I am 6 weeks post partum. Is it too late to start wearing this binder to help get rid of this flappy belly and love handles?
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In my opinion this binder helps compress your uterus to go back to normal size as well as helps you hold your posture right. When you say flappy belly i assume you mean the "empty feeling" And then there is just flesh jiggling around that. I think that after having your abdomen crammed with a baby for 9+ months you just need a little time for all your insides to settle back into place. I don't think this binder helps after the 6week healing period. I wouldn't buy it.But if I'm wrong on my aassumptions of the flappy belly,please elaborate.
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Might be a little late as you should have started almost immediately after birth. I ended up with Csection so I couldn't use it. You can however use under clothes as a girdle-like. Hope this helps. And congratulations!
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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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Liz I'm registered for Summer Infant countered changing pad but I don't have it yet so I can't tell you if it will be a true match but I registered for it because I read in other comments that it was a good match .I can update you like in a month :)
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HI! It worked right away for me and the inches didn't come back (I had also started exercising and eating healthy). They recommend keeping the wrap on for one to one and a half hours.
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Actually, mine is only eight inches wide. I was operated on for a punctured intestine and after that my abdominal wall was not strong enough (I am now 80 years old) to hold the stitches and I have a fairly large area that has collapsed and moved forward. The eight inch binder is just wide enough to cover the affected area. I wear the binder over my undershirt to protect the skin, and it works very well.
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You can and should wear the binder while working out for a while. Make sure to wear a tank under it to protect your skin.
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Congrats on the Weight loss! ...but nope. It did not work for me. I've had my post-baby stretch marks (& little extra belly fat, which doesn't go away by exercise either-tried that too) for 24 years. The funny thing is-you know while using some products you can see a little difference? Well, I saw nothing, nada, zilch...my stomach looks the exact same as the day I started.
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I didn't get it because of any surgery....I got it because I have knee problems and I didn't want to have to bend my knees so much. I can't really answer. When I had knee surgery, I had portable with rails to help push up with...never having had tummy tuck, I can't really advise. Hope it goes well.!
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I would suggest looking at the tummy clincher I think it's called. This is perfect if you just had a baby to shrink down your uterus down quicker. It is amazing I had twins and by day 3 you couldn't even tell I gave birth. Now it doesn't fit now and I am 4 months post it basically keeps every thing together I wouldn't say it shapes.
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I'm almost the same. My daughter was 10 lbs when she was born. I'm 5'6" and right now I'm 160 ish lbs. My daughter will be 2 this summer. My abdomen muscles were not growing back together at all (diastis recti) but I didn't notice until she was 9 months or so. The splint has encouraged a lot of growth surprisingly. You have to adjust it for it be comfortable. If you wear it consistently you'll probably see results fast. I don't wear it every single day but I can still tell the difference in my abdomen. It can get a little bulky underneath your clothes though. It compresses your waist and even lovehandles but kinds pushes up fat making a little roll at the top of my back. It's a good price for what you get so I suggest you try it Hope this helps.
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These absorb well for us. There the only prefolds I've ever tried. I also boiled for about 40 min and they quilted up nice and thick and shrunk significantly. They lay perfect in a cover I don't imagine I'd be able to wrap around my baby and snappi them. This might sound dumb but I didn't realize before I bought them, these stay very wet on babies bottom. Definitely use with fleece liners or it's like a wet rag on their bum every time you change them :\
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I had a c-section so I could not wear it right away. So I think your fine with a month in. If it were six months I would say no. Good Luck!
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HI Brenda! Thank you so much for your interest in Bellefit! The girdles are designed for easy access to the groin area with a convenient flap that consists of two rows of hook and eye closures that should comfortably allow you to use the bathroom, check on your C-Section incision or change your padding during those first stages of your postpartum recovery. It is a great feature because it allows you to easy access without removing the girdle. You should wear your panties and pads as you normally would. As long as you are in the correct size and style for your particular body shape and delivery method, the crotch-area closure should not cause you any discomfort or pain. We would love the opportunity to go over your measurements to recommend the best size and style for your unique recovery. Please give us a call at 888.894.2951 or email us at customerservice@bellefit.com and one of our sizing specialist will be happy to consult with you. We look forward to hearing from you!
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I'm afraid you cannot 'spot burn' any fat. It will hold belly fat still while you do cardio or strength trainer to burn calories to reduce fat all over though! And it will make you mid section sweat like a sinner in church.
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It will help if used daily. Get an ab belt back support. They really shed the pooch and cost around 12 dollars. I wear mine all day and noticed I'm slimmer. Doing ab workout would be beneficial too. Don't rely on one thing to solve the problem.
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I agree that after 20 lbs. the baby feels heavier in the sleepy wrap. that is about when we stopped using it with my daughter. I'd recommend a soft structured carrier like the Boba (also made by NAP inc., the makers of sleepy wrap) or Ergo if you want something simpler, though less versatile, and a woven or hybrid wrap if you like a challenge. :) I do feel like the soft structured carriers put the weight onto your hips well, with a padded hip belt, which i love. I got my boba today, and the first time I tried it, I felt it was a bit more comfortable than the ergo. good luck!
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Same boat. Started taking about two weeks ago and am about 1.5-2 lbs but I am working out as often as I can. I have a toddler. So. Anyway sort of more importantly I wanted to tell you that while the lbs haven't quite evaporated in one or two weeks over here, I have noticed a BIG difference in the jiggles. That has made lots of progress! Especially from love handles down to thighs (my little square seems to be actually turning back into an hourglass). I started out at 125 lbs and I am 5'4". Hope this helps.