The Bellies Band

Name: The Bellies Band
Brand: belliesinc
Price: 79.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

$79.00 CAD

TARGETED SUPPORT FOR YOUR GROWING BELLY

Designed for everyday use in pregnancy, The Bellies Band is here to support your body so you can live your pregnant life with out discomfort.

Both the Core Confidence Pelvic Floor Program Guidebook and Online Program are INCLUDED!

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Key Features:

Complete Belly Support: Our single-panel band cradles your growing belly, offering relief from aches and discomfort from round ligament pain, lower back pain, SPD and pressure.

Moisture-wicking fabric keeps you dry, even on warm days.

Adjustable Wrap: Added lift and support for your belly, all day long.

Bonus Back Panel: Say goodbye to back pain with added back support.

Suitable to be worn through every stage of pregnancy.

Designed to be worn for all day comfort, including during exercise.

Directions for use:

Slide on the pregnancy band over your hips and belly.
Grasp the opposite arm of the elastic in each hand so the elastic arms are crossed over one another in front of your belly.
Bring both arms under the belly with an upward lift and then secure the two arms on the back.
If the top of the band is loose, you can fold it down. Your belly will grow into this space.

Choosing the Right Size for You:

order your pre-pregnancy size
the band is very stretchy and will work for most growing bellies through your whole pregnancy
for multiples, size up
this is US sizing

XS	fits prepregnancy size 0/2 US
S	fits prepregnancy size 4/6/8 US
M	fits prepregnancy size 10/12 US
L	fits prepregnancy size 14/16 US
XL	fits prepregnancy size 18/20/22 US

Care Instructions:

Hand or machine wash cold with similar colours in garment bag. Make sure the velcro is secured before washing to avoid damage. Hang to dry.

Insurance Coverage

If you have health insurance (or extended health insurance as we call it in Canada) did you know that your Bellies Band or Ab Wrap may be covered? Now, it is no guarantee, but if you have it, it is worth a try! Click here to learn more about the steps for submitting your insurance claim.

Materials:

The Fabric Band: 79% Recycled Polyester + 21% Spandex | The Wrap: 40% Polyester, 25% Spandex, 19% Wooly Stretch Nylon, 16% Nylon on Monofilament

bellies inc. is a Canadian company and all our orders ship quickly - 2x a week. We offer FREE shipping to Canada and the USA for orders over $125 through Canada Post Express Post/Tracked Shipping. Your order supports a family owned and operated business. For questions and support with your order, you can contact us at info@belliesinc.com

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why belly wrap?

Supports your pelvis as well as the tissues in your abdominal wall
Provides comfort and support (especially after cesarean births)
Help to heal diastasis recti when done in combination with the Core Confidence Program
Encourages re-alignment of the rectus muscles (your '6 pack')
Keeps your birthing body warm (aka the tradition of 'mother roasting')
Guides your postpartum body into restorative posture and alignment
Supports your uterus in its return to its normal size (involution)
Improves circulation
Encourages rest!

during your pregnancy

By ordering the Ab System during pregnancy you'll get immediate access to the Core Confidence program to help you prepare for birth.

Have your Ab Wrap on hand for immediate postpartum support.

after the birth

The wrap has been designed to be worn immediately postpartum up to around 8 weeks (or until you have restored the ability to generate tension in your abdominal wall).

Continue to use the Core Confidence program to support your pelvic floor and abdominal wall.

how to use the ab wrap

This video will guide you through placing the Ab Wrap comfortably and effectively.
Please reach out to us if you have any questions at all!

The wrap was designed to be worn immediately postpartum up to around 8 weeks

...or until you have restored the ability to generate tension in your abdominal wall. A pelvic floor physiotherapist can be an essential part of your recovery and will help determine this.

You MUST wrap from the bottom up. (See the video below)

Wrapping from top down will increase pressure on the uterus and pelvic organs causing a downward descent (prolapse)

You are aiming for a light compression (gentle hug) and allow for involution of the uterus.

Too much compression will increase IAP (intra abdominal pressure) and compromise the pelvic floor.

Belly wrapping alone is not enough!

You should do the appropriate exercises to restore the core from the inside out. Better yet, we recommend you do the Core Confidence exercises while you are still pregnant to help prepare your core for birth.

During Pregnancy

Although designed for postpartum, the Ab Wrap can be used during pregnancy. We recommend the use of the Ab Wrap for pregnant folks who have challenges with core and pelvic control in pregnancy, or those who may be experiencing pain in the pelvic joint.

How to wear the Ab Wrap during pregnancy:

The wrap should be worn lower during pregnancy so it lifts the belly, wrapping around the top of the pelvis and under the belly. Similar to wearing postpartum, you want to feel support (like a gentle hug), but avoid wearing the wrap too tight.

Please note, because the Ab Wrap is designed for postpartum when you are not moving around a lot, in pregnancy it is better suited for shorter stints of added support needed. If you are looking for more of an everyday use pregnancy support, please see The Bellies Band. The Bellies Band can be purchased separately or as part of the Total Support Kit with the Ab Wrap.

Listen to your body or check in with your care provider to see what is best for you—whether that is using the Ab Wrap during pregnancy, postpartum or a combination of both!

how to wear the ab tank

The Ab Tank is a gentle supportive top that we recommend as the base layer underneath the Ab Wrap. Two tanks are included in our Ab System and is also sold separately.

The Ab Tank is designed to fit underneath the bust to allow for easy breastfeeding / feeding from the body. We've made it extra long so that it fits over the newly postpartum belly and doesn’t ride up.

Wear alone, or combine with the Ab Wrap during recovery
For the first week or so after your cesarean, this tank is the perfect support over your incision. Add the Ab Wrap in the second week or so.
Very breast/chest feeding friendly. It's low cut allows for easy access to feed - or just have some skin-to-skin cuddles!
Continue to wear as a comfortable layering piece with gentle shaping features.
For many the Ab Tank becomes an on-going layering piece due to its comfort, and gentle shaping features.