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In a high street first, M&S have introduced a line of stoma knickers to their lingerie collection. Advertisement Advertisement Over 200,000 people are estimated to be living with a stoma in the UK, with the idea for a stoma-friendly underwear range coming from three M&S colleagues, one who lives with a stoma. The new underwear offers an internal pocket that aims to keep your stoma in place throughout the day as they expand and is suitable for any type of stoma bags, singular or multiple.
Speaking about the launch of the Stoma knickers Soozie Jenkinson, Head of Lingerie Design at M&S said: “We are incredibly proud to be launching our first range of Stoma Knickers this August.” Jenkinson continued: “We have worked very closely with Colostomy UK and women living with stomas and by listening and responding to their needs, we have developed a range of knickers that are designed to provide comfort, support and all-day confidence. We have included styles with lace design details, all incorporating super soft BCI cotton and elastics and a wide waist band for extra comfort.
” Advertisement Advertisement The idea for the stoma knickers range came from three M&S colleagues, including one who liv.