I have been having some back pain with this pregnancy and the baby is so low it is causing a lot of pressure. My dr. said that I should get a belly bra. I am wondering if they actually work? Has anyone had a similar situation and did the belly bra actually help?
Thanks!!
The Belly Bra is a top that covers you all over, so it may be hot and/or uncomfortable if not the right size on top. I used a maternity support belt, and it made a huge difference. If you can, go to a store that has more than one style so you can see what is most comfortable for you. I got my at www.bosombuddies.com.
I couldn't do without my maternity belt. I loved it with all three pregnancies. It helped with the pressure and allowed me to stand without problems.
I had twins and loved mine! Just gives some extra support to help with the weight. Happy to give you some more info on back pain and some natural technologies you can use. Just email me at ____@____.com luck!
S.
they are comfy to wear, though I always got too hot. pre-yoga and chiropractic adjustments by a chiropractor familiar with pregnant patients worked better for me.
there are a lot of pre-natal yoga stretches and poses that can help shift the baby to a more optimal position too.
Hi- I used a support band while I was pregnant and really enjoyed it. It helped me keep exercising and limited back and leg pain.
I work on the school and did the whole time when I was pregnant the last time. I am not sure what you mean by a "belly bra." I do know that I had to go to the tire store and get a small intertube and go to walmart to buy a piece of elastic that fit around the bottom of me under the belly to be able to ride the bus. I needed the money and this made it as to where I could finish work. When I got home at night and took it off I could really tell a difference. When I was pregnant with the boys it felt like my tailbone was falling out and my back hurt constantly. If I had it to do all over again I would go to the massage therapist on a regular basis. As long as no heat is used, it would be fine.
I used one during my second pregnancy, and it really did help! It takes a bit to get used to....they can be tricky to get on, but it took sooo much pressure off of my back! Good luck!
I used one with my last pregnancy (just gave birth on 2/13) and it helped me tremendously. My back pain improved so much that I didn't even have to wear the thing the whole pregnancy. I would highly recommend buying one. This is the one I used http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2864116
Hope that helps!
M.,
Like everyone else has said--yes they work--and work well! It was a lifesaver for my back during my 2nd pregnancy. I found mine at Babies R Us. I'm sure they are pretty easy to find in stores. You definitely won't regret it!
Best to you,
T.
I used one that was basically a belt. I had two and don't remember the names, but I liked the one that had hooks and not velcro. It was more comfortable. I noticed a huge difference with wearing it, both less back pain, and more energy. Congratulations on your new addition!
I used one with my previous pregnancy when I did things like walking or gardening. It really did help take pressure off my back and make things a bit easier.
Hi M.,
I highly recommend a belly belt/bra. I carry straight out & The muscles are under strain. These muscles wrap around your back & under your belly. You can find these in second hand kids/baby stores to save some money or maybe on ebay. They even make one that has shoulder straps for the ultimate back & belly support. Congrats on baby #2, I would love to send you a sample of some amazing baby products, if your interested. Take care & try to get some rest with that little man running around:). Take care, G
It definitely helped me take the edge off my back pain.
I carried both my babies really low. I used a pregnancy belt during my second pregnancy and it really made a difference. I used the kind with velcro and it worked great.
