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Can I wear this while I’m pregnant?
NOOOOO…
This is a post pregnant item only.
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What is this miracle-working,
belly banding goodness all about?
The Belly Bandit® is an abdominal compression wrap designed to assist you
in bringing your body back to its former beauty and proportion after child
birth. Postpartum wraps have been known to help reduce the swelling of the
uterus, decrease bloating caused by water retention, support your legs &
back and provide additional comfort and support for you breast feeding moms.
Ultimately the Belly Bandit® will aid in getting you back to your pre-pregnancy body faster than ever!
Ultimately the Belly Bandit® will aid in getting you back to your pre-pregnancy body faster than ever!
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Why haven’t I heard of the Belly
Bandit® before?
That’s what we said when we found out about postpartum wrapping of the
belly! Who knew?
Smart women around the world that’s who!
It is believed that increased and constant pressure against the abdominal area has benefits such as, flattening the belly and redefining the waistline while helping you keep your back straight minimizing associated pain and fatigue. We’ve just perfected a comfy garment that is tailored to your body after giving birth.
Smart women around the world that’s who!
It is believed that increased and constant pressure against the abdominal area has benefits such as, flattening the belly and redefining the waistline while helping you keep your back straight minimizing associated pain and fatigue. We’ve just perfected a comfy garment that is tailored to your body after giving birth.
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Who will know I’m wearing a Belly Bandit® ?
Relax ladies, first of all this is NOT a girdle. This is simply a breathable and comfy exclusively tailored belly wrap to assist your body in regaining its former beauty and proportion after child birth. The Belly Bandit® provides strong support to relieve discomfort and give you the extra confidence you deserve post partum. Our smooth lightweight construction is designed for you to wear comfortably under all of your clothes and our tagless design won’t irritate your skin. We may be biased, but we actually think it’s kinda cute.
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How does this prevent stretch
marks post delivery?
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Difference in the Styles/Materials Etc?
The Belly Bandit® Couture feels similar to bathing suit material. It comes in several different hip, fun, funky print. The core of the Belly Bandit® couture is the original, the liner is 92% polyester and 8% spandex, and the outer shell is 100% polyester.
The Belly Bandit® Bamboo is our softest Belly Bandit® It comes in black or natural and is eco-friendly and naturally anti-microbial. It is also moisture wicking which makes it the perfect choice for c sections The core is the original, and the outer shell is 95% bamboo and 5% spandex.
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Is the Belly Bandit® good for
mom’s who had C-sections? Which Belly Bandit® is best?
As always please check with your physician as to when you can start wearing your Belly Bandit® – they will be able to advise you on this based on your individual delivery. Don’t forget to make sure the Belly Bandit goes over your incision so it doesn’t irritate but keeps it all nice and safely compressed.
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I am having twins, do I measure
differently?
All of our testing and our doctors tell us that in a woman’s eighth month, which we gauge as 31-35 weeks is the best time to measure to get the proper size for after delivery. If you wait to measure until your ninth month (36-40 weeks) you would want to subtract 3-5 inches based on how much you think you’ve grown in the last couple weeks to get the most appropriate size.
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Had your baby a while ago, maybe 3
months, a year, maybe more?
Don’t forget that when you are using your core muscles you engage the important focal point and its here the work out truly begins. Ask any trainer, its all about using your core muscles to build strength and tone. This is like wearing a rubber band around your wrist “aka” a reminder to be aware of your core and engage! Now the good part….you look slimmer in clothing and feel better wearing those shirts that you stuffed away in the closet because you didn’t like those “extra rolls” or you promised to put it back on after you lost the “spare tire” around your waist. So even if you didn’t just have your little bundle of joy last week or event last month…we know, every little bit helps. We’ve been there.
Many women in other cultures bind up until a year post birth, so this is a great question and we can’t answer it for you. Results will vary and the best time to do this is right after delivery.
We suggest if you have any doubts about wearing the Belly Bandit® because you are “too late” that you try our Mother Tucker™, the ultimate tummy sucker!
This is a compression tank top that is highly recommended to mommies after they use the Belly Bandit®. Although its not as tight as wearing the Belly Bandit® it still gives you intense tummy compression!
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Not pregnant but interested in the
Belly Bandit® ?
Ask any trainer, its all about using your core muscles to build strength and tone the body. This is like wearing a rubber band around your wrist “aka” a reminder to be aware of your core and engage! Now the good part….you look slimmer in clothing and feel better wearing those shirts that you stuffed away in the closet because you didn’t like those “extra rolls” or you promised to put it back on after you lost the “spare tire”. So even if you don’t have kids we know, every little bit helps.
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I didn’t recently give birth, but
I do want to lose some weight. Is the Belly Bandit® for me?
Now that being said, there is no reason why you shouldn’t wear it whenever you can or want to, especially if it makes you feel good. After all, some additional benefits of the product are extra back support and improved posture. And we all know that the better you feel the more active you are. This may lead the way to more movement and in turn may help with exercise (don’t be afraid to wear your Belly Bandit® while working out).
