Some people have the mistaken impression that their intimate lives and trips to the pool are over when they have an Ostomy. Nothing could be further from the truth. The fact is that hundreds of thousands of Ostomates are enjoying satisfying sex lives and trips to the pool and the beach. All it takes is a bit of planning and the right bathing suit:

“Finally a Bathing Suit for Me!”
Right out of surgery not only did I have to deal with the emotional aspects of my new bag, I needed a bathing suit. That was a bit of a chore. Not ready to go for the grandma suit. I needed something that was sexy yet worked for with my new bag, not having to run to the bathroom every 1/2 hour. I found this SwimWear Site, they change it all the time but they are the best I have found that are still nice bathing suits while still hiding the bag. What’s nice about a Tankini is that you can let the air out of your bag while still sitting on the beach. Click on Bathing Suits to Buy or Look at More You are just as beautiful and sexy as you were prior to the Ostomy, probably more. The only difference is the way your body evacuates. Frankly, some Ostomates find that their sex lives improve considerably once they are free from the pain and embarrassment that they endured as a result of inflammatory bowel disease.

Old Fashion Corset - $ 130.00
From: Flirty Lingerie

Cocktail Glitter Dress - $ 49.95
From: Wicked Temptations

Following are some sites that feature clothing and lingerie for Ostomates:

Intimate Moments Apparel: has an amazing array of beautiful lingerie for women and men who have had ostomy surgery. These lacy underthings can make you feel desirable, proud and beautiful. www.intimatemomentsapparel.com

Weir Comfees: has a selection of ostomy clothing including underwear, boxers, pajamas and swimwear for men, women and children. www.weircomfees.com

The Celebration Ostomy Support Belt: is used with a standard one and two piece pouch to provide a secure fit and a discreet profile assuring the ostomate comfort during intimate activities and private moments. The stoma shield protects your stoma from being traumatized and prevents irritation while the support plate holds even pressure around the stoma. www.celebrationostomysupportbelt.com

My Heart Ties: My Heart Ties coverlet allows women with ostomies to feel beautiful. This lingerie provides security and beauty for intimate moments and is created from luxurious and sensual fabrics and trims. www.myheartties.com

Options: provides innovative ostomy undergarments created by an ostomate that incorporate a built-in ostomy support barrier. The ostomy support barrier helps eliminate leakage and is designed to meet the ostomate’s needs for sleep and intimacy.

www.options-ostomy.com