This topic is all about finding comfortable clothing options for someone who has recently had surgery and now has a right-sided ileostomy. The person is looking for advice on how to dress comfortably and confidently, especially as they adjust to their new body image and prepare for colder weather. Here are some helpful tips and insights shared by others:

- Consider buying trousers one or two sizes larger or opt for styles with stretch fabric. Use braces or suspenders to keep them up without pressing on the wafer.
- Elastic-waist exercise pants, yoga pants, sweatpants, leggings, capris, and pull-on slacks are great options as they avoid zippers and rigid waistbands. Some recommended brands include Nike, Adidas, Kim & Co, JJill, Earl Jeans, Gloria Vanderbilt, LLBean, and Jag Jeans.
- Maternity jeans or pants can offer front stretch and built-in support, which might be worth trying, especially during the healing phase.
- Skirts and dresses are easy to wear, especially midi or longer lengths paired with tunics, long tops, jackets, or cardigans to hide lines and bulges.
- For cold weather, leggings with long sweaters and knee-high boots are popular choices.
- At home, hospital scrubs, loose joggers, or pajama bottoms provide pain-free wear.

For underwear and support garments:
- High-waisted boy-shorts, full briefs, bikinis, and spandex “granny panties” can hold the pouch close and smooth the profile.
- The “double-brief” trick involves sewing two identical briefs together to form a pocket, which can help manage the pouch.
- Commercial ostomy supports like Comfizz waistbands, Ostomysecrets pocket bands, and stretchy lycra wraps are regularly recommended.
- Thigh-high stockings can replace pantyhose to avoid a tight waistband over the stoma.

For DIY clothing alterations:
- You can remove the waistband of jeans, scoop out a lower curve over the stoma, and re-attach it with stretchy cotton and elastic for a normal look.
- Moving trouser buttons or keeping drawstrings loosely tied can prevent restriction.

Pouch management tips include:
- Leaving a little air in the pouch or covering the vent with a sticker to reduce vacuum and prevent pancaking under snug clothes.
- Emptying the pouch frequently and positioning it between the thighs or through high-cut underwear.
- Using extra tape or adhesive strips if waistbands cross the wafer.

For healing and confidence:
- Tenderness is normal at three months post-op, so use soft fabrics until scars and blisters settle.
- Support garments, especially from Comfizz and Ostomysecrets, can greatly boost confidence for working, public speaking, and socializing.
- Trial and error, along with help from a good sales assistant or tailor, are key. Once you find a style that works, consider buying multiple colors.