Part of New Beginnings Living with an Ostomy
You're not
alone.
Beyond the Bag shares survivor-led resources, education, advocacy, and hope for people living with an ostomy—and everyone who walks beside them.
Today's Affirmation
“You are stronger than your scar.”
Community Update
A new Beyond the Bag book is coming in December 2026.
Upcoming details will be announced soon.
Past Event Update
Photos from the September 19, 2026 Book Relaunch Luncheon are coming soon and will be added to the website.
Walk Sponsorships
Help carry survivor-led hope into March 2027.
Sponsorship opportunities for our March 2027 walk are coming soon. Details will be announced soon.
March 2027 Walk
Sponsorship opportunities are coming soon.
Sponsorship opportunities for our March 2027 walk are coming soon. Details will be announced soon.
Education
Practical, survivor-led information for real life with an ostomy.
Our Purpose
Real stories.
Real strength.
Real hope.
Beyond the Bag turns lived experience into connection. As part of New Beginnings Living with an Ostomy, we make room for honest conversations, useful tools, and a community that understands.
Community
Support for survivors, caregivers, and families.
Advocacy
More awareness, dignity, and confidence for every journey.
Support the Mission
Get the Book. Grab a Ticket. Support the Mission.
Shop books, e-books, event tickets, and support resources that directly fund ostomy education, advocacy, and hope.
Trusted by the Community
What Our Community Is Saying
“Stephanie’s story gave me the courage to stop hiding. I wore my first swimsuit in years after reading her work. This community is everything.”
— Maria T.
ostomy survivor, NJ
“I was terrified when my son came home from surgery. Beyond the Bag gave our whole family the tools to understand what he was going through. We don’t feel alone anymore.”
— James R.
caregiver, PA
“The resources here are unlike anything I found in a doctor’s office. Real talk, real experience. Stephanie lives this mission every single day.”
— Roxanne C.
UOAA advocate