Best Pelican Healthcare Podcasts (2024)

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E11: Anna Opens up About Her Journey to a Reversal and Back to a Stoma 46:29

2M ago46:29

46:29

In this episode, Anna shares her story of being diagnosed with Necrotising Enterocolitis (NEC) as a newborn to undergoing emergency surgery for an ileostomy, then navigating a reversal and returning to life with a stoma. Content disclaimer The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as…

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E9: Nikki Opens up About Adapting to Life as a New Ostomate 46:40

4M ago46:40

46:40

In this episode, Nikki shares her journey of adjusting to life as a new ostomate, discussing her challenges with mental health and the process of coming to terms with her stoma. Content disclaimer The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical advice. Please contact your local…

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E10: Chris Opens Up About Mental Health & Relationships With A Stoma 50:55

4M ago50:55

50:55

In this episode, Chris opens up about mental health struggles and overcoming emotional challenges with a stoma. Not only this, Chris' wife, Rachel, makes a special feature as she shares her experience taking care of a loved one with a stoma. Content disclaimer The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and s…

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E8: Jeremy Eakin on the Story of Eakin and the First Cohesive® Seal 42:37

5M ago42:37

42:37

In this episode, Jeremy Eakin, former CEO of Eakin Healthcare, shares the story of Eakin and how it started as a family-owned business. Alongside this, he also talks about the development of the first Cohesive® seal. Content disclaimer The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as cli…

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E7: Summer on Barbie Butt Surgery, Relationships & Body Confidence with a Stoma 47:07

6M ago47:07

47:07

In this episode, Summer shares her experience of being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, undergoing stoma surgery, and Barbie butt surgery, all within a span of three years. She also talks about coping with relationships and body confidence with a stoma. Content disclaimer The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speak…

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E6: Keith Shares How He Maintains a Positive Attitude With a Stoma, Raising Awareness & His Diabetes Diagnosis 51:05

7M ago51:05

51:05

In this episode, Keith shares how he maintains a positive attitude while living with ulcerative colitis and a stoma, his keenness for raising awareness and his experience being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Content disclaimer The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcast are the speaker’s own and should not be taken as clinical ad…

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E5: Natalie Discusses Pregnancy, Contraceptives & Periods with Crohn's Disease 55:54

8M ago55:54

55:54

In this episode of Beyond the Pouch, Natalie opens up about her experience with undiagnosed Crohn's during pregnancy, the challenges she faced with contraceptives while having a stoma, experiencing a Crohn's flare in the vagina, dealing with heavy periods and much more. Content disclaimer The views, opinions and experiences expressed in this podcas…

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E4: Ant's Ulcerative Colitis Story & Greatest Moments with a Stoma 52:56

10M ago52:56

52:56

In this episode of Beyond the Pouch, Ant opens up about being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis during university, how he manages a prolapsed stoma and adapting to stoma life while maintaining a positive energy throughout. Ant also touches on how he doesn't let his stoma hold him back — from becoming a ambassador for the ostomy community, to runnin…

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E3: Mohammad's Battle with Colon Cancer & Raising Awareness for Ethnic Minority Groups 43:34

11M ago43:34

43:34

In this episode of Beyond the Pouch, Mohammad opens up about his battle with colon cancer, along with having emergency stoma surgery after the tumour in his abdomen grew to the size of a watermelon. Mohammad also shares his passion for being an advocate for the cancer and stoma community, as well as raising awareness for ethnic minority groups in t…

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E2: Phillipa Opens Up About Almost Losing Her Life, Travelling With A Stoma & Changing Her Bag At 38,000 Feet 45:49

12M ago45:49

45:49

In this episode of Beyond the Pouch, Phillipa opens up about almost losing her life due to multiple organ failure whilst she was in a coma, as well as having sepsis, C.difficile and a perforation of her bowel. A month before this, Phillipa had a stoma formed after being diagnosed with both Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, but unfortunately d…

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E1: Navigating the Stoma World 47:33

1y ago47:33

47:33

In this episode, Rachel and Louise open up about their stoma stories, including navigating the ups and downs of life with an ostomy. Rachel discusses both her and her son living life with a stoma as a result of Hirschsprung's Disease, while Louise opens up about her Crohn's journey, along with waking up to her first stoma as a result of a C-section…

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2.11: Chris: Working Life With A Stoma 1:00:18

1+ y ago1:00:18

1:00:18

Is working life different with a stoma? As a police officer, Chris shares stories about having a stoma in the industry and how things may be different for him.By Pelican Healthcare

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2.10. Rachel & Jennie: Mental Health With a Stoma 1:21:45

1+ y ago1:21:45

1:21:45

Louise, Rachel and Jennie open up about their struggles with mental health as an ostomate.By Pelican Healthcare

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2.9. Rachel: Caring For a Child With a Stoma 1:10:10

1+ y ago1:10:10

1:10:10

In this episode, Rachel shares her experience caring for her son who has a stoma, whilst being an ostomate herself.By Pelican Healthcare

