This topic is about finding a lightweight, stretchy wrap to keep an ostomy pouch flat and discreet under clothing. The goal is to find something that is not too thick or restrictive, yet can stretch as the pouch fills, holding it snugly against the body. Here are some helpful ideas and suggestions:

1. Custom or DIY Ideas
- Check out Etsy for sellers who make ultra-light wraps or can sew to your specifications. This can also give you design ideas if you want to make your own.
- Purchase sheer cotton/spandex jersey fabric from Joann Fabrics and replicate a pattern from Ostomy Secrets. Some people sew simple tubes at home.
- Use the waistband section from pantyhose or cut up inexpensive Lycra cycling or running shorts for a quick, breathable, and cost-effective solution.

2. Low-Cost Commercial Substitutes
- Look for women’s tube tops or "girls seamless bandeau" on Amazon, which are also available at dollar stores in Canada. They are very stretchy, come in multiple colors, and are long-lasting, usually costing less than $10.
- Tummy sleeves or belly bands from maternity shops are lighter and longer than bandeaus, cover larger pouches, and often include a non-slip band.
- Amazon offers ostomy wraps with built-in pockets for around $15.

3. Purpose-Built Ostomy Wraps & Belts
- CUI in the UK makes wraps that fasten with Velcro and can produce custom sizes, though the fabric may stretch out over time.
- NuHope and Stealth Belt offer belts with a hole for the pouch flange. The horizontal Stealth Belt can help with thicker output on some body types and works better on flatter bellies.
- Pouchwear provides a diagonal Stealth-style belt that is looser than the horizontal model, improving flow and making it easy to empty. It’s also good for activities like swimming or golf.

4. Fit, Flow & Pancaking Tips
- If a new wrap feels too tight and restricts flow, try washing it a few times. Aim for a fit that is tight on the top and bottom but loose in the middle.
- Using a convex wafer can help keep output away from the stoma and reduce pancaking. Folding the bottom edge of a long wrap under the pouch creates a cradle effect, making the bag feel almost weightless.
- Heat can be a concern, so maternity wraps and thin cotton/spandex DIY versions are the coolest options.