This topic is about a practical tip for women with an ostomy to keep their clothing clean while emptying their pouch. A female ostomate shares her method of tucking the hem of her shirt under her bra to keep it out of the way. Here are some helpful insights and advice from the discussion:

1. The original method involves lifting the hem of a shirt, blouse, or sweater and tucking it under the bra band. This keeps the fabric out of the way, allows both hands to be free, speeds up the process, and helps keep clothing clean.

2. When at home and not wearing a bra, the original poster finds this method doesn't work and seeks alternatives.

3. The original poster is curious about how others manage to keep their shirts lifted without them falling, as she needs both hands free.

4. She is interested in trying to empty the pouch while standing but is concerned about making a mess. To address this, she carries a small zipper bag with disinfectant wipes for cleaning public toilet seats.

Here are some additional tips and alternatives shared by others:

- Many women already use the basic method of tucking the hem under their bra or "under the boobs," which helps keep shirts cleaner and prevents wrinkles.

- For those not wearing a bra or with a smaller bust, consider these alternatives:
1. Wear a stretchy singlet or camisole and roll everything up to act like a band.
2. Use a bag-clip or chip-clip to gather and clamp the hem.
3. Secure the hem with a claw-type hair clip or an elastic hair band to the neckline or collar.
4. Pull the shirt up over the head, resting it around the neck, or simply take the shirt off.
5. Tuck the hem under the chin or into the shirt’s own collar to create a "crop top."

- Extra considerations include remembering to untuck the shirt before leaving the restroom and managing cold-weather scarves in public restrooms.

- For emptying while standing:
1. Some members prefer standing, especially in porta-potties, train engines, or dirty restrooms; kneeling is another option.
2. Longer pouches can make standing easier, with one user mentioning the Coloplast 15821 long bag.
3. Stand close to the bowl to avoid backsplash.