If you're planning to deliver your baby by Cesarean section, or if you've already given birth by C-section, you should receive an abdominal binder before you leave the hospital, or you may choose to purchase your own. These postpartum support bands can help new moms during their recovery by reducing postoperative pain, reducing postpartum bleeding, and increasing mobility. So let's talk about how and when to use them for the best results.
Whether you’re filling out your baby registry or just scrolling social media and feeling overwhelmed with all the different baby items that are available, you’re likely wondering what you REALLY need for baby. While TikTok might tell you that all the gadgets and gizmos are necessary, this guide will help you break it down into needs versus wants. It's easiest to start by thinking of baby care in categories of what you'll be doing most with your newborn: feeding, sleeping, diapering, and clothing. Identifying your must-haves in these three categories helps narrow down what's most important as you prioritize your baby budget and registry wish list.
A pregnancy belly band provides a flexible, tube-like support system that wraps around your abdomen to assist your lower back and hips as your baby grows. These garments provide gentle compression and help redistribute the weight of your baby bump, alleviating common physical strain. Most expectant mothers use a maternity belly band to reduce lower back pain, stabilize the pelvis, and improve overall mobility during the second and third trimesters.
With so many changes in the body while you’re growing a baby, it makes sense that compression is a useful tool to keep you comfortable and supported, both before and after birth. Pregnant women love using Motif Medical’s Maternity Compression products to support their changing bodies, whether it’s for comfort during pregnancy or to increase their physical comfort during their c-section recovery. But if you don't typically use compression in your life, you may have questions about how to incorporate these devices throughout the childbearing year. Good news! Not only can Motif Medical’s compression products be covered by your insurance, but we’ve got the answers for how to use them to promote your overall wellness when you’re expecting a baby.
Updated on 7/15/2026
It’s not uncommon for breastfeeding moms to be encouraged to connect with an IBCLC for breastfeeding support. But, what is an IBCLC? When should you seek help from one? What should you expect from a consultation with an IBCLC and how can you prepare for your appointment? We’ve got you covered! Read on for the answers to these questions and more.
It’s the season of the year when love is in the air! Do you feel it? Do you feel it for yourself and the miracle of life that you are growing inside? Self-love is a vital part of our emotional well-being that can improve how our body feels physically, too—especially during pregnancy. Some people love being pregnant. Self-love flows naturally out of the wonder and joy of carrying a baby. But not everyone has a natural fondness for being pregnant! Either way, when the pregnancy hormones are flowing and you’re growing a new life inside. It’s the perfect time to try some of these Valentine’s Day-inspired self-care strategies and love the bump you’re with this season.
With all of the prenatal and baby-related products that are available these days, it can be difficult to know which ones are really necessary and which ones are not. While there are many optional pregnancy products, the gentle compression provided by a maternity support belt is not something you’ll want to do without! A pregnancy support band helps with many discomforts of pregnancy, such as lower back pain and pelvic girdle pain, so for most pregnant women, having a pregnancy band is a good thing. How does a pregnancy support band keep you more comfortable in the second and third trimesters? Below are the top three physical benefits of wearing a support belt during pregnancy.
There are common misconceptions surrounding breastfeeding after treatment for infertility. One of the most frequently circulated myths is that IVF (or other forms of ART) always results in breastfeeding difficulty. Knowing the factors ahead of time means you and your IBCLC can create a feeding plan that supports your breastfeeding goals. As you prepare to breastfeed after ART, here are some general tips to keep in mind to maximize your success.
