This topic is about two simple and affordable items that can make ostomy care a bit easier: Hypafix tape and clothespins. These everyday items can help manage some of the common challenges faced by those with an ostomy.

- Hypafix tape is a hypoallergenic fabric tape that is similar to the material used on many wafer backings. It can be used to secure the edges of a wafer when they start to lift, which can extend the wear time and is gentle on the skin. You can find it in most local pharmacies, even in smaller towns.

- A wooden or plastic clothespin can be a handy tool to keep in your pocket, handbag, or bathroom. It acts like a "third hand" to hold shirts or other clothing out of the way while you empty or clean your pouch.

Here are some helpful tips and insights:

1. Keep several clothespins in convenient places like the bathroom, your travel kit, or even in a campground or vacation restroom.

2. Many people have found the clothespin idea useful and now use them daily to keep their clothing clear while managing their pouch.

3. As an alternative to clothespins, you can use a "shirt holder" from C3Life.com, which is sometimes available for free during promotions. It has clips on both sides, is comfortable, and can hang on the bathroom door.

4. Hypafix tape is highly recommended by nurses and users for:
- Reinforcing wafer edges and preventing them from lifting too soon.
- Its versatility in securing absorbent pads over wounds or other medical dressings.
- Being hypoallergenic, making it suitable for sensitive skin.
- Being available for free from some ET/WOC nurses or easily found in drugstores.

5. Those who have had trouble with appliance adhesion in the past are considering adding Hypafix tape to their regular supply list.