Don’t forget that when you are using your core muscles you engage the important focal point which is where the work out truly begins. Ask any trainer, it’s all about using your core muscles to build strength and tighten the body. Just like wearing a rubber band around your wrist as a “reminder,” your Belly Bandit will remind you to be aware of your core and engage!
Now for the best part….you’ll look slimmer in clothing and feel better wearing those shirts that you stuffed away in the closet because you didn’t like those “extra rolls.” Or the ones you promised to put it back on after you lost the “spare tire”. So even if you don’t have kids, every little bit helps.
Also, be sure to check out our Mother Tucker, the ultimate tummy sucker.
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When should I start wearing my Belly Bandit® ?
We recommend prior to use that you consult your physician.
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How exactly do I wear the Belly Bandit®
Please take a moment to review this video hosted by International Fitness Expert Tracey Mallett. Watch her personally demonstrate proper techniques for to allow optimal results while using Belly Bandit® products.
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Is there a correct place to place the Velcro closure?
If you are having trouble closing your Belly Bandit®, put it on while laying down for an even tighter closure (again just like you would a tight pair of jeans as referred to above).
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How long do I wear the Belly Bandit®? Is 4 weeks enough? 8 weeks? Is 12 weeks too long?
We recommend doing it the full amount of time which is 6-8 weeks, For maximum results wear your Belly Bandit® snuggly around your waist day and night, (if discomfort occurs remove and consult with your doctor). Just take it off to shower…then wrap yourself right back up again!
The Belly Bandit® should fit snug with constant pressure on the belly, but without any impact on breathing, circulation or discomfort in your ribs. As always diet and exercise play an integral part when trying to reach your pre-pregnancy size.
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It is uncomfortable to sit in my Belly Bandit® ?
Remember you can wear your pants over the Belly Bandit®.
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It is uncomfortable to sleep in my
Belly Bandit® ?
If you can, splurge!
Remember you can wear your pants over the Belly Bandit®.
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I’m short waisted, will this fit
me?
If you’re short waisted, consider wearing the Belly Bandit® lower on your hips. Personal preference among women varies on how the Belly Bandit® is worn.
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I see creases and waves in my
Belly Bandit® is this normal? Is it still working?
Creases do not affect the tensile strength of the Belly Bandit®.
Creases will not stand in the way of the Belly Bandit’s® results.
Please continue to wear as usual.
The appearance of the Original Belly Bandit® will change due to normal wear, much like a band aid, expect to see waviness on the edges and in the center of the band as it forms to the body, this is normal. Remember, this will not hinder the effectiveness.
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How do I wash my Belly Bandit® ?
Yes….we said hand wash!
Please make sure to wash it in cold water and air or line-dry. Do not wring this in order to remove excess water as it may damage the strength of the piece. Washing in hot water or drying with an electric or gas dryer may also damage the product and cause shrinkage.
Drying process can take up to 12 hours.
Due to the continuous periods of time you are advised to wear the Belly Bandit® it is recommended to purchase two. Having two will enable you to always have a freshly clean one available while the other is being washed.
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I want to wash my Belly Bandit® but I don’t want to leave it off that long
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I’ve been wearing my Belly Bandit for 2 weeks (3
weeks) etc., and I have shrunk out of it already. I didn’t last that long I
would like to exchange it for another one.…
Prepare to start receiving the compliments and stares at how great you look, pat yourself on the back and scream from the roof tops. Believe it or not we have had some calls in the past that women wished their sizes fit longer. If you want to keep fitting in it – hey order yourself a large pizza with a side of ice cream (just kidding of course), but this is really a great thing!
You are now ready to go into the smaller size.
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I don’t get why you don’t use more Velcro on
your item so it lasts longer?I want to wash my Belly Bandit® but I don’t want to leave it off that long…
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Can I just wear a standard body
shaper, won’t that do the same thing?
The Belly Bandit® was created for post pregnant women with medical grade material taking into consideration variables such as size & pressure needed to get the job done. Not all products are made equal!
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Is the Belly Bandit® Good for
Diastasis (ask: Diastasis Recti)?
By wearing Belly Bandit® along with specific abdominal exercises can help close the separation of the abdominals after pregnancy. The band will draw the separated abdominals together and help to retrain them back to their original functional position. The earlier you start to wear the Belly Bandit® after giving birth the higher success rate you will achieve.
Direct From Tracey’s New Book
Abdominal Wraps
Many women, especially celebrities, swear that wearing an abdominal wrap around the midsection after birth really helps their abdominals get back to pre-pregnancy state quicker. I agree that wrapping your abs will force your muscles to come back together if they’re separated and can help to stop the condition from getting worse. It will also give you that extra back support and a natural reminder to activate your abs throughout the day. I personally like the Belly Bandit®.
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What are some other uses for a
Belly Bandit?
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I’m a very large busty woman. Will
the Mother Tucker work for me? What size should I order?
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What are some good sites for
additional weight loss information after pregnancy?
Weight loss after Pregnancy Message Board
Weight loss after Pregnancy Article
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It is uncomfortable to sleep in my Belly Bandit® ?
Yes, you may want try pulling it down a little lower over your hips when you sit down.
Remember you can wear your pants over the Belly Bandit®.