Let's stay in more detail on the issue of acquiring and wearing a bandage for pregnant women. What role he carries and in general, for which it is necessary.
About Bandage
Bandage is a special device that supports the increasing stomach. The bandage looks like a wide elastic ribbon (rubberized) with velcro or clasps. Contrary to many negative reviews, the bandage does not squeeze the stomach, but on the contrary, contributes to the right blood circulation and even the position of the fetus in the womb. In addition, a special belt will not allow the baby to go down much.
Modern bandages are made of natural materials that provide both reliable support for the abdomen, and allow the skin to breathe. When a woman puts on a bandage, she does not feel discomfort - this is the correctly selected support belt.
The purpose of wearing a bandage:
- Remove physical fatigue.
- Get rid of overwork.
- Remove.
According to the gynecologists, wearing a bandage during pregnancy allows you to remove the burden on the spine and prevent the appearance of the back pain. In addition, the wearing belt will allow to get rid of the severity of the growing abdomen, will remove the voltage when walking and even allow preventing the appearance of stretch marks.
About indications
A special elastic belt for pregnant women is such species:
- To maintain the abdomen during pregnancy.
- To maintain the abdominal muscles after childbirth.
- Mixed.
Consider two poses for pregnant women:
- Panties - Bandage. Looks like a bandage as ordinary high panties in which the elastic ribbon is sewn. Such a model will suit those women who need to fix the fetus head to prevent its omit. Some models have an adjustment tape with buttons to change the size. It is advisable to choose the model that is equipped with breathable insert. Outcomes can be said as follows: As a rule, such a bandage women wear instead of panties, so they are desirable to purchase several pieces. Wear it over panties, especially in the heat will be inconvenient. You need to wear this model in the bed lying on the bed.
- Belt. There are several varieties: ribbon, ribbon and elastic part, as well as a combined belt (designed for wearing during pregnancy and after delivery). Popular believes belt in the form of an elastic ribbon. During pregnancy, it reliably supports the stomach and distribute the load from the back and the waist. After a woman gives birth to a child, the belt turns over a narrow part on the back, and wide on the belly. Such a belt is put on solely on top of the underwear (preferably high panties) and also in the lying position.
How to choose a convenient model
There are such selection criteria:
- Purpose goal.
- Selection of material.
- According to the features of the figure.
- Rely on your taste.
- Availability of fasteners or lipochk.
Consider more each of the criteria. So, the purpose of the purchase is pregnant should know why she needs a bandage. If to prevent stretch marks, it will be one model if for medical testimony - another. If the purpose of the purchase is to prevent stretch marks, then you can independently acquire a bandage in the pharmacy.
About choosing a material: bandage must be made of modern breathable material. This is especially important in the summer when it's very hot on the street. It is necessary to be ready for the fact that the belt from the natural fabric will have a higher price than synthetic.
Choose a support belt, you need to consider the features of the structure of the figure and taste. It is better to trust the recommendations of the doctor, and grant the choice of product.
Supporting belt need to buy necessarily with fitting! It is impossible to trust the information specified on the label, it is advisable to check for yourself, is it suitable for this size. Pay attention to the presence of lipukes or fasteners - they must be present, since your stomach will increase.
About size
When a prescription on wearing a bandage does a doctor, it indicates the corresponding size. If you decide to make a purchase yourself, then ask you to help the seller-consultant. It will help me measure the circumference of your hips (under the stomach) and fluctuate the waist. Purchase a bandage where you will be given the opportunity to fit and stop your choice on the model in which you will be comfortable.
How to wear and how much we carry
Put on the bandage only in the position lying and slow! It is impossible in the morning, late to work «ingun» in the belt, as in favorite shoes. Take a couple of minutes of personal time in order to slowly wear a bandage. Listen to your feelings: pressure and discomfort should not be!
Wear a support belt day is strictly prohibited. Every three or four hours it needs to be removed and about half an hour or a little more walk without it.
During the holiday during the day, as well as at night, you need to remove.
If wearing a bandage during pregnancy, you are recommended for medical records, then the doctor will tell you how much time you need to wear.
If you want to strengthen the muscles - engage in gymnastics in the bandage, it will help to remove the load from the back and the loin.
After five months of pregnancy wearing a bandage is considered the most effective. Remember this and watch your feelings. And if you are uncomfortable - it is better to take a break and relax without a bandage! Good luck!
