Best Types of Postpartum Shapewear New Mums Need
So you’ve gone and done the impossible - giving birth. After your precious bub has arrived, chances are that you’ll be spending a lot of time at home or in comfortable clothes caring for your little newborn. While all your maternity clothes has served you well the past months, your body now needs that extra bit of TLC and support to help it bounce back and recover after pregnancy.
Increased sensitivity, pains and aches, loose skin and stitches are a few concerns of what our lovely community has shared with us with their experiences post-pregnancy. During this time it’s more important than ever to treat your body to luxurious comfort with a seamless construction that won’t cause further irritation and a stretchy flexible fit that moves with your body.
At B Free, we have a wide assortment of shapers to cater for various needs as we understand that us women have different body types and different goals we’re looking to achieve. Whether that’s needing an everyday light support for your lower tummy, wanting a maximum core control shaper or a gym accessory like waist trainer to assist with your workouts, we have a variety of postpartum recovery shape wear options to choose from.
Belly Bands - For when you want a universally flattering shaper
The B Free Postpartum Belly Band provides maximum compression throughout your entire tummy area, providing support to your postpartum belly and back which may also assist in recovery after giving birth. The material feels super soft and comfortable against the skin, so it won’t irritate a c-section scar.
SHOP Postpartum Maximum Control Belly Band
With a stretchy fit, the flexible boning helps this postpartum belly band to stay up and stops it from rolling down. The seamless construction prevents any irritation that may occur and doesn’t dig in to your sides and create unflattering bumps! Easy to wear, totally seamless and undetectable under clothing, this is your secret weapon for when you need that extra confidence boost.
B Free Tip: We recommend stepping into this postpartum girdle and then pulling it up to your tummy area for ease of wear.
Waist Trainers - For when you want serious tummy and back support
For when you want to feel supported during your exercise, the B Free Hourglass Waist Trainer is the perfect workout accessory! This high impact belly band is crafted a two-layer construction for maximum tummy control. The first layer compresses the entire tummy area, and the second elastic strap targets your waist for a curvier look.
This postpartum belt features heavy duty velcro for a strong compression around the abdomen. We recommend wearing this shaper over your activewear tops so that the trainer doesn’t absorb sweat and moisture that can be a breeding ground for bacteria, as well as for a more comfortable feel!
Mid-Rise Postpartum Shapewear - For when you want to define your waist and give love to your lower pouch
Our Mid-Rise Postpartum Shaper Collection is perfect for women looking to define their waist and control the “lower tummy pouch”. These comfortable shapers go up to your waist, cinching it in to make it appear smaller and give you a more hourglass silhouette! Constructed with a smooth-touch fabric and innovative seamless technology, these won’t irritate or dig into the skin and create unflattering bumps. This collection is also for petite women with a height of 160cm (5ft 3in) or under who usually have shorter length torsos to ensure that tummy panel sits at an ideal point.
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With a Cotton Gusset built in to these shapers, you can wear them as you would an underwear for that extra support when running errands or about and about with the fam and your little bub. The postpartum mid-rise compression shorts are also a great no-show / no VPL underwear alternative without having to wear a thong!
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Underbust Postpartum Shaperwear - For when you want ultimate tummy control and support
As the name suggests, our Underbust Postpartum Shaper Collection features an underbust tummy control band which sits past your waist and goes all the way under your bra to provide total tummy coverage and support. Made from a super comfy smooth-touch fabrication, the B Free Underbust Shapers are comfortable to wear and includes a pair of detachable and adjustable straps that’s transparent and in a matching colour to ensure that the band stays up and won’t roll down.
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You may also wear these shapers in lieu of underwear as they have a Cotton Gusset built in to them for breathability and absorption. An added feature of the postpartum underbust compression shorts is that it lightly smooths your hips and thighs for an overall sleeker silhouette under clothing! This will be your secret weapon to look fabulous for any occasion.
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Postpartum Underwear - For when you want everyday light support
Our Postpartum Underwear features a classic high waist design that’s flattering on all body types. With a comfortable and elongating high cut finish, these quality briefs provide full bottom coverage and light tummy support. The wide waist band Is super comfortable while the seamless construction won’t irritate any scars or dig in to the skin.
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These quality postpartum undies are crafted with a luxurious cotton-rich fabrication that provides a stretchy and comfy fit. Breathable with light support, these briefs sit high on the waist for comfort across the midsection. These are simply perfect for lounging around and relaxing after giving birth.
