Clothing and Swimming with an Ostomy

Jeans

posted by #1gran

So for all af the female OstoMates out there,how hard is it to find a pair of jeans.I went boxing day shopping wiyh my 24 year old daughter and 2 of her friends(the same age of my daughter)we had a great time but when we tried on jeans(14.00 a p...

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Swimming With A Stoma

posted by Snrterry

Hi I am trying to contact any one who lives in the UK Blackpool area, to ask them about swimming pools sutable for us with a Stoma.

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Clothes

posted by Sven

So I've never had it explained to me, and it makes me feel a little foolish for having to ask, but how do you manage wearing pants with a bag? I always wind up leaving my bag to hang outside my pants because I keep worrying that it'll fill up to...

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Swim Suit Seasons Coming- What Do We Do?! (panic)

posted by Anonymous

Swim suit season is always a trigger for most people- the image they have of themselves showing more skin. Some people are comfortable in a bikini, others perfer a one peice and others the tank-ini. &n...

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Jeans

posted by Kayakjan

Have had my Ostomy since the end of July. Still trying to figure out how to wear my jeans. Any ideas? I'm not into hipsters by the way.

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Clothing-pants/skirts

posted by Nagual88

Hi everyone, I still can't figure out how to wear pants. If I wear them too low it pushes up on the adhesive when I sit and loosens the base. If I wear them just above my ostomy bag they pull down on the stoma and I get blisters at the base of m...

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How Do You Swim W/ A Bag?

posted by sweetkat

I know this sounds like a stupid question, but I have a two piece bag, I change the wafer thingy once-twice a week and the bags I just put on take off and throw away, no mess no nothing, nice actually, but I love to swim and get scared that if i...

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Swimming And Exercise

posted by Anonymous

I am going to finally get released in a couple of months back to the gym. I had a permanent ostomy in March and many complications, but I am so ready to go back to my life again. Question: If you have...

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Underwear - Can I Keep Using My Comfy Cotton Hanes?

posted by MassMikMouse

Hi there Brand new to the forum, and I have a quick question. Do I have to go out and purchase all new underwear, or can I say with my comfy cotton Hanes? My ileal conduit surgery is scheduled for 3/6, and I believe my dx is a neurogenic bladd...

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The Freedom To Swim Much As I Want

posted by lightbright

I would like to know if anyone with a ileostomy w a colostomy how they deals w their setup while being immersed in bathtub & swimming pool. I have had my setup since 1997. But just haven't accessed helpful information BC had lots of little illn...

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Clothing

posted by Anonymous

I've been wearing pants that are two sizes to big, in order to accommodate my appliance, for the last 12 years. I read someones post a few weeks ago and they suggested maternity pants. Well, I came out of the dressing room with a BIG SMILE on my...

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Swimming

posted by Quietdreamer28

This is my first stoma summer and I just bought a new one piece swim suit yesterday. I am wondering for those of you that do swim, when you do, do you have to change to a new bag that same day or not too far after? I know the wafer is meant to a...

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Sexy Underwear

posted by Anonymous

hi there ladies,i just wanted to bring up the topic of sexy underwear,i have a few questions,do you girls miss the sexy underwear lingerie companies such as anne summers and la senza offer? ive noticed theres a few companies out there that offer...

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Ostomy Lifestyle Underwear Model - Rosemary

posted by mark

Here is another great video I found on YouTube:

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Clothing Improvement

posted by gazza57

Dear Friend, My name is Lindy Hughes. I am a retired tailoress currently living in Mid Wales, UK. I had a colostomy five years ago and now lead a full and active life. Ever since my operation, I have found that I have a problem with my colos...

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Swimming

posted by tim1948

Was in my daughters swimming pool for 2-3 hrs last Sat. First time in 3 yrs since my stoma was installed. It was Great. My wafer is fine, as a matter of fact, I am still wearing the same one today, (Wed). &n...

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Swimming Products

posted by Krlstl

Hi, I've got my first holiday since surgery six months ago booked - going to Florida in a month or so. Most of the trip is based around watersports. Are there any products I can get, like waistbands, bag covers etc that will keep my bag dry whe...

