Clothing Tips for Concealing an Ostomy Bag

I hope I’m posting this in the right forum. I’ve had my ileostomy for 1 month and I’m having a devil of a time with finding clothing where the ostomy bag doesn’t stand out. I’d appreciate any suggestions. Thank you. 😊 

Me too!

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Maternity pants. The forgiving high panel covers your bag, and any slightly loose top over them works very well.

Here are some sites to investigate:

https://ostomyclothingcompany.com/

https://www.ostomysecrets.com/

https://comfizz.com/

https://tytex.com/products

https://cuiwear.com/

https://movibrace.us/

I've had an ileostomy for 17 years now and swear by Spanx-like underwear to help minimize the profile of my ostomy. I'm always trying new versions that have just the right amount of support, and my current favorites are these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSD7Z8HR?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title. If your stoma is too high, these may run a little low on your stomach to completely cover your bag, but TJ Maxx and Nordstrom Rack typically have different versions you can try. 

For swimsuits, I have used a high-waisted bottom from Lands End and love it. I've never had to resort to maternity pants, but the concept is the same. 

Also, if you aren't already, use M9 order eliminator. It's a game-changer.

Good luck!

How to Manage Ostomy Leaks with LeeAnne Hayden | Hollister

Your ostomy bag is probably only really noticeable to you, unless you have a hernia making it really stick out. Finding the right clothing will be trial and error as each person has a different stoma location, physical differences, etc. But, if you're really worried about it, this will fix your problem...

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Before I get beat up by the women on here, yes, I'm joking. 😬😁 

Have you thought of getting an ostomy wrap? There is one you can look up called Ostomy Secrets. I have too. It helps support also when filled up because it has pockets for your bag to sit in on the inside. Just wear one of those instead of spending a lot on clothes and hassle to find out what works best.

Looks good to me.

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Hi X when i first got my ilieo. thats what i wore for the first couple years, but the track suits became popular and wind pants with elastic waist and sweat pants and i never went back to wearing bib overalls. 

Thanks 

I appreciate your sense of humor!

Thanks for the helpful info. 😀

Yes I ordered one on Amazon. Deliveries are disrupted by the hurricane. Thanks 😊 

I hope it comes in my size ...

Now, there is a fetching potato sack. I have seen many less attractive at high prices on less fetching women.