Has anyone wore this for pregnancy after a previous c-section? Did it press uncomfortably on the scar area? Thanks.
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Yes, I am currently 6 months pregnant with my 2nd child and using the belt. I had a c-section with my 1st baby and the incision was done on the bikini line. I am not having any discomfort or tenderness on the scar area, and the belt line does press on that area. If you don't have any current tenderness or sensitivity in that area, you should be fine.
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I just got this a couple weeks ago and I am 19 mo post delivery . I have not been wearing everyday but I can see a slight difference already . I am long waisted and it doesn't stretch vertically so it tugs a little I the crotch area. Running around after twins makes it not that comfortable to wear shape wear in general . This is my favorite shape wear I own though.
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I was about the same size as you pre pregnancy. I purchased a small and a medium and could not even get the medium closed a few weeks after my c-section. So I would advise you to buy the large.
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Jennifer! I use after postpartum girdle and feel that it has helped me regain some form. Follow a diet too! but at least I have waist again.
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Hi. I did not use the string that goes on the top of my belly. On the back part there is a second string attached to the front part, so stick them together as you want and do not separate them when you put it on. Use it as a belt - wide part on your lower back, small part on the bottom of your belly. But I would recommend it to wear it only when you are standing or walking - when you sit - it may push your belly and make you uncomfortable.
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Difficult to respond when I don't know where the pain was. I have found that over-using it can cause pain, but not after just a few minutes. You may be leaning into it too strongly; try leaning into it only lightly until you get a sense of the pressure that is just right for you.
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I never wore it against my skin because the fabric irritated my skin and the Velcro poked me. I always wore it over a tank top or maternity pants that fully cover my abdomen. Therefore, I've not yet felt the need to clean it. Given the quality, I imagine if you hand wash it then you won't have any problems.
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I got it for my daughter. She had a caesarian. She started wearing the waist band after and her doctor told her it was okay for her to do so. I believe it was about a month after giving birth. She loves it. She wore it about 4 to 6 hours a day for about 2 to 3 months. She got her shape back.
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I believe so. There is myscaraway.com that has all the answers and you can call them for more information. My scar is new only since December 2013. Helped reduce pain and discomfort and flattened out the scar which is nice. Go to the source though.
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Sometimes I did sometimes I didn't. The main part is the gel pads. My scar was on my stomache so I could leave it on all the time. I think the liquid is good if you have the scar on an obvious place like your face or an open area that you don't want to constantly wear the gel pads. If you constantly use the pads the rests are amazing.
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I used mine post surgery, but I will say that even if you are a month out it will help! I've given birth 5 times, and " binding" is big in my culture after birth, I wish I had this then! It's a great product because you can tighten and loosen it so easily ad you need through out your day/situation. Good luck!
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No its just for back support you will need a postpartum belly band with velcro adjustments to push the stomach back in.
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no problem, good luck to you- my back was a mess during my pregnancy , after I popped Camden out I felt brand new:-) the brace helped me a lot though!
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Hi! Yes, I have worn it many many many nights while sleeping. In fact, I just spend 3 months wearing it all the time, except when bathing. It made a major difference, was not uncomfortable at all. In fact, just this minute returned from the doctor and he has given me the complete "green light", meaning my damaged ligament is 100% healed now and I no longer have to wear the brace at all. THIS IS what did the trick and allowed the ligament to heal completely. Go for it!
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I am the same size but I found it very uncomfortable and it caused abrasions on my skin. I returned it and instead ordered XL Chic Shaper. It is much more comfortable for me.
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Hi! I have tried both. I like the belliefit for right after delivery. I thought it sucked everything in really well. My only caution would be If you had an episiotomy. I used the Belly bandit after I had shrunk some in size. That one is nice because you can make it smaller as you shrink but I don't think it is as comfortable. Hope that helps!!
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Ha! Been there. Get a small. I'm around the same size. Congrats on the baby!