So, let me — a perinatal and physical therapist with 19 years of experience — tell you about a few tricks that will help your incisions heal while minimizing swelling and pain simultaneously.

Postpartum bleeding can last up to six weeks after birth, but is usually only heavy in the first few days.These C-Section Seam-free Comfort-Fit Briefs from Boots come in 2 packs and are made from safe and non-irritating yarns (91% Polyamide and 9% Elastane) and are Oeko-Tex certified. Well, we’re a little bit biased here, but we think the best postpartum underwear are the ones that look and feel like your everyday undies, but work overtime to help with postpartum bleeding and bladder leaks. This high-waisted option is a wonderful choice for those looking to have a little support but still feel very soft and comfortable against your belly. WEAR: High-Waist C-Section Disposable Postpartum Underwear is Step 2 in the Frida Mom 5-step Postpartum Recovery Regimen.

Week six to 12 tends to be a safer time to switch to underwear made using synthetic fabrics, if you’d like. C-section underwear usually has a high waistband that sits above the incision site and is made of soft, breathable fabric that prevents chafing and irritation. We have a curated range of medical-grade, postnatal compression garments and shapewear for C-sections. C Panty is a convenient, comfortable way to provide ongoing graded compression, which has been shown to help reduce swelling and increase mobility.

And regardless of which undergarments you choose to wear, remember to maintain good posture when you sit, stand, and walk. It is therefore very important to choose clothes in which you feel good in addition to your panties or your girdle after cesarean section , which do not cause you any inconvenience on the skin, and which are not afraid of possible stains due to heavy bleeding from the first few weeks or milk leaks, which are also frequent!

They've got a high-rise waistband that'll keep you comfy and secure above your incision area, and the soft and stretchy fabric is perfect for those days when you just want to lounge around. Regarding the size, do not hesitate to take a size large enough to feel comfortable in your c section recovery pants . Think high waistband that sits above the incision site and soft, breathable fabric that won't chafe or irritate your skin. If the underwear itself is machine-washable, we recommend putting them into a mesh intimates bag to help keep them safe from other items in the laundry; we also recommend air drying when possible.It may sound simple, but such are the building blocks of ensuring a recovery that’s as smooth and comfortable as possible.

The C-Section briefs have a comfortable soft waistband that is higher than regular briefs to stay clear of the Caesarean operation site.I'm not a small person, I weighed 165lbs before getting pregnant and gained 50lbs so I was uncomfortable with the extra weight.