This topic is all about finding practical and convenient ways to carry an emergency ostomy kit for those on the go. If your everyday handbag is too small, here are some helpful suggestions to consider:

1. Purse and Handbag Solutions
- Consider switching to a larger purse or satchel. Many people find oversized handbags or overnight bags to be quite handy.
- A cross-body nylon satchel, like those from Baggu, can keep your hands free and is less bulky than a backpack.
- Diaper-bag–style backpacks offer multiple pockets and can be a stylish and functional choice.
- Use zip-top cosmetic or toiletry travel bags to keep supplies organized inside any larger purse.

2. Backpack Solutions
- A small day-pack or mini-backpack can comfortably hold a full change kit plus extras. Here’s an example of what you might include:
- Hollister 2-piece precut wafer, 2 pouches, 3 disposal bags
- 2 barrier rings, adhesive-remover pads, Hypafix tape roll, Q-tips
- Paper towels, 2 pairs of gloves, small scissors & mirror, toothpicks
- Stoma powder, five 3M Cavilon swabs, bar of Cetaphil soap, travel Purell, sanitizing wipes

3. Minimal-Carry Options
- Fold a spare drainable 1-piece pouch and keep it in a pants or coat pocket; this has worked for over 30 years for some.
- Use Zip-lock bag kits: separate sets for each stoma, zipped inside a purse or coat; used bags and wipes go back into the same Zip-lock for disposal.
- A single Ziploc with wipes, a precut pouch, and scissors can be kept in a coat pocket.

4. Car and Workplace Stashes
- Some people store a complete change in their car trunk, truck, or desk and rotate stock every 6 months, ensuring it’s kept out of direct sunlight.
- Be cautious of high-heat storage, as it can damage supplies.

5. Disposal on the Go
- Keep a black biodegradable bag in your kit; after changing, seal everything inside and dispose of it in any trash can.

6. Extra Clothing
- It’s wise to keep a spare outfit, like yoga pants and a hand towel, in the car for large leaks.

7. Manufacturer-Provided Travel Bags
- Convatec often includes a roomy travel bag with first orders; contact them if you didn’t receive one.

8. Miscellaneous Gear and Brands
- Coloplast Brava protective sheets
- Hypafix tape (BSN Medical)
- 3M Cavilon skin-protection swabs
- Cetaphil bar soap (Galderma)
- Purell hand sanitizer (GOJO)
- Ziploc plastic bags (SC Johnson)
- Baggu nylon satchels
- A user-invented portable in-car emptying device for hiking or rural travel

9. Mindset and Frequency Notes
- Always carry at least one spare pouch, even if you rarely need it. Complacency can eventually backfire.
- Some report needing their emergency kit only twice in nine years, but the peace of mind is worth the space.