The first time I had an ileostomy, in 2007, I threw away all of my clothes. I bought joggers and baggy T-shirts, and I thought that’s just how it had to be.
In this blog, I talk about my trials and tribulations with underwear and clothing, and share what I’ve learnt along the way. I’ve also included links to some specialist clothing/underwear manufacturers for ostomates which you might like to check out!
Read it here.
Patient Advocacy 
[…] Being a bit lost in the clothing department is totally relatable to me. Trying to accommodate your new accessory can feel complicated. Not knowing whether to wear waistbands above or below. And of course, having to deal with the psychological impact of what your body just went through. I previously wrote about my experience, and shared tips and specialist clothing sites. […]
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[…] myself. I had experienced being unwell for a longer period, which had made me grateful for it. I didn’t throw away all my clothes. Instead, I ordered some ostomy support wear. Most of the time, I just wore a cheap tight vest top […]
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