Creating Confidence: Living with a Stoma Bag

Heather, a vet technician, shares her journey from being diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer to creating stoma bag covers. Her love for animals and her own health challenges led her to innovate and support others with similar conditions. Through creativity and determination, Heather found purpose and empowerment, helping others feel confident and beautiful.

What does Heather refer to her home as?

• The land of the Misfits

• Animal Paradise

• Vet Haven

• Misfit Mansion

What was Heather's initial reaction to her cancer diagnosis?

• She was excited

• She was in disbelief

• She was indifferent

• She felt relieved

What motivated Heather to start sewing?

• She wanted to make clothes for her pets

• She needed a creative outlet during recovery

• She was inspired by a TV show

• She wanted to start a new hobby

How did Heather's friend Casey support her sewing journey?

• By organizing sewing classes

• By teaching her how to sew

• By buying her a sewing machine

• By sewing with her every day

What effect did Heather's bag covers have on others in the support group?

• They were indifferent

• They felt more self-conscious

• They were overjoyed and felt beautiful

• They disliked the designs

What does Heather feel when people thank her for her work?

• She feels embarrassed

• She feels like she has a purpose

• She feels overwhelmed

• She feels indifferent

How does Heather's doctor now approach her health?

• By focusing on percentages

• By focusing on her overall health

• By ignoring her condition

• By comparing her to other patients