- Postpartum brace models
- When to use the postpartum brace
- Benefits of using postpartum brace
- Postpartum brace price
- What size to use
The postpartum brace is recommended because it helps to reorganize the woman's organs in their place, to reduce swelling, providing more security for the woman to move, cough or drive, especially after a cesarean, giving a better body silhouette.
It is very important for the woman to talk to the doctor before using any postpartum brace or bandage, and decide her need, because not using the brace can lead to the formation of a seroma, which is the accumulation of fluid at the cesarean section. Learn more at: Seroma.
However, the constant or prolonged use of the brace is not recommended because it can hamper the movements of the abdominal muscles and disturb the blood flow, as it happens during physical exercise. Thus, the brace should only be used during the day and at night, but never in the gym, and for a maximum period of 3 months.
Postpartum brace models
Before choosing which strap to buy it is advisable to wear different models to find out which one is most comfortable for each case. Generally, the most comfortable ones are those that allow you to loosen the strap in parts, so you don't have to take everything off, which makes it very easy when going to the bathroom.
When to use the postpartum brace
It is advisable to use the postpartum brace right after the baby is born, still in the hospital. Usually when the woman feels stabilized and is able to stand alone, she can already take a shower and then put on the brace.
The brace should be used all day and all night, being removed only for bathing and exercising, for example.
Benefits of using postpartum brace
It is not mandatory to use the brace, but it can help to hold the belly and also:
- It contributes to the return of the uterus to its physiological position, since it is still very large even after delivery; It helps to avoid the pain in the spine that usually happens because the abdominal muscles are very weak; Leaves the silhouette of the most beautiful woman, contributing to her self-esteem and well-being; It avoids the formation of seroma, which can happen in women who have had a cesarean section, but in any case it is also recommended for those who have had a normal delivery.
The postpartum brace can be used for up to 3 months, because from that stage the woman can already practice exercises to specifically strengthen the abdominals, and the use of the brace may impair the strengthening of this musculature.
Check out the best exercises to lose belly postpartum.
Postpartum brace price
The price of the postpartum belt varies between 40 to 350 reais, depending on the brand and the location where it is purchased. The postpartum brace exists in several brands such as yoga, my lady, esbelt, liz or demillus, for example.
What size to use
The size to use the brace varies according to the woman's physical structure. However, it is important that it is comfortable and that it does not tighten the belly too much.
To buy the right size, the ideal is to go to the store to try it out and choose one that is comfortable and does not impair your breathing, nor make the woman feel uncomfortable after eating. A good tip is to put the belt on, sit down and eat a fruit or some cookie to see how you feel.
In addition, you should not use straps that are too tight with the intention of thinning the waist, as these actually prevent the natural contraction of the abdominal muscles and end up causing weakness and abdominal flaccidity. See more at Modeling belt thinner at the waist?
