Bellefit Postpartum Recovery Girdles & Corsets {Giveaway - Ends 7/12}

When Buddy was born six years ago, I learned a lot about postpartum recovery that no one really talks about. Something I didn't expect was just how out-of-whack my body would be after my cesarean. I had zero core strength so I was constantly hurting my back the first couple months. My recovery was long, painful and difficult as a result. I tried a simple wrap support at one point, but it wasn't too helpful and lacked actual support. This time I knew I wanted to help support my body correctly so I could function better, and sooner, than my previous post-birth experience. 

I received complimentary product for review purposes. All opinions are 100% my own.

Preparing for the birth of my daughter, I researched various styles and brands of postpartum support girdles and corsets to use after birth. Not knowing whether I would actually achieve a VBAC (I did!), I needed a product that would work effectively for a vaginal or cesarean delivery. I saw many complaints about some types of girdles riding up and becoming a nuisance more than anything. In light of this, I was thrilled to come across Bellefit and their postpartum girdles and corsets that fit like a high-waisted undergarment.

Bellefit is the leading brand of medical-grade postpartum recovery girdles and corsets. They offer four styles to choose from depending on your body shape, measurements and type of delivery. There is an easy to use sizing calculator so you can be sure you're ordering the size you need.

The Corset style was suggested based on my measurements, my prior cesarean and hope for a VBAC this time. The Corset style features two rows of front closure hooks vertically down the abdomen and also at the crotch for a totally adjustable fit. All Bellefit postpartum girdles and corsets are full-seated, so they don't ride up. They also don't roll down from the top either.

The medical-grade, high quality compression material is reinforced at the abdomen and back for real support of your core, back and spine after delivery. This Corset is seriously a heavy duty garment and is very well designed. 

You can begin wearing your Bellefit girdle or corset the day you're discharged from the hospital. Due to some recovery complications, I wasn't able to wear my Bellefit Corset immediately after birth. The first time I put on my Bellefit corset was at three weeks postpartum. My stomach had naturally shrunk some prior to using my Corset, but my weak core and flabby midsection was quickly relieved upon wearing it.

Considering just how far out my pregnant belly was just before I delivered, woah mama, I needed as much support after as I could get! I carried waaaaay out there, and all the leftover belly in the front was really hurting my posture and pulling me forward. My Bellefit Corset held everything firmly in and encouraged better posture without too much effort on my part. Wearing the Corset allowed me to feel very supported during recovery. Also, goodbye muffin top! All the Bellefit girdles and corsets will completely smooth out your new curves, much like shapewear does. This is such a confidence booster at a time when many moms may feel negatively towards there body.
   

The Bellefit sizing calculator was definitely accurate for me, and ensured my Corset would be very snug fitting. Since I had a vaginal birth, I was up and moving pretty well from the beginning, but I still needed that core support, especially when I ventured out for doctor visits and little outings. I was really surprised with just how comfortable the Corset was, to the point that I'd forget I was wearing it!

I'm nearly back to my pre-pregnancy size and weight, with just a few pounds left to go at three months postpartum. I have the typical extra tummy skin that's still shrinking but otherwise I'm surprised at how well my stomach looks already. Being my second birth, I'm a bit shocked that my stomach is returning to normal (mommy-tummy normal, that is!) so soon. I definitely attribute some of that to my Bellefit Corset, which has undeniably been helpful in my recovery. 

The postpartum stage after birth is a process. It's not a competition about who can "bounce back first" or gain back their flat stomach fastest. It's important to slow down and let your body heal properly as you care for your newborn in those early days. But there's not doubt that many women want and need physical support around their midsection after birth, regardless of how their baby was delivered. For me, wearing my Bellefit Corset wasn't about getting my body back. Sure, that's an added bonus, but really, I love the gentle yet firm support my Bellefit Corset provided when I needed it most.

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