87 episodes
The Beautiful Bag LeeAnne Hayden
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- Health & Fitness
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4.8 • 16 Ratings
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The Beautiful Bag is a Podcast for anyone who is in an Ostomy, may have to be in one and those that want to learn more about what life is like living in one. Each week I will be hosting a guest, sharing a story or educating you on what it is all about. I am happy to have you here!
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Swimming with an Ostomy
In this week's episode I discuss tips and tricks for swimming with an Ostomy.
Finding confidence to do it Personal story on my first time in the pool What to wear How to make sure everything is on correctly How to avoid leaks The benefits of swimming www.steathbelt.com
Follow LeeAnne on Instagram @leeannehayden , on Facebook @leeannehayden07 or on her website leeannehayden.com -
Born with Spina Bifida; Finding Freedom with an Ostomy with guest Brock Masters
In this week's episode, I speak with Brock Masters. Brock was born with Spina Bifida and has overcome so much. We talk about:
- How perception is reality
- Fitness
- Mindset
- Getting his freedom
- Volunteering
- Being part of a community
and so much more!
US Youth Camp - https://youthrally.org
Canadian Youth Camp - https://www.ostomycanada.ca/ostomy-canada-youth-camp/
Find Brock on Instagram @brocknessmonsterr or email him at Brock.Masters@hollister.com
Follow LeeAnne on Instagram @leeannehayden or on her website www.leeannehayden.com
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The kid with a bag with Oliver Kaye
In this week's episode, I speak with Oliver also known as The Kid with a Bag on Instagram. We discuss:
- Being diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis as a teenager
- Having a permanent Ileostomy in June 2020
- Playing sports with an Ostomy
- Positively using social media to raise awareness for chronic and invisible illnesses
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Two Cancer Diagnosis leads to an Ostomy with guest Dave (a big burly man)
In this week's episode, I had the privilege to sit down with Dave, who had sent me a wonderful email regarding his story.
In this episode we discuss:
- Receiving 2 separate cancer diagnoses
- Emotions of being a man in an ostomy
- Advocating for himself
- Listening to his body
- The importance of asking questions
- Writing the questions down and bringing them to the DR.
- Having great faith and a support system
and so much more! Listen in and let me know your takeaways!
@leeannehayden on Instagram or www.leeannehayden.com
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Ask the Dr. - for those with an Ostomy
In this week's episode I bring back Dr. Joga Ivatury. We discuss:
- the differences between an Ileostomy vs a Colostomy
- Ulcerative Colitis & Crohns
- When to seek medical help
- Listening to your body
- How to connect with stoma nurses
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Dealing with emotions with an ostomy
During my Sunday morning long walk in nature I decided to share some emotions that I have been personally going through. Along with some insight on how to get through the trauma we all have been through.
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Reach out to me on Instagram @leeannehayden or to my website leeannehayden.com to connect.
Customer Reviews
Amazing podcast!
Such great stories and inspiration for ostomates, family, caregivers etc. ❤️
Inspiring Forum!
Thank you for sharing and being bold with your beautiful bag!
Gives people hope
Thank you Leeanne for providing this platform for us to share our stories. This is already developing into a community that can help one another. Sharing our stories gives others hope.