Best Maternity Belts
A maternity belt offers belly, hip and back support and can help you feel more comfortable during pregnancy.
By Babylist Team
Although each pregnancy is unique, most people will agree that discomfort in the third trimester is a pretty common experience.
Carrying around an extra human (or two!) can put added strain on certain parts of the body, most often the back, hips, pelvic area and abs. Symptoms like round ligament and lower back pain are pretty common during pregnancy and can be pretty unpleasant, especially during the third trimester when your belly may start to feel like it’s taking on a life of its own.
Maternity support belts can help. These structured, contoured belts wrap around the lower portion of your midsection and offer support and compression to alleviate many of the common discomforts of pregnancy. Most can be worn under or over clothing (also nice if you don’t want to wear maternity leggings every day). and are completely safe for you and your little one when fitted properly—just be sure you check with your healthcare provider first before trying one out. And don’t forget to check with your health insurance—many plans now offer reimbursement for pregnancy belly bands. That’s a bonus for an extremely helpful part of your maternity wardrobe.
Most Versatile Maternity Belt
Why We Love It
This slim, flexible yet extremely supportive wrap is a great choice both during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. The fully adjustable wrap works to lift and support your belly and provides abdominal and back support while you’re pregnant, helping to reduce strain and alleviate pelvic pain. After delivery, the wrap helps to stabilize your hip and pelvic areas and guide your joints back into place.
Keep in Mind
The Velcro can be stiff and tough to open and close at first, but users say it loosens up (yet still remains securely in place) after a bit of use.
Most Highly Rated Maternity Belt
Why We Love It
Garnering almost 3,500 positive reviews on Amazon, the Azmed belt is a clear customer favorite. This breathable maternity belt cradles the bottom of your belly to help with hip and pelvic pain, abdominal support and back strain. It offers mid-level support and won’t break the bank with its price point of under $25.
Keep in Mind
Users love the breathable fabric front of the belt and the overall softness and comfort factor.
Best Maternity Belt for Overall Support
Why We Love It
Pelvic and abdomen support? Check. What about hip and back? Check, and check again. This maternity support band from Cabea offers total support for any and all areas that may be causing you discomfort during pregnancy. The belt also comes with two removable groin bands, providing extra compression and support to your pelvic floor and groin area.
Keep in Mind
If you’re looking for even more support, you can add shoulder straps (sold separately) to relieve back pain.
Most Affordable Maternity Belt
Why We Love It
For less than 20 bucks, the KeaBabies maternity belt is an effective, affordable option that offers many of the same supportive features as its more expensive counterparts. The belt’s front is made from breathable mesh material so you’ll stay cool and comfy while wearing it. It’s designed to support your pelvic, hip and lower back areas and is a good way to help with correcting posture too.
Keep in Mind
The KeaBabies belt comes in an inclusive range of sizes from M/L to 2XL.
Best Maternity Belt for Exercise
Why We Love It
Lots of women like to stay active during pregnancy, but the additional weight of a baby belly can get pretty uncomfortable, especially toward the third trimester. The Gabrialla maternity belt offers support and gentle compression to help support your stomach and stabilize your hip and pelvic joints during exercise. There’s even a back pocket where you can slip in a heat or cold pack for extra relief.
Keep in Mind
This maternity belt comes in a wide range of sizes and works for waists up to 52 inches.
Best Maternity Band for Pelvic Support
Why We Love It
Your sacroiliac joints (the fancy anatomy term for the joints that connect your spine to your pelvis) can take a beating during pregnancy. This maternity pelvic belt is designed to compress and support these joints, helping to relieve stress, pain, pressure and instability. Users say the belt is tight enough to provide excellent support but doesn’t feel restrictive, and the moisture-wicking material helps you stay cool and comfortable while wearing it.
Keep in Mind
The Serola belt is made from a unique breathable foam material that helps it grip to your skin and stay in place, even during exercise.
Best Postpartum Belly Binder
Why We Love It
Unlike maternity belts, which are designed to be worn during pregnancy, a belly wrap is designed to be used during the postpartum period. These wraps are made from stretchy material that supports your belly, waist and hips after you give birth and are a modern update on the age-old tradition of postpartum belly binding. This original design from Belly Bandit fits snugly around your midsection and provides constant compression without impeding breathing or circulation. It’s meant to be worn day and night for a minimum of six to 10 weeks postpartum for best results.
Keep in Mind
Looking for a softer option? The brand’s Viscose Belly Wrap is made from bamboo, which is a breathable material and makes it extra comfortable.
Best Belly Band
Why We Love It
If you’re looking for belly support but don’t want something quite as intense as what a maternity belt provides, a maternity belly band is a great option. Made from nylon and spandex, this soft, stretchy band holds up your pants once you’ve popped (one of our favorite maternity wear hacks) and offers gentle compression and support around your midsection.
Keep in Mind
Belly bands are great for that in-between time when you can’t fit in your normal pants but you’re still swimming in your maternity styles. They also work well for smoothing out your belly to give a seamless, more contoured look under clothes.
