Pregnancy support belts are wide, fairly rigid, fabric bands that can be adjusted to fit throughout your pregnancy. The belts usually sit just under your belly and helps to take some of the weight from your bump. The belts can reduce soreness associated with abdominal separation (DRAM) in the late trimesters, help with pelvic girdle pain (PGP), pubic symphysis pain and lower back pain. They can also reduce symptoms of sciatica, oedema and pain from altered postures, with the added bonus that they can be used for additional support after the birth.
It is important to note that Pregnancy Support Belts are not a ‘cure’ for symptoms, they can provide some temporary relief if you are struggling with any of the aforementioned symptoms but shouldn’t usually be used for more than a few hours at a time. Most belts are designed to provide relief when you are active, not resting, you should speak to your midwife or healthcare provider prior to purchasing one, to make sure that they are right for you and your baby.
Have a look at our Top 5 Pregnancy Support Belts here:
Lola &Lykke Core Relief Pregnancy Support Belt
What we love about it:
- ️It has high-level back, hip, and abdominal support.
- Super-soft bamboo viscose is comfortable on fragile / stretching skin.
- Extra compression straps with easy Velcro fastenings to lift and support bump.
- Features a back pocket for hot and cold therapy relief designed to ease back pain.
- Eases pressure on back, pelvis, bladder, and spine.
- Lola&Lykke products are sent in 100% recyclable, plastic-free packaging.
- It is award winning!
What it is best for:
Jill and Joey Maternity Belt
What we love about it:
- The Jill & Joey maternity belt can be worn over or under your clothes, it is comfortable and breathable as it is made of soft cotton making it easier to perform your day to day activities.
- Many mothers reported that they loved wearing this pregnancy belt while they continued running throughout their pregnancy.
- It’s really simple to put on with just one solid band.
- The size is adjustable up to 45 inches, making sure the pregnancy belt gives the right amount of compression and support throughout all stages of pregnancy.
- It comes at a really reasonable cost (compared to a lot of other belts).
- It isn’t too chunky and the material isn’t too thick / warm.
- The Velcro band makes it super easy to put the maternity belt on and take it off and adjust.
What it is best for:
- Comfort whilst staying active during your pregnancy.
- Abdominal separation (DRAM) or abdominal weakness.
Babymoov Dream Belt
What we love about it:
- This belt is aimed more at comfort in lying positions and helping to achieve better sleep.
- There is Memory foam on either side of the dream belt which helps to fill the gap between hip and mattress, enabling comfortable side-sleeping.
- Babymoov are working to replace all plastic materials with better, more green alternative materials such as biodegradable, bio-based, recycled and non-polluting materials. Plus, they have joined forces with ‘Reforest Action’ to support reforestation in France and abroad.
- This product is award winning.
- Easy to wear with Velcro fastening around the back and very light weight.
- It can be used on the skin or over clothing.
What it is best for:
- Sleep / side lying comfort.
- Hip pains
Neotech Care Pregnancy Support Maternity Belt
What we love about it:
- It offers very good support.
- It is comfortable to wear.
- It has support above the bump also to help keep the belt in place.
- This product is great for when you are active.
- Neotech are a US based company but they specialise in ‘braces’ so when it comes to support, they know their stuff!
What it is best for:
- Support when you are active / walking.
- SPD / PGP (pelvic pain)
Belly Bandit Upsie Belly Band
What we love about it:
- It has a very secure fit and comes with great reviews for comfort.
- It has a back ‘pocket’ to put a gel pack for an added hot / cold treatment (included).
- It comes in a lot of different sizes (so it isn’t just a ‘one size fits all’ product like many others).
- Belly Bandit are a well known brand and make lots of different maternity products.
- It offers a lot of support for active ladies.
- It is really easy to fit and take off / put on.
What it is best for: