What are the opening hours?

Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm

Suportx UK

Your Trusted Stoma Care Partner🤝
Ostomy & Hernia Support Garments🧡

22/10/2026

“𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗱.”

For people living with invisible disabilities, these comments can turn everyday situations into uncomfortable experiences. 💜

Not every disability is visible. Chronic pain, fatigue, bowel conditions, stomas and many other non-visible conditions can affect how someone moves through the world — even when nothing looks different on the outside.

From being questioned for using an accessible toilet or priority seat to having reasonable adjustments dismissed at work or in education, people can face barriers simply because others don't understand what they can't see.

And when symptoms fluctuate, being able to do something one day doesn't mean being able to do it the next.

𝗦𝗼, 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗱𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆?

🔎 Don't assume someone isn't disabled because they look well.
🗣️ Respect people's privacy. Nobody owes strangers their medical history.
🤝 Listen when someone explains what they need.
♿ Support accessibility and reasonable adjustments.
🌻 Lead with kindness, not suspicion.

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower ( Hidden Disabilities Sunflower ) is one way some people choose to signal that they may need extra time, patience or support. But no one should have to wear a lanyard or prove their disability to deserve consideration.

If you'd like to learn more, Hidden Disabilities offers information and resources about non-visible disabilities.

This Invisible Disabilities Week, let's remember: you don't have to see someone's disability to respect their needs.

💬 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀?

03/10/2026

“I can go swimming. I can go on a plane. I went back to work.” 💜

This year, the Stoma Awareness Day campaign by Colostomy UK - Stomas Unlocked, is about unlocking understanding, support and choice for people living with a stoma.

With that in mind, we thought it would be lovely to share Michelle’s story. 🧡

After being diagnosed with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), Michelle’s journey included a temporary stoma, a reversal and, eventually, a permanent stoma.

The early days were daunting. Finding people who understood her experience wasn’t always easy, and reading other people’s stories sometimes made her feel like life with a stoma would mean giving things up.

But Michelle’s story looks very different.

She swims. She travels by plane. She went back to work. And she says having her permanent stoma has given her more freedom, without having to plan her life around toilet availability.

Her message is simple:
“A stoma does not define your limits; you control the stoma, not the other way around.”

And perhaps most importantly:
“My stoma is a symbol of survival.” 💜

Everyone’s experience of stoma life is different. We hope sharing Michelle’s story helps show some of the many ways life with a stoma can look.

Thank you, Michelle, for sharing yours with us. 🧡

23/09/2026

𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁, 𝗔𝗦𝗖𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘄𝗿𝗮𝗽! 🧡

We’ve had such a brilliant few days in Birmingham with the Suportx team, and we’re heading home with very full hearts (and probably very tired feet! 😂).

One of the highlights of the conference was our Suportx fitting experience, where nurses could step into our fitting rooms and experience what it’s like to be fitted by one of our specialist fitters — just as their patients are when they’re referred to us.

It was so lovely seeing nurses experience the process for themselves, ask questions, share their thoughts and get a real feel for the care that goes into every fitting. 💜

And then there was everything else that makes ASCN so special — meeting nurses from across the country, catching up with familiar faces, meeting new ones, chatting with people across the stoma care community and, of course, spending a few days together as a team. 💬

A huge thank you to everyone who came to see us, took part in our fitting experience, stopped for a chat or simply said hello. We loved seeing you!

And a big thank you to the Suportx team for making it such a lovely few days. 🧡

Until next year, ASCN! ✨

Association of Stoma Care Nurses UK

16/09/2026

We never stop moving forward. 💜

For us, supporting people living with a stoma means continuing to listen, learn and develop — from our support garments and fitting service to the resources and support we provide.

That’s one of the reasons we’re looking forward to ASCN this year. It’s a chance to connect with the wider stoma care community, share what we’ve learned through years of fitting, and hear new perspectives from the people working alongside those living with a stoma every day.

And this year, we’re doing something a little different. 🧡

We’ve invited nurses attending ASCN to book a 15-minute Suportx fitting experience at our stand — an opportunity to meet our fitting team, experience the process and have a conversation about support garments from a different perspective.

Because staying connected, sharing knowledge and listening to real experiences all help us keep moving forward.

Association of Stoma Care Nurses UK

26/08/2026

Changing your ostomy pouch for the first time?
We know it can feel a little daunting. 💜

Whether you have a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy, learning how to change your stoma bag is a new skill - and like any new skill, it can take a little time to feel confident.

