Hi! I am on my 8th month of pregnancy! Its my first and having a bit of back pain already.
Just wanted to ask if you would have any recommendation on a good pregnancy belt. I already tried the Medela support band from Babies R Us and the Large is too big for me and the S/M is too small. Thanks in advance!
Someone just recently posted a similar question; however, I believe she was having a lot of pressure in her abdomen. I also had back pain during my pregnancy and found a lot of relief with Motherhood's Maternity Support Belt. I only ended up using the belt portion, but found that it seemed plusher and larger than other belts. When I had it adjusted properly for my body, it helped my back tremendously. I also carried a pillow around everywhere with me and placed it in the middle of my back every time I sat down - now that was a life saver. Good luck in your search.
Kath,
As a physical therapist I have only had luck with the Materinity SI-LOC brace and the Mother-to-be brace. These can be found at www.optp.com. Good luck! Caroline
Caroline B Palmer
www.linabean.myarbonne.com
bought a good one from a medical supply store
Alyx
Hi Kath!
Congratulations on your pregnancy! I can both sympathize & empathize with your lower back pain. There's one particular product that I really like & recommend to my pregnant clients called "BellaBand". It's fabulous to use during pregnancy for aches & pains. You can also use it postpartum while your body adjusts back to pre-pregnancy status.
I found a site that has them on sale but I think you can also get them now at Target.
http://www.doulashop.com/bella-band/index.html?gclid=CNGyz-_Ikp4CFRESawod-GY4ow
Good luck! Also, if you're in the Sacramento area I just happen to be a certified Perinatal Massage Therapist since '97 :)
Cheers,
Christine