Blog posts by Billie Anderson

Around 50% of people with a stoma or IBD count themselves as disabled (according to Billie’s recent poll), but struggle to explain why. In this blog, Billie explores her personal conflict with identifying as disabled…

Billie has been living with her temporary ileostomy for a while now and is enjoying ‘bag life’ but soon has to decide whether to go permanent or opt for a j-pouch.

Following surgical swelling after her stoma was formed, Billie thought she’d never enjoy fashion again – read how her body has adjusted and share her tips for confidently wearing whatever you want

Billie has recently returned from Ibiza where she had the time of her life. It was her first holiday as an ostomate and here she tells us what a great time she had, regardless of a few ignorant people.

Billie has been through a lot over the last 2 years. Here she shares some of what she’s learnt from her journey so far.

Billie had her colon removed and is finally living a normal life. Here she discusses what life was like for her pre-surgery and why she’s happy to be ‘one organ down’.