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Posted 3/24/2017 6:10 PM (GMT 0)
Hello All,

I'm doing some research on ostomy wraps and would love your input.

I'm looking for ostomy wraps for running and for holding the wafer in place throughout the day. So far, I found some comfortable, well-designed body shaper underwear at Target that fit me well, hide the wafer even when it's full and that I will use under my dress for a party.

1. How do you know when an ostomy wrap is too tight?

2. Are maternity wraps good alternatives to ostomy wraps?

3. Ostomysecrets.com offers ostomy wraps with pockets for the wafer. Do the pockets make a big difference?

4. What wraps or shorts or gear do you wear when you go running? Do you have trouble with the wrap staying in place? Is it better to run with shorts that you can wear over the wafer instead of a wrap?

5. What kind of ostomy gear or alternatives can I find at Target or Wal-Mart or Amazon?

6. Do you have anything else to add?

I'm trying to stock up on gear in the US before I head back home to Denmark next week.

Thanks!
Posted 3/24/2017 8:48 PM (GMT 0)
1. How do you know when an ostomy wrap is too tight?

Wraps don't usually get too tight (you would notice!), but tighter wraps do tend to restrict the flow of output for me.

2. Are maternity wraps good alternatives to ostomy wraps?

You can wear them, but they won't be nearly as good as an ostomy wrap because the bag will show on the bottom

3. Ostomysecrets.com offers ostomy wraps with pockets for the wafer. Do the pockets make a big difference?

Yes, big difference. And I do like the Ostomysecrets wraps

4. What wraps or shorts or gear do you wear when you go running? Do you have trouble with the wrap staying in place? Is it better to run with shorts that you can wear over the wafer instead of a wrap?

I like to wear my bag sideways (for many reasons), so I usually wear something like a StealthBelt. It offers me better support than wraps.

5. What kind of ostomy gear or alternatives can I find at Target or Wal-Mart or Amazon?

Maternity wraps or similar products usually. Anything high waisted may also work, but the stuff made for ostomates nearly always work better for me.

6. Do you have anything else to add?

Happy running!

Post Edited (VeganOstomy) : 3/24/2017 3:06:15 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 3/24/2017 8:50 PM (GMT 0)
I would be interested to know what underwear you found at target.

I got the maternity band that Target carries and use that when I wear dresses or more fitted tops. I like them because they aren't too snug but do hold the bag securely against me and smooth things out so you can't see it. I don't use any of the specific ostomy wraps with pockets. I use the Mio and don't feel like I need the extra support as long as the bag is secure against me. I think some like the added support for when the bag starts to fill.

I have been wearing a more fitted camisole or workout tank when I run or rebound. Empty my bag preworkout then depending on shorts or leggings I either wear my bag out with fitted tank covering all the way over or bag in. I never feel the bag when running.

I felt like belts and wraps were too hot or restricting for me I liked finding regular clothes or items that multitasks. However in also not a serious athlete or runner. I'm more an aerobics, yoga, jog a couple miles or hike a few miles. I'm not training for marathons or anything.
Posted 3/25/2017 5:49 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you VeganOstomy and Cupcakes! This is great information!

With regards to the underwear that I got at Target, the brand is Assets. It says spanx underneath. It says that it's a shaping panty. The underwear goes up to the belly button area. I got the black color. I will wear it tonight with my dress and I will let you know how it goes.

Thanks for the tip about the stealth belt. Good to know that it exists. I also think that it might be a bit restricting for me, but I will look into it if I find that I need more support after I start running - or if I decide to get back into contact sports.

Glad that there are so many options to manage the stoma.

Have a nice weekend.
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