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2.8. Natalie-Amber: Life After a Reversal 52:35

1+ y ago52:35

52:35

Natalie-Amber discusses her journey with Crohn's disease, living with a temporary stoma, having reversal surgery and her career as a model and how she raises awareness of IBD.By Pelican Healthcare

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2.7. Sarah, Danny & Jennie: World Ostomy Day Special 1:10:51

2y ago1:10:51

1:10:51

It's World Ostomy Day! Louise sits down with Sarah, Danny and Jenny to discuss all things ostomy.By Pelican Healthcare

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2.6. Phillipa & Ellie: Relationships & Dating With a Stoma 1:11:24

2y ago1:11:24

1:11:24

Is dating the same after surgery? Will my partner still find me attractive? Will I learn to accept my new body and feel confident again? In this episode, Louise, Ellie & Phillipa open up how they navigate the dating world with a stoma. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma bag, Pelican ModaVi, over at www.pelicanhealthcare.co.u…

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2.5. Ellie & Ali: Barbie Butt Surgery 1:03:51

2y ago1:03:51

1:03:51

What is life like with a Barbie butt? Louise, Ellie and Ali open up about living with a Barbie butt - from the highs, low and in between. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma bag, Pelican ModaVi, over at www.pelicanhealthcare.co.ukBy Pelican Healthcare

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2.4. Danny & Rachel: Gym, Fitness & Exercise With a Stoma 1:07:26

2y ago1:07:26

1:07:26

Your stoma shouldn't stop you from exercising. In fact, it's even more of a reason to get active. Louise chats to Danny, a personal trainer and gym goer, and Rachel, an avid runner, about all things exercise and fitness after stoma surgery. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma bag, Pelican ModaVi, over at www.pelicanhealthcare…

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2.3. Amy & Jennie: Pregnancy, Fertility & Contraceptives With a Stoma 1:07:54

2y ago1:07:54

1:07:54

Can you get pregnant with a stoma? What are the contraceptive options when you have an ostomy? Amy and Jennie talk all about their journey with fertility, pregnancy and contraceptives with a stoma - including any issues and complications they've experienced, and receiving emotional support. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma…

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2.2. Louise & Liam: World IBD Day Special Edition | IBD, Manifestations & Symptoms That Aren't Spoken About 1:09:06

2y ago1:09:06

1:09:06

In our Special Edition Episode for World IBD Day, Louise & Liam speak about how IBD impacts their daily lives, along with the manifestations and symptoms that aren't typically spoken about. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma bag, Pelican ModaVi, over at www.pelicanhealthcare.co.uk…

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2.1. Jack & Chris: Sex, Intimacy & Erectile Dysfunction 58:46

2y ago58:46

58:46

How can having a stoma impact your sex life as a male? Can surgery cause erectile dysfunction? In this episode, Jack & Chris open up about how their sex lives have changed since having stoma surgery, and how they have dealt with new challenges. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare’s new innovative stoma pouch, Pelican ModaVi, over at www.pelicanmoda…

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1.10. Laura: Living With 2 Stomas 57:23

2+ y ago57:23

57:23

In this episode, Laura talks all about living life with 2 stomas, a Urostomy and Colostomy, along with her diagnosis with bladder cancer. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma pouch, Pelican ModaVi, over at www.pelicanmodavi.co.ukBy Pelican Healthcare

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1.9. Jenny: Dealing With Crohn's Disease 1:07:26

2+ y ago1:07:26

1:07:26

Crohn's Disease is a chronic condition that causes inflammation of the digestive tract. In this episode, Louise chats to Jenny about her journey with Crohn's Disease and the symptoms she experienced, from hair loss to ulcers. She also discusses how it led to her having a permanent stoma bag, along with the importance of raising awareness of IBD. Le…

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1.8. Richard, Danny & Rupert: Emergency Surgery & Living With IBD 1:03:43

2+ y ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Stoma surgery isn't always planned, which can sometimes mean adjusting to stoma life is more difficult to deal with. In this episode, Louise chats to Richard, Danny and Rupert on their experiences with having emergency surgery and coping with the unexpected shock. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma pouch, Pelican ModaVi, ove…

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1.7. Hannah: Leaks & Blockages With a Stoma 58:06

2+ y ago58:06

58:06

It's not uncommon to experience a leak or blockage with a stoma. Louise chats to Hannah all about dealing with leaks and blockages with a stoma. They share their experiences, advice on how to deal with leaks and blockages, and symptoms to look out for. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma pouch, Pelican ModaVi, over at www.pel…

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1.6. Samantha & Elissa: Sex After Stoma Surgery as a Woman 1:07:40

2+ y ago1:07:40

1:07:40

Sex and intimacy is an important part of life, and this shouldn't change after stoma surgery. A topic that isn't commonly discussed in the ostomy community, Louise is joined by Samantha & Elissa to discuss their experience having sex after surgery as a woman. They discuss the do's and don'ts, overcoming barriers, and share advice for those who may …

