Funny you should bring this topic up. I had my surgery nearly 50 years ago, and I often reflect on how different supplies were "back in those olden days". The flange was reusable, and first rubber and then plastic. They were adheared to the skin using a glue that had to dry, or it would cause burns. the Bags were made of rubber, and later vinyl, and were reusable.....and would smell. We only had one bathroom, and we were four people, but I took up a lot of time in there when I had to change....which was quite often. I was only 15....
But I did everything a "kid" wanted to do, including going to camp. I managed to changing at night, while others were asleep, without lights, in a stall, with a cup of water...and a flashlight. I was petrified that someone would walk in on me....or that I'd meet a skunk or a bear. Once I was surrounded by a swarm of bees, who were attracted to the "odor". I never even thought of asking the nurse if I could use the infirmary bathroom. That would have been "smart" but I kept everything a secret.
I also travelled a lot through the years, , and camped out, and so "emptied" in the woods..... or let air out of the pouch at the side of the road. I did whatever I had to do....
I'm sure others have had similar adventures, and I hope they'll share. Thanks for posting.