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Aquafit Or Swimming With Large Hernia?

posted by supernan

Hi all, I was just wondering if anyone else out there has ever been given any guidance on swimming or doing Aquafit with a large (well, the size of half a melon!) hernia? I am desperately trying to lose weight an...

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Swimming And Diet

posted by bikergrammy

Hello there, everyone. Once again I'm compelled to ask a question about how some of you handle a particular situation, i.e swimming. My mother had irreversible illeostomy surgery almost 2 years ago. Before she had the surgery, she e...

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Post Colostomy Clothing

posted by Dynodon

I had my colostomy august 2013, I was a jeans man, tall slim built. Has anyone else encountered a problem with wearing jeans? The colostomy was a life changing event in a lot of ways this is only one of my issues. I currently only wear elastic w...

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Swimming

posted by kmt

hi & thank you for the tips on irritated skin. What' everybody doing about swimming, is there a good cover to wear?

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Back Fromholiday/swimming/etc.

posted by beatrice

Hi all ... did ya miss me ? Just got back from a couple of weeks at the lake (interior of B.C. - much hotter weather than where I live on the coast). First real trip since my ileo in Dec. 09. And a reality check too. My energy/p...

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Swimming

posted by wookie2005

Hi Everyone, Just would like some help or information when it comes to what everyone uses when it comes to swimming? I am about to experiance my first summer with my Iliestomy and my god here in perth on wednesday was 37 degress and i was so u...

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Swimming With Ostomy

posted by Bosco

I'm rather new at this and would like to know how others handle swimming when you have an ostomy--especially the men? My wife and I are going on a cruise in about 2 weeks and I am really anxious about swimming. My colostomy...

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Ostomy Bag And Tight Clothing?

posted by Anonymous

Hello all, I have just had my op, I'm three weeks into my recovery and doing quite well by all accounts. There's just a few things I am a bit worried about, if any body could help it would be greatly appreciated. First off before my op I was t...

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Swimming With A Discreet Bag

posted by Anonymous

I happend to live in an island in the med, where from June to September, we can go swimming daily. The problem was, that I was unable to fully hide my appliance, underneath my trunks. What I did was to cut the flange hole , off centre, elongate...

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Swimwear

posted by isabella

hi all does anyone know where to get a swimsuit .i m due to go on holiday later in the year and have never managed to get a decent swimsuit that does actually hide the bag,i did buy one from a company in the uk who make ostomy produc...

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Clothing Product To Cover Ostomy Bag Under Clothes

posted by lanabana

Hi, I have read several different posts in which people reccomend different yummie tummie products, spanx products, and other things such as this. I am not sure which one to get or which one works best and these are things I dont think you can t...

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Different Products For Swimming Etc...help!

posted by Tink75

Hi again! I have only had my sodomy for a little over 8yrs and am still trying to figure things out after yrs to stay away from certain things for fear of the appliance leaking. One of those things is swimming. My appliance doesn't like ...

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Finally, Jeans That Fit!

posted by GraphX12

To all that have problems wearing jeans: It has been 3 years since my ileostomy surgery and I have fought the battle of blue jeans ever since. I loathe cooler/cold weather because shorts are so much more comfortable than blue jeans (and summers...

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Urostomy Clothes

posted by vpl

How do you manage to find smart clothes to wear following a urostomy? I can’t wear my bag over trousers and cover it with a floppy shirt or jumper as it fills up so quickly and its heavy. I have to tuck it inside to support the weig...

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Clothing

posted by Shelly2011

I am wondering if other women and men had issues with their clothing once they had ileostomy surgery? I am a 34 year old female and when I had my ostomy surgery, the stoma was in a different place when I woke up than the mark that was made on me...

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Clothing For Men - How Do I Dress?

posted by Anonymous

I just had my emergency surgery just over a month ago, and came off the wound vac less than a week ago. The incision is still closing and the scar forming. I now have a colostomy that may be able to be reversed in a few months. I was also laid o...

