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Leah Cheramie, RN, BSN, CWOCN
Hi, I’m Leah Cheramie — a Certified Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse… and someone who has been living with a permanent end ileostomy for more than 14 years. My story with ostomies began long before I ever considered nursing as a career.
I was just 13 when I received my first loop ileostomy after being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. I spent my teenage years navigating high school, friends, and everyday life with an ostomy — figuring out what worked, what didn’t, and how to keep going on the days it felt especially hard.
By the end of my freshman year of college, my large intestine was so frequently inflamed that I made the choice to have it removed. That surgery gave me my permanent end ileostomy — and, as it turns out, shaped the course of my life in ways I never expected.
Living with an ostomy has taught me more than I can put into words. I learned the practical day-to-day realities of living with an ostomy, but also the emotional landscape: the uncertainty, the adjustment, the resilience, and the hope. I know the small victories that mean everything, and I understand the moments when it feels overwhelming.
It was this lived experience that fueled my desire to become a clinical professional. I wanted to stand alongside others facing these challenges, offering not just medical guidance, but empathy, encouragement, and real-world solutions. As a CWOCN, I bring both my professional expertise and my personal understanding to every interaction, helping people feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Alongside my co-founder Rosie, OstoMyCare LLC was started with one mission: to provide passionate care with personal solutions. We believe every person with an ostomy deserves to live a confident, independent life — not just surviving, but thriving. Our work is rooted in compassion, experience, and the belief that life with an ostomy can still be full, joyful, and without limits.
If you’re reading this and you’re new to an ostomy, in the middle of your journey, or supporting someone who is, I want you to know: you’re not alone. I’ve been there — and I’m here to help you find your way forward.
Rosie Mallet, RN, MSN, CWOCN
My journey into ostomy care began in nursing school, where a simulation exercise—complete with stoma marking and wearing an ostomy pouch—opened my eyes and heart to the lived experience of those with an ostomy. That simple but powerful activity helped me “walk in my patient’s shoes,” and it left a lasting impression. When I began working as a nurse on a step-down unit caring for patients with complex abdominal wounds and ostomies, my interest grew into a passion. With the encouragement of the wound and ostomy nurses around me, I eventually transitioned into the specialty myself. It felt like a natural evolution—one that combined technical skill with human connection.
Over the years, I’ve found that ostomy care is as much an art as it is a science. I love the creativity involved in finding the unique fit for each individual. No two bodies or lives are exactly the same, and I see my role not just as a provider of care, but as a guide on your ostomy journey. Anyone can be shown how to put on an ostomy bag—but my goal is to offer something deeper. A great guide gives context, fosters curiosity, and builds confidence. That’s the kind of care I strive to provide for every person.
My personal philosophy centers on making the experience of learning to live with an ostomy not just manageable, but empowering. I believe education should happen in a space where people feel safe to ask questions, express fears, and even laugh a little. Ostomates are some of the most resilient and good-humored people I’ve met, and it’s been a privilege to be known as someone’s “poop friend”—a person they trust with their most vulnerable moments without judgment. I believe with the right support, having an ostomy can be a transition marked by strength, self-discovery, and renewed confidence.