Pregnancy is considered one of the most beautiful and magical periods in the life of every woman. However, fantasies and bright dreams of the imminent birth of a baby can be darkened by unpleasant sensations. And if in the first months of pregnancy, many expectant mothers sometimes even forget about their interesting situation, then the second half of the term of carrying a child may be accompanied by pain or possible dangers. In such situations, the doctor may prescribe a corset for pregnant women to help women with a rounded tummy.
Indications for use
In any case, the decision on the use of a bandage for pregnant women should be made by the doctor who leads the pregnancy from the very beginning. It is usually necessary to start wearing a corset during a period of rapid growth of the fetus, which is observed from 4-5 months, and in some cases it is needed right up to the birth. It is especially necessary for women who actively carry out their pregnancy. However, by the time the child begins to descend and prepare for birth, the bandage is needed only during walking or cleaning.
The following situations can serve as a basis for the appointment of a supporting corset:
- Pinching of the nerve in the lower back and the associated painful sensations;
- If a woman has had surgery in the abdomen shortly before the pregnancy;
- Scars on the uterus, which are left due to cesarean section or other operations in the field of gynecology;
- Abnormal development of the cervix;
- A large amount of amniotic fluid was detected;
- Fetal weight above average;
- Low previa fetus;
- Repeated pregnancy or carrying two or more children at the same time.
The belt for pregnant women can be assigned to women with varicose veins and other abnormalities of pregnancy. For many expectant mothers bandage can be a real salvation from the appearance of stretch marks.
In addition to the indications for use, this device has a number of contraindications, which you should definitely ask your doctor.
Varieties of corsets
There are several types of belts for pregnant women, which differ in methods of attachment and scope:
- Bandage for pregnant women in the form of a belt. Such a device should be worn on underwear. The corset is equipped with special fasteners with adhesive tape for easy fixing.
- Universal Corset. This bandage can be worn not only during, but also after pregnancy. It provides abdominal support and is extremely useful for the back. In the first weeks after birth, if the doctor does not mind, you can wear a corset for a speedy return to the form. It helps muscles recover faster, while the silhouette of a young mother becomes more attractive.
- Corset bandage. The belt of this type is able to fix the position of the fetus and support the stomach both from below and above. This bandage is suitable for women in whom the child has taken the wrong position. With the help of this device, the child takes the right position with the head down and keeps it until it is born.
Wear the bandage correctly
In order to not harm your child while using the bandage, you should learn the rules of dressing the corset and the mode of its use. To learn how to properly wear a corset, you can learn from the instructions or from a consultant at a pharmacy or specialty store.
Belt for pregnant women should be worn only in the supine position. He should not deliver any discomfort, and the more pressure.For discomfort, loosen the corset or, if repeated, consult a doctor.
The time of use of the bandage should not exceed 3 hours in a row. After that you need to remove it and take a break to restore the blood supply to the fetus. In the hours of rest and sleep should also remove the device, it is better to wear it during a particular activity and not to get involved in its use.