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How Do I Wear Clothes With A Belt?

posted by HungryHamster

Hello, I'm new to having an ileostomy (surgery on 17/3/17) and I'm a bit concerned about how I would go about wearing clothes with a belt. I don't see how I can wear a belt without constricting the bag and either causing issues or causing me to...

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The Bag, Clothes And A Bit Of Food

posted by toodie

I am new to the land of ostomy and I feel the Ostomy nurses don't share as much as I can read on here. So I have a few questions... Do I need to support the bag? i.e. Do I need to wear a belt or is it okay to let the bag hang freely? My stoma i...

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Swimming In The Dead Sea Israel

posted by OZ_osty

Hi all, Just wondering if there are any ostomates who have travelled to Israel and swam in the Dead Sea. I know they warn people not to open their eyes under the water there because it is so concentrated with salt. I wanted to know if an...

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Swimming

posted by stace20

Hello I not hady ileostomy long. I'm just wondering can I go swimming ? Or do I need wear certain things ?

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Barbie Butt Clothes To Wear After A Permanent Ostomy

posted by frenchie1931

what is Barbie butt and can you explain this too me I am having a permanent bag put on also have a fistula. also any advice on clothes to wear that are comfortable and not visible of the bag also can I lay in the pool safely

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Ostomy And Swimming

posted by mohouser

Does anyone know of something that actually works for swimming? When I bath or swim my skin barrier loosens. Does anyone know of a way to keep it dry during wet activities?

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Has Anyone Worn A Stealth Belt For Swim?ming

posted by cancernomore

I really need to get back to exercsing, but the best one for me is swimming due to joints. Has anyone worn a stealth belt?

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Swimming For Men...

posted by Wyle

Hi, my stoma is quite high (above belly button) & I was wondering what the men on here wear when swimming. It is not really practical to wear high waistband swimmers (would look REALLY stupid) Thanks

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Swimming And Illiostomies

posted by Runner3

Any competitive swimmers out there? I just started a swim class to build endurance and ability to compete in Triantalons. I have had my osteomyelitis for 28 years and just got back in pool in 2016. Big step for me. Any advice? My biggest s...

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Holiday Swimwear For Men

posted by noehlx

Holidays Hi all i will be going on holiday in a few weeks and need to get some swimwear (shorts)that will cover my stoma anyone any ideas where i can order them from? Only had my operation 2 months ago so none of last years will do i &nbs...

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Swimming

posted by drfields24

hi everyone....thanks so much for answering my questions. Bear with me as this is new to me......what is the best way to secure my bag so I can get in the pool?

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Keep Appliances On While Bathing, Swimming And Showering!

posted by Tomsha

Hi ALL: I recently signed up for this site and have had an Ileostomy since December 2010. I have read so many postings about others asking questions on how others keep their appliances on while bathing, swimming and showering. I hop...

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Swimming

posted by livinnandlearnin

I haven't attempted swimming with my ostomy yet. I've seen special bathing suits and various kinds of equipment such as belts, etc. Can anyone give me tips/suggestions on what to get? I want to start swimming for...

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What Clothes Can I Wear?

posted by buckrdoe

What clothes can be worn with an iliostomy other then elastic waste stuff? I'm so tired of sweat pants and don't want my bag popping with jeans..

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Swimming And Skin Care

posted by Sunny1978

I have been in the pool a lot this summer and it seems like everytime I change my appiance, I have a rash on my skin. Not sure if it's caused by the swimming and chemicals in the pool or maybe just because it's wet for a while. I do my best to ...

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Clothes Pins & Tape

posted by shitzengiggles

Hey everybody. 'k so stupid here didn't know that when you type here in really big fonts ( so I can see what I typed ) it gets posted that way oops ! Just wanted to mention something I found ( or maybe you all kno...

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Clothing

posted by Firefly

Is it possible that tight clothing (stretch jeans) would be harmful for an iliostomy?

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Bathing Suits...

posted by miss catalyst

Summer is comming! I was wondering, how many of you women wear a bikini, or a full one piece? And men, how many just wear trunks? When it comes to an ostomy, it takes a lot of confidence to show it off(in my opinion.) Also i was wondering would ...