We've put together a simple guide to help you feel more prepared. 🧡

And a few things nobody always tells you? Your stoma might make a noise halfway through. Things might not always go perfectly. And your first pouch change will probably take longer than your tenth.

That's okay. You're learning.

Swipe through for our simple guide to changing an ostomy pouch, plus a few real-life tips we think every new ostomate should know.

📌 Save this for your next pouch change — or share it with someone who might be preparing for their first.

(Always follow the individual advice provided by your stoma care team and the instructions for your particular ostomy pouch and accessories.)

14/08/2026

If only I had worn my support garment from the beginning.” 💜

After initially leaving her Suportx garment unworn for around eight months, Isobel’s experience with a parastomal hernia changed the way she thinks about stoma support.

Now, she’s sharing what she wishes she’d known sooner:

📍 Give your garment a chance.
It can take time to get used to a new garment, and getting the fit right matters.

📍 Ask for help.
If your garment doesn't feel right, speak to your fitter rather than putting it away.

📍 Make the most of your NHS allowance.
Support garments can gradually lose stretch and support with regular wear and washing, so rotating and replacing garments is important.

📍 Don't ignore changes around your stoma.
New pain, swelling or other concerns should always be discussed with your stoma care team or healthcare professional.

Isobel is now rotating three pairs of her preferred support and says:
"I will never not wear my Suportx garment again.”

Thank you, Isobel, for sharing your story so openly — and for hoping that someone else might learn from your experience. 🧡

For anyone living with a colostomy, Colostomy UK is a great source of information, practical advice and support. 💜

A Guide to Living with Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders

24/07/2026

It was lovely to be part of the Wexham Park Hospital Open Day!🧡

The event was a wonderful opportunity to meet people living with a stoma, their families, and members of the healthcare team, with plenty of opportunities for conversation, questions, and shared experiences. 💬

Lauren, our Suportx representative, really enjoyed meeting everyone who stopped by to say hello and being part of such a welcoming event. We’re always grateful for opportunities to connect with the wider stoma community and listen to the experiences that matter most to the people we support. 🫂

A huge thank you to the team at Wexham Park Hospital for organising such a well-run and welcoming open day! 🧡

Did we see you there? 👋

15/07/2026

It was a real pleasure to attend the Warrington Community Stoma Nurses Open Day! 💜

A wonderful opportunity to meet people living with a stoma, their families, and the dedicated stoma care team who support them every day.

Events like these are about so much more than information — they’re about creating a space where people can ask questions, share experiences, and connect with others who understand the realities of stoma life. 🫂

We loved having the chance to listen to people’s stories, learn from their experiences, and have meaningful conversations about the support that can make a difference along the way. 💬

A huge thank you to the Warrington Community Stoma Nurses for the kind invitation and warm welcome, and to Grace for representing Suportx on the day! 🧡

Did we see you there? 👋

06/07/2026

We had a lovely morning with the Gloucestershire Urostomy Support Group in Churchdown in June! 🧡

A really warm and welcoming session spent with people living with a urostomy, sharing experiences, asking questions, and connecting in an informal group setting.

Thank you so much for the invitation and kind welcome — it was a real pleasure to be there.

Maria from Suportx also gave a really engaging talk on hernia prevention and the importance of support garments, which led to some great discussion and questions. 💬

Always grateful for opportunities like this and the sense of openness and community they create! 💜

Did we see you there? 👋

03/07/2026

When you hear the word "stoma," who do you picture?
Most people imagine an adult.

But every year, babies, children and teenagers have life-changing stoma surgery too. 💜

Some are only a few hours old. Others have spent years living with conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis or congenital bowel conditions before surgery finally gives them the chance to feel well again.

What many people don't see is everything that comes next.

💪 Parents learning stoma care overnight.
💪 Children navigating school with a pouch.
💪 Teenagers rebuilding confidence in a body that suddenly feels different.

And despite all of that... they're still just kids. 🧸✨

They still want to run around, play football, go swimming, make friends, have sleepovers and dream about what they want to be when they grow up.

A stoma isn't just a physical journey. Emotional support matters too. 💜

That's why organisations like A Bear Named Buttony are so special. From teddy bears with their own little stomas to books, colouring packs and young adult packs, they're helping children realise something every young ostomate deserves to hear:
You're not different. You're not alone. ❤️

Swipe through to learn more about paediatric stomas, the realities families face, and the incredible resilience of children living with one. ➡️

Address

Unit 4 Central Court, Finch Close
Nottingham
NG72NN

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://suportx.co.uk/, https://linktr.ee/suportx_

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Suportx UK posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.