Maternity Belts & Bands
Maternity Belts cradle and support the growing pregnancy bump, reducing pain and discomfort as gravity takes over and ligaments loosen. Moms-to-be can wear the maternity support belt anytime they feel discomfort; however, it's often worn during the second and third trimesters when the belly's center of gravity shifts. Oftentimes this imbalance necessitates a pregnancy belly band to improve posture. The band offers lower abdominal support and redu
Three Easy-To-Apply Options
Every pregnancy is different and so are the needs of each mom-to-be. Here are three options to evaluate what will work best. Each option is easy to apply without needing assistance. The belt version wraps around the body and the underwear style features shoulder straps that secure with hook and loop closure(s). This creates a user-friendly application and adjustability as the belly grows. The band style may also be worn over or underneath clothing.
Upper and Lower Support Bands
This dual strap style, like the Comfy Cradle, offers a supportive cradle to the full circumference of the belly. The lower abdominal uplift panel bears the load of the stretched and weakened muscles and ligaments while the top elastic strap anchors the belt and supports the midsection. This style is helpful for pregnant women who move a lot and need full support to help them stay active.
Lower Support Band
This is a single lower abdominal lift band with hook-and-loop straps for easy adjustments. The band wraps around the body and bolsters weakened ligaments, protecting them from overstretching.
Underwear Style With Shoulder Belt
Because it slips on like underwear, this style is mainly worn underneath clothing, though it does not replace underwear. Rather than wrapping around the tummy, the Baby Hugger with shoulder straps offers back-to-front support to help bear the heavy weight of the belly. This style lifts without compression and may be worn longer than maternity belts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many hours a day should you wear a maternity belt?
Two to three hours at a time since the compression around the abdomen may impact blood pressure.2
Can a maternity belt weaken the abdominal muscles?
The purpose of a maternity belt is to back up weakened muscles, but overuse of the belt may weaken the muscles further.3 This is another reason to wear the belt intermittently.
How tight should a maternity band be?
The band should be snug with comfortable compression. It should remove pain and not cause pain and discomfort or impact breathing.4
Footnotes
- 1 Freutel, Natasha "The 5 Reasons You Need a Pregnancy Belly Band." Healthline. 4 Jan. 2018. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.
- 2,3,4 WebMD Editorial Contributors "Pregnancy Support Bands: Are There Benefits?" WebMD, Reviewed 2 Mar. 2021. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.
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