(Part 2) Best shapewear for women according to redditors

Definitely lots of walking helps! I was told no crunches/sit ups for a few months after to allow for the incision to heal. I was able to go back to mostly normal (stuff like running and pushups/situps) by about 4 months postpartum. Make sure you drink lots of water especially if you’re on any pain medication, and hold a pillow to your incision if it still hurts to laugh/cough/sneeze.

I’m three weeks out from my second c section (scheduled this time) and I bought an abdominal binder to wear after. I found last time it really helped with swelling and made me feel less like my insides were going to fall out.

Cropped hoodie that's a few sizes too small. Like this

It's hard to find one that has that super tight fit. You may be able to butcher a cheap hoodie bodysuit to get that sort of spandex look.

I've see ads for it on Wish/fb too but I got it from Amazon.

There's only one size and it's definitely tight in the thighs, long inseam, surprisingly silky/no uncomfortable zipper rubbing but will probably last 4-8 rounds depending on enthusiasm&finesse.

I'm 5'3@140lbs, long torso&wide shoulders, Bra:30G(DDDD)/32F, 38/W27/38.

Yep. Butt enhancing shapewear is totally a thing.
It even has pretty good reviews, actually.

This is the closest I could find. Got it over five years https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07J4VYZHK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iulMDbCSGTSMC

I bought a shaper like this last year, because I knew if I just got one for my abdomen, it would be rolling up in a tube before you could say Bob's your uncle. The crotch "pee port" works great.

I'm a huge fan of turtle necks. I feel like throwing a basic black turtle neck under a dress is a great way to keep you warm and look great! I got this bodysuit turtle neck from Amazon and I wear it all the time. I suggest a bodysuit because its easier to manage as in it doesn't move throughout the day: https://www.amazon.com/PALINDA-Turtleneck-Bodysuit-Stretchy-Leotards%EF%BC%88Black%EF%BC%8CM/dp/B07BF54X4V/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=WW0ET3S14ES4&keywords=bodysuit+turtleneck&qid=1573086025&sprefix=bodysuit+turt%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMElOSVVJU0k4RDkyJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTI4MDM2MjhaNVdSNk1LSVRDUyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjMxMzk4MUQ0V0FGNlpXQlFESSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

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For more high end winter looks I really love monochrome outfits. They look incredible without really having the try. Also one of the biggest tips that I got a few years ago that really upped my fashion game is accessories. Monochrome outfits (all black usually) with gold pieces (necklaces, bracelets, belts, anklets) and a hair accessory as a statement! Hope I helped !

https://www.amazon.com/Vollence-Silicone-Buttock-Shaper-Enhancer/dp/B07BDHPHVG?th=1

The best we can tell it is one of these.

I got this from amazon in white. It does amazing things and is surprisingly cute and comfortable. Other than that nothing. It has a slit for you to pee through... so no undies. And I had cups sewn into my dress. I'm planning on bringing underwear and a bra so I can change into my after party romper at the end of the night.

I believe this is the one I got. I got it in small as well. Started at the largest hook but managed to work my body to the smallest one!! I've heard it works better if you wear it often, especially while working out 😘

Absolutely! I’ll see if I can put the amazon links on here because I don’t think I can just put pics up here.

The main shoulder brace she uses right now, after much trial and error, is this one. It really limits her range of motion and keeps her from doing too much to further damage the shoulder. It is a bit bulky and doesn’t fit great under shirts, but she’s kind of gotten used to it, to the point where she can even sleep with it at night, which she mostly does. (We realized she does a bit of joint damage at night when she does half asleep stretches and position changes to get comfortable that she never would let herself do while awake.)

We also have tried this . While it’s not nearly strong enough to support the bad shoulder, she uses it sometimes underneath the shoulder brace to support the “good” shoulder, which hurts sometimes. She says she wishes she’d had it when she was younger, as a lot of the joint damage she did while she was younger was because she did extreme stretches that she could easily do, but didn’t know she wasn’t supposed to. She says the feeling of wearing this thing offers a sort of compression on the joint that makes her feel way less like it needs to be stretched. So if anyone reading this doesn’t have shoulder damage yet and is looking for a way to avoid it in the future, this might be a good option to limit your range of motion without going full-on in the bracing department.

These are the ones I have. I have a short torso and the hit right under my belly button.

Innersy Women's Cotton Soft Briefs Underwear Postpartum High Waisted Slimming Panties(XXX-Large, Solid 3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DL4F8DG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kSU0DbM07FMVZ

I was recently a MOH with a low back dress (and what was there of the back was lace) and this worked great for me...I tried backless bras and they all just felt like they were going to fall down in my dress. Seriously I tried like ten different kinds haha once piece backless

Things to bring: phone charger, sleep mask, breastfeeding pillow (didn’t bring and wish I had), nipple butter, chapstick, travel size shampoo and soap for the one shower you’ll take, baggy dress for coming home (had to have my mom run out for one), a onesie for baby, and car seat. Honestly if you need anything else, you can have someone run out and grab it!

