Stoma & J Pouch Nutrition

Stoma & J pouch nutrition support is about helping you feel confident eating again after bowel surgery without fear, rigid food rules, or one-size-fits-all advice. Living with a stoma or a pouch can change digestion, appetite, hydration, and your relationship with food, and it’s common to feel overwhelmed by conflicting information online.

My approach focuses on supporting nourishment, energy, digestion, and confidence with food, while respecting that tolerance varies from person to person and often evolves over time. This support is grounded in both nutrition science and real-life experience, helping you move away from restriction and toward eating in a way that feels safe, sustainable, and supportive of your health.

Stoma nutrition support can help with:

Eating confidently with an ileostomy or colostomy
Reducing fear around food and reintroducing foods safely
Managing output, bloating, or digestive discomfort
Supporting hydration, electrolytes, and energy levels
Improving appetite and preventing unintentional weight loss
Navigating food choices after bowel or colorectal surgery
Building a balanced, flexible approach to eating that supports long-term wellbeing