Pregnancy belly bands get recommended everywhere — but are they really worth it? In this episode, Becky and Jessica dig into what the research says, who actually benefits, and how these compressive bands differ from other support garments. We cover belly bands in pregnancy (think back pain, belly heaviness, and everyday discomfort) as well as the real role they play after birth, especially after a C-section. It’s a short, no-BS conversation with the evidence, clinical insight, and lived experience you’ve come to expect from us.
✨ General belly discomfort vs. true pelvic girdle pain
🔎 What the research actually supports (and what it doesn’t)
🙅🏽♀️ Diastasis prevention myths we can officially let go of
👶🏽 The one postpartum scenario where bands are clearly helpful
⚖️ Can a compression garment actually be too tight? (Spoiler - yes!)
🩺 Why a belly band is a “bandaid” — not a long-term fix (and why that’s not always a bad thing)
At the end of the day? Try it. If it feels good, amazing. If not, there are plenty of other options.
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