What kind of belly belt is good to use after cesarean section

Cesarean section is a common method of delivery. The advantage of cesarean section is that it can avoid dystocia and the delivery method is more convenient. There are also certain disadvantages after cesarean section, that is, the recovery time of the mother will be longer. After cesarean section, you can use a belly belt, which has a good effect in promoting the recovery of the mother. Now let’s take a look at what kind of belly belt is best for cesarean section.

What kind of belly belt is good to use after cesarean section

Whether mothers give birth naturally or by cesarean section, their pelvis will widen due to increased hormones in preparation for natural birth. Research has found that within 42 days after delivery, female hormones have not yet decreased and the pelvis still has good plasticity. Therefore, applying moderate external force to the pelvis in time within 42 days after delivery can effectively help the pelvis return to its pre-delivery state. In other words, unlike the recovery of a woman's abdomen, the pelvis can only recover effectively during the confinement period.

Therefore, whether the mother has a natural birth or a caesarean section, she can start using the pelvic correction belt 2 or 3 days after delivery as long as she feels good. The pelvic belt is different from the general abdominal belt. It is used at a lower position. Its function is to apply moderate inward pressure to the pelvis to promote its recovery as soon as possible.

How long should I use a belly belt for a caesarean section?

Regarding the question of how long to use a belly belt after a cesarean section, generally speaking, a belly belt can be used until 6 months after delivery, because these 6 months are the period of fat flow. If used reasonably, it will have a great impact on postpartum body shape recovery.

In addition, mothers who have undergone cesarean section should also pay attention to the time they wear the belly belt every day. Under normal circumstances, the belly band should be worn 30 minutes after meals and after urination, and removed before going to bed.

It is worth noting that mothers who have undergone cesarean section should avoid using belly belts for a long time, because long-term use of belly belts may cause poor blood circulation, which may lead to postpartum diseases such as varicose veins in the lower limbs, lumbar muscle strain, and hemorrhoids after cesarean section. At the same time, the use of belly bands should vary from person to person. If the mother recovers well after the caesarean section, she does not need to rely on a belly belt, especially after the stitches are removed from the abdomen. It is also not advisable to use a belly belt for a long time.