No need to bring pads or undies, just use hospital ones and take a bunch home with you! I made sure I brought home a huge bag of free hospital loot with me, including diapers and wipes for baby. Take anything that isn’t nailed down. Pump parts, everything. Ask for more packs of diapers and anything you want from the nurses!!

Things to have at home: regular pads, stool softener, Motrin (all I took at the hospital and at home...was totally fine and didn’t need the hardcore drugs), abdominal binder (I got this one from Amazon like two weeks out and it was CLUTCH in helping me be more mobile, should have gotten it earlier: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M91K43V?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share - I ordered a large based on my still-inflated belly)

Good luck!! 🍀

Mulisky Women Mock Neck Solid Basic Bodice Thong Leotard Bodysuits Black S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QP5VSJL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OQX1DbX6AVJTE

Made by Emma Solid Jewel Neck-line Bodysuit Heather Gray S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SVHKRD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XSX1DbB1JPS6V


minimomo Women's Round Collar Basic Short Sleeve Scoop Neck T-Shirt Elastic Bodysuit Jumpsuit Ribbed Cotton (Gray, S) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S2DHJQC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LTX1DbCDTEVKA

https://www.spanx.com/shapewear/bodysuits/suit-your-fancy-plunge-low-back-mid-thigh-bodysuit

https://www.amazon.com/d/Womens-Bodysuits/Flexees-Maidenform-Shapewear-Endlessly-Bodybriefer/B01B6B8LTS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1549420585&sr=8-5

https://www.amazon.com/FeelinGirl-Women-Front-Contouring-Shaper/dp/B07K733MPP/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1549420585&sr=8-17

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No wires on these!

This or this body suit a size too small. Add a skirt and thigh high socks.


Also this thong and plug combo, but it’s overpriced

Get a shaper that has boning in it, if the straps aren't working. There was a shaper someone recommended here from the brand Rago that I tried on (bought on Amazon) and it really did stay up. I think it was this one and it was low enough in the back for my low back gown, but I am also pretty tall: https://www.amazon.com/Rago-Womens-Waist-Shaper-Medium/dp/B000BIRH5C/

Nordstrom also had one with boning from another brand that was a smoother fabric. Do not get Spanx. Somehow the Spanx all made me look worse once I put them on!

Something like this maybe

I had a major myomectomy about 7 months ago and it took me about a full month to feel like myself again. Of course, all our recoveries are different. I know I wrote a lot here, but just wanted to be as helpful as possible. Good luck!

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1. The first week you will have a very hard time getting around. Make sure you are recovering somewhere where you don't have to walk up and down stairs. If you do have to walk up and down stairs, make sure you have a friend or family member that can spot you for the first few days.
   
2. If you're able to have a friend or family member stay with you the first few nights, this would be really helpful, especially if there are any emergencies.
   
3. You're going to get super constipated. Make sure you're eating prunes or anything else to help in that department!
   
4. Because my constipation was really bad, I weaned myself off pain pills and took a high dose of CBD oil in its place (of course, if you feel comfortable doing this). Charlotte's Web has really high quality CBD oil.
   
5. High-waist panties are really helpful at keeping all your bandages in place. I really like these ones.
   
6. It's really important that the wounds don't get infected. I took Dr Christopher's INF formula and Wild Oregano oil every day after I weaned myself off the pain killers. Of course, you don't have to do this, but I was really paranoid about having to go back to the doctor so soon after my surgery. I do believe this helped deter infections.
   
7. The first few weeks I had a hard time getting in and out of bed. What helped me was to pack my sheets really well under the bed, and I'd use my upper body strength to pull on the sheets in order for me to sit upright. Or if you're able to make some kind of "pulley system" on your chairs/beds, this might be helpful too. You want to focus on not using your stomach muscles during recovery and focus on your upper body strength. Of course, having a solid core will help, but you'll be in a lot of pain if you're using your stomach muscles to get in and out of chairs/beds.
   
8. Move around once or a few times a day. Just "baby steps" around your house. I would just walk in an out of rooms for a few minutes. Don't overdo it! Sometimes you'll feel like your pain is gone and you'll walk a little faster and then pay for it later on. Take your time :)
   
9. If you have animals, I highly suggest getting something like this to help deter them from getting near your belly. It's also nice to have to catch up on work and emails.
   
10. I wasn't really able to wear jeans for a few weeks. If you're a leg shaver, you'll have a hard time shaving your legs for a few weeks. While I normally wouldn't care about something like this, I do have to see clients at my job, so I invested in maxi dresses. They have super cute and inexpensive stretchy ones on Amazon. I also invested in some biker shorts to wear under the dress, which helped my belly stay in place, in addition to my high waist undies. Make sure nothing is TOO tight!
    
11. I didn't have an appetite for several days after the surgery. Certain food smells made me ill, but you really need to take food with your medication. Get some saltines or Ritz crackers for emergencies.
    
12. Don't lift anything heavy. If you think it might be too heavy, it probably is. Ask someone for help.