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1.5. Danny, Rupert & James: Men’s Mental Health With a Stoma 1:06:58

2+ y ago1:06:58

1:06:58

Adjusting to life after stoma surgery can be hard mentally. In this episode, Louise chats to Danny, Rupert and James about the mental health challenges they've dealt with from a male's perspective. They also talk about the ostomy community online and how it's helped them through their journey. Learn more about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative st…

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1.4. Shell & Ellie: Periods After Stoma Surgery 59:54

2+ y ago59:54

59:54

What are periods like after surgery? In this episode, Louise sits down with Shell and Ellie to discuss their experience having their first period after surgery and how their periods changed. They also discuss intimacy, contraceptives and having a smear test after surgery. Learn about Pelican Healthcare's new innovative stoma pouch, Pelican ModaVi, …

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1.3. Anna: Battle with Endometriosis 1:03:51

2+ y ago1:03:51

1:03:51

One in 10 women in the UK suffer from endometriosis, a condition where cells similar to the lining of the womb start to grow in other places. In this episode, Anna (@battlewithendo_ox) speaks openly about her battle with endometriosis and how it led to her having a permanent stoma bag. Anna discusses the journey to her diagnosis, the symptoms she e…

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1.2. Keith, Rachel & Angelina: Dealing with Challenges as an Ostomate 1:00:45

2+ y ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Living with a stoma can make daily tasks daunting, such as using public toilets, due to the general lack of understanding of invisible illnesses. In this episode, Keith, Rachel and Angelina share the challenges they've faced when using public toilets, and how the introduction of the #BeTheChange toilet signage will help overcome this. We also learn…

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1.1. Ant & Jack: Living Life with a Stoma as a Young Male 1:00:03

2+ y ago1:00:03

1:00:03

What is it like to go through Barbie Butt surgery? What is being in a new relationship after surgery like? Louise sits down with Ant (@ibdlife) and Jack (@ostomyjack) to learn all about their journeys living with IBD from a male's perspective. They discuss the details of their diagnosis, going through stoma surgery, and how it has impacted their li…

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E11: Anna Opens up About Her Journey to a Reversal and Back to a Stoma 46:29

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E9: Nikki Opens up About Adapting to Life as a New Ostomate 46:40

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E10: Chris Opens Up About Mental Health & Relationships With A Stoma 50:55

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E8: Jeremy Eakin on the Story of Eakin and the First Cohesive® Seal 42:37

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E7: Summer on Barbie Butt Surgery, Relationships & Body Confidence with a Stoma 47:07

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E6: Keith Shares How He Maintains a Positive Attitude With a Stoma, Raising Awareness & His Diabetes Diagnosis 51:05

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E5: Natalie Discusses Pregnancy, Contraceptives & Periods with Crohn's Disease 55:54

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E4: Ant's Ulcerative Colitis Story & Greatest Moments with a Stoma 52:56

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E3: Mohammad's Battle with Colon Cancer & Raising Awareness for Ethnic Minority Groups 43:34

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E2: Phillipa Opens Up About Almost Losing Her Life, Travelling With A Stoma & Changing Her Bag At 38,000 Feet 45:49

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E1: Navigating the Stoma World 47:33

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2.11: Chris: Working Life With A Stoma 1:00:18

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2.10. Rachel & Jennie: Mental Health With a Stoma 1:21:45

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2.9. Rachel: Caring For a Child With a Stoma 1:10:10

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2.8. Natalie-Amber: Life After a Reversal 52:35

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2.7. Sarah, Danny & Jennie: World Ostomy Day Special 1:10:51

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2.6. Phillipa & Ellie: Relationships & Dating With a Stoma 1:11:24

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2.5. Ellie & Ali: Barbie Butt Surgery 1:03:51

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2.4. Danny & Rachel: Gym, Fitness & Exercise With a Stoma 1:07:26

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2.3. Amy & Jennie: Pregnancy, Fertility & Contraceptives With a Stoma 1:07:54

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2.2. Louise & Liam: World IBD Day Special Edition | IBD, Manifestations & Symptoms That Aren't Spoken About 1:09:06

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2.1. Jack & Chris: Sex, Intimacy & Erectile Dysfunction 58:46

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1.10. Laura: Living With 2 Stomas 57:23

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1.9. Jenny: Dealing With Crohn's Disease 1:07:26

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1.8. Richard, Danny & Rupert: Emergency Surgery & Living With IBD 1:03:43

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1.7. Hannah: Leaks & Blockages With a Stoma 58:06

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1.6. Samantha & Elissa: Sex After Stoma Surgery as a Woman 1:07:40

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1.5. Danny, Rupert & James: Men’s Mental Health With a Stoma 1:06:58

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1.4. Shell & Ellie: Periods After Stoma Surgery 59:54

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1.3. Anna: Battle with Endometriosis 1:03:51

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1.2. Keith, Rachel & Angelina: Dealing with Challenges as an Ostomate 1:00:45

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1.1. Ant & Jack: Living Life with a Stoma as a Young Male 1:00:03

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