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Great New Clothing Product For Ostomates! Trendy Top

posted by Jamo

Greetings fellow Ostomates! I had my operation 2 years ago this August and have been searching for something comfortable and affordable for daily wear to help camouflage and secure my ostomy bag. I'm tired of having to wear my short...

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Cover Or Cloths

posted by Bobbie an

I would love to make or have ostomy covers but I am not sure how to make them do any of you do this and if so how

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Swimming With Dolphins

posted by rottgroom

going to Nassau and really want to swim with the dolphins, I have a colostomy any suggestions

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James Jeans?

posted by kamalpreet11

Where can i buy Twiggy High Class Skinny Jeans james jeans in black or blue? Any recommendations would be helpful!!

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Swimming

posted by blessedtobealive50

I wish I knew what to do in order to go swimming or attempt to go swimming with my kids in a swimming pool?. I heard its best to go swimming only in the ocean or lake........that is one thing I would like to

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I Went Swiming, No Leaks! Yeah

posted by mara727

Im on fb and saw a guy swiming with stoma seal. first time I swam in years! the company doesnt take insurance but I asked for a discount. NJ heat is crazy and I feel so much better.

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Swimwear

posted by Anonymous

Hi ostomates! Because the summer is here I want to ask you if you know a good site with swimwear for men.

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Underwear

posted by michrob

I have had a bag for about four years and have had difficulty finding the right underwear. I am not looking for silk or a thong you understand but some item that will support the bag and my nether regions but not look hideous. Has anyone any...

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Were Can I Get High Waisted Jeans To Help Cover My Bag

posted by tony1.984

i could do with some help pls with were to buy some high waisted jeans. i need to get some jeans to help cover my ileostomy bag. i can't find any - my stoma is just higher than my belly button

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Ordering Underwear Etc

posted by blessedtobealive50

Can anyone please suggest where I can purchase underwear etc at a reasonable price? thank you< >

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Clothing Options For Men - A Detailed Guide!

posted by VeganOstomy

I hope this video helps all the men who are still wearing track pants and an untucked shirt because of their ostomy :) http://youtu.be/dZkP5koouQs

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Boy's Underwear

posted by Hanaleah

HI: I wish I could remember what forum I found you. I looked at a few but I didn't find you. I cannot thank you enough for your suggestion. I have not been this comfortable in a long time. I was wearing ostomysecret and they were real...

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Clothing

posted by Golfaddict

A question for UK Men - I need to find an alternative provider for high waist trousers so my stoma falls below the waist band - looks like Chums are not getting new stock, does anyone know another company that sells them or what do others use?

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Clothing

posted by airforce1

Hi all can anyone give me a good sit to look at underwear for illeostomys people

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Ostomate Ads For Clothing, Etc.

posted by life lover

How come this ostomy underwear model doesn't have a pouch? Not only should ostomy models have ( or put one onif they don't) a pouch, but I think the model should depict the pouch full; right before we empty it. Then the product will really...

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Important Question About Clothing

posted by lanabana

Hi, I have to go to a baby naming in a week and a half and I am very nervous about what to wear. These are all family but they all live out of state, and I havent seen any of them since before the surgery in May. My bag tends to have everything...

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Clothing

posted by bluejamiesmom

This is mainly to Lester -- and anybody else that can give me info. Where can I find the website or any info on the "Ostomy Belt" that Lester mentioned in his post??

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Underwear

posted by markymarc1979

I decided I was fed up with my stoma sticking out like a sore thumb, I kept thinking people are staring at this unusual bump under my t-shirt. So i decided to try these boxers from Comfizz and they are excellent, my bag feels so secur...

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Urinary Incontinence And Swimming

posted by katburt

I will ultimately have a urostomy, however, in the meantime i am diapered and completely incontinent. Any advice on a swim diaper would be wonderful. Going to the Ocean in February.

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Wearing Clothes

posted by Jennifer26

I am a little behind on reading some blogs, but for those who have trouble wearing the pouch I roll my pouch up and stick it in my underwear. I have a small waist and I am able to do so. I w...

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