I just passed the 8 week post-partum/post-c section mark and am ready to get serious about getting my pre-pregnancy body back (at least some version of it). I’ve used (and continue to use) body shapers to help provide additional support and give my body some grace as it returns back to a version of it’s former self. But I’ve yet to see a product that will help you get your pre pregnancy hips back…until Shrinkx Hips by Upspring Baby.
During pregnancy, a hormone called relaxin loosens pelvic joints and ligaments in preparation for childbirth. The result is a widening of the hips. And I know I experienced this flattering phenomena because by the end of this last pregnancy, I could barely fit into my maternity jeans. When I read about this product that could help put me back together, I readily agreed to give it the full 8 weeks to try out. Here is a bit more information about Shrinkx Hips from the site:
[Shrinkx Hips] provides constant, even pressure to gently guide your hips back to their pre-pregnancy position.
I received this when I was about 3 weeks post-partum/post c section and immediately wore it when I could, for as long as I could. Initially, I couldn’t wear it as long as I wanted to because I was still having incisional pain. It was mostly uncomfortable when I was sitting down. However, I gradually became accustomed to wearing it and found the level of compression that felt comfortable. Eventually I felt like it helped give me a bit of support for the incision, although that isn’t one of the stated benefits.
In order to get the most use out of this product, it has to be worn within the first 8 weeks of delivery when Relaxin is still present in your body. If you are breastfeeding, the hormone will stay present for that amount of time. Shrinkx Hips is easy to use. You simply velcro it around your hips and adjust the level of compression. It’s made from Nylon and Spandex which makes it relatively comfortable. You can (and should) wear this under your clothing, but you’ll need a longer shirt to hide it.
According to the site, 95% of women returned to their pre-pregnancy hip size after using Shrinkx Hips. If I would have thought about it, I would have measured before and after. The only real way I know it’s made a difference is that I’m able to fit into my pre-pregnancy jeans, especially considering I haven’t lost all of the baby weight (only 24 of the 37 pounds I gained). One question I have about the belt is whether or not wearing it after the 8 weeks makes a difference.
Shrinkx Hips is a comfortable, discreet way to help you get your pre-pregnancy hips back. For more information, just visit their website.
I did not receive compensation for this post. A product sample was provided to facilitate this review.
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I have had six amazing children my last being 3 1/2 years ago via my 1st c-section. I wish I had had this product!!! I always used a girdle right after my deliveries… as tight as I could possibly fit in to! I felt that it really helped! I thought it was my ‘little secret’ to getting back to my pre-pregnacy size/weight. I sure wish I had Shrinkx Hips! [IF] I were to have any more children this would be a definate purchase!!
~Bizee Mama
I bet this would help my back/hip pain as it just looks so supportive. I’ll have to look into this as it seems so much less cumbersum than every other brace I’ve had to wear. Thanks for the info.
I had my baby 6 weeks ago and am breastfeeding. I just found out about shrinkx hips. Is it too late to wear it?
i started wearing the shrinkXhips at 6 weeks after the birth of my baby and in just 2 weeks i noticed a change. It really does work I’m already back into some of my old pants and I must say I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT!!!! Seriously its worth paying for.