I've heard a lot about people buying the belly bandit or bands like it and wearing them 6-8 weeks after birth to help tighten abdominal muscles. Does it really work? Or is it one of those things that is all hype?
numerous friends of mine swear by it so I am definitely going to give it a shot. 2 who had C-sections said it helped relieve the pain by supporting their belly
I liked mine. I went out and bought the small after a week bc the medium was too big so i think it helped. . It actually was uncomfortable at times, I wouldn't say I wore it for comfort but to shrink my stomach faster. I ended up with a c section so I do think it helped ... But who knows ... either way I will be using it again :
I used the Belly Bandit after I had DD. I liked the extra support and I feel like it did help tighten my stomach afterwards. I agree with PP that it isn't super comfortable though. It never really stayed in place for me and would always ride up. I might try a different brand this time.
BFP #1: 5-14-2010, DD born 1-22-2011
BFP #2: 4-20-2012, Natural MC 5-1-2012
BFP #3: 7-19-2012, DS born 3-27-2013
BFP #4: 9-13-2014, MMC discovered 10-27-14 at 10w, d&c on 11-6-14
I bought one after it was recommended to me by some friends who had recently given birth. I ended up having an emergency c-section a little over a week ago and I started wearing the band when I left the hospital 3 days post-surgery. I love it. I totally feel supported and I find that I can move around easier when I'm wearing it. I had an allergic reaction to medical adhesives used during my surgery that has left a rash on my tummy, so it gets a little uncomfortable after wearing it most of the day so I take it off.
I would recommend it and think it would help even with a vaginal delivery.
I've heard they're not worth it and I think the pressure around my belly would actually be uncomfortable to me. I didn't use one for a c-sec last time and I was fine.
I purchased the bamboo fiber option after my c-section, loved it. It was breathable, soft and comfortable. I would suggest buying 2 different sizes, you will be surprised how fast it helps shrink your abdomen. If you have a section the hospital will usually give you an abdominal binder to take home, but they are very bulky and itchy IMO.
Re: Belly Bandit. Worth the money?
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I bought one after it was recommended to me by some friends who had recently given birth. I ended up having an emergency c-section a little over a week ago and I started wearing the band when I left the hospital 3 days post-surgery. I love it. I totally feel supported and I find that I can move around easier when I'm wearing it. I had an allergic reaction to medical adhesives used during my surgery that has left a rash on my tummy, so it gets a little uncomfortable after wearing it most of the day so I take it off.
I would recommend it and think it would help even with a vaginal delivery.
Violet Mae born 1/15/13