health professionals and for those interested in the young ostomates' well being. Young Ostomates United Inc.
Teen Stoma. I'm 16 and started Teen Stoma for teenagers with stomas so they know they're not alone. I can offer many services and as much advice as I can so please don't hesitate to contact me. The site is currently being updated and under construction so doesn't have a lot of information but please do find out more by getting in touch!
(Do bear in mind that this is the internet, and be careful about giving out personal information such as home addresses and phone numbers - Kathy).
Teen Stoma
Useful Links
BreakAway Weekend - 2nd-5th May 2008
Breakaway 2008 will take place at YHA National Forest, in the East Midlands on the 2nd-5th May.
Following the success of the first weekend, the organisers have extended the break to 3 nights. The accommodation offers 2-4 bed rooms - all en suite, a bar and bistro. There will of course be the last night disco and party.
Breakaway offers the chance for families and young people to meet, talk about and share their experiences in a relaxed and friendly environment. Click for details: BreakAway Weekend - 2nd-5th May 2008
Shadow Buddies from Hollister. "Now available exclusively from Hollister, the ostomy Shadow Buddy doll can help children through the experience of ostomy surgery. The Shadow Buddy doll was designed by the mother of a pediatric ostomy patient as a "special friend" for her son. The ostomy Shadow Buddy is a muslin doll that has a stoma just like the child who is undergoing ostomy surgery. For each child, the ostomy Shadow Buddy is someone who is "just like me." For health-care professionals, the Shadow Buddy is an excellent educational tool for both children and parents."
Shadow Buddies from Hollister - United States
Patient Information Leaflets Child Health: Patient Information Leaflets. Most GPs in the UK have these same leaflets on their computer to print out for patients and carers during consultations.
Patient Information Leaflets
