Connecting with Others: Support for Young Adults with Ostomies

My daughter has had an ostomy for 2 years—she is 23 and will not talk to anyone about her condition. She has not adapted to it very well. I think you and she could be friends. We are in Indianapolis and I will try to connect on Facebook.

Perhaps you could suggest to her to join this site, where she can interact with others her age in similar circumstances. I hope so...
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Hey darl, your daughter is and most likely still so shocked. We all feel very alone sometimes or another, like we can't go on, but I really think if she did have a peek at this site, especially Franicaa, she might take a look in here and just maybe want to talk about her situation. It's very hard at any age. My first op, I didn't end up with a stoma, but 6 months later at 28, I got the dreaded thing but never heard of this site back in the late 90s. I think you are an awesome mum to get on here and spend some time to understand the lovely peeps that are wanting to vent or just type how they feel. Hope you can give her a small step into this site. xxxxxxxx Mooza (been there, done that) like many of us. Thanks for sharing. xxxxx

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try and get your daughter to have a look at this site. Whilst it won't change anything physically it will let her know that she is not alone and that what she thinks and feels is the same as many other people. Knowledge is strength.

After my ileostomy, I totally withdrew, and finding this site was accidental while looking for information on my problems. I have found that I get more out of everyone here than anywhere else, as you are all supportive and have gone through the same both mentally and physically. I hope your daughter will sign up. I had a successful reversal in January, but I am going to stay a member to show my support for all of you.

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It's not uncommon to feel depressed after such a major trauma, both physically and emotionally.
As the others have said, get her to join up here as she is well and truly not alone!
Cheers and good luck!