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Which Style Is Right For Me

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A POSTPARTUM GIRDLE AND AN ABDOMINAL BINDER?

Postpartum Girdles:


· Provide all-around coverage of your core, rear-end and groin área to support your lower abdomen.

· Compress front-to-back and around the core to provide support of your groin and hold heavy flow pads in place.

· Must be worn with underwear. They are designed with a convenient access flap so you can use the restroom, change your pads, etc.

· Are designed to be easier for you to put on after giving birth.

· Can be worn day & night.


Abdominal Binders:


· Cover your mid-core. They are designed to reduce your waist and give you an hourglass effect.

· Don’t support the postpartum lower abdomen area as well as Girdles.

· Don’t support the c-section incision.

· Are made with triple-layered fabrics which makes them fit firmly around the waist.

· Are not recommended to wear right after giving birth.

· Are recommended for daytime use only.


WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GIRDLES? THERE ARE MANY OPTIONS

The only difference is the closure method. All eight styles of Bellefit Girdles offer the same great level of Medical-Grade compression and are designed with the medical-grade fabric panels.


To determine the best style for your delivery method, take our Style Quiz or talk to a Sizing Specialist.

CAN I USE A PULL-UP GIRDLE AFTER A C-SECTION?

Don't choose a Pull-Up Girdle for your initial recovery stage after your c-section.

Once your incision is healed, you can put on the Pull-Up Girdle.


The Pull-Up Girdle does not have any hooks or zippers besides the hook-and-eye closures on the crotch area and is a better option for women that are having a vaginal birth and would like this basic and simpler design.


If you are having a c-section we recommend one of our front-closure Girdle styles for your postpartum recovery.


Take our Style Quiz to find your ideal Girdle style.

WHICH STYLE IS BEST FOR NATURAL (VAGINAL) BIRTH?

All eight styles are excellent for recovery after a natural birth, the main difference will be your preference in the Girdle closure method.

Your body shape will also be important in determining the best style for you.


Take our Style Quiz to find your ideal style.

I DON'T KNOW IF I WILL HAVE A C-SECTION OR NATURAL (VAGINAL) BIRTH. WHICH BELLEFIT GIRDLE DO I CHOOSE?

We recommend purchasing a hook-and-eye closure style if your delivery method is uncertain.


When choosing your hook-and-eye closure Girdle, keep in mind that ALL styles provide the same medical-grade compression and benefits; the only difference is the panty design.


Take our Style Quiz to find your ideal style.

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