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The medical community, such as the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, doesn't generally support the use of waist trainers for any amount of time, much less at night. Reasons not to wear one while sleeping include: potential impact on acid reflux, hindering proper digestion.

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Share on Pinterest Many proponents of waist training suggest wearing a waist trainer for 8 or more hours a day. Some even recommend sleeping in one. Their justification for wearing one overnight is that the additional hours in the waist trainer maximize waist training benefits. The medical community, such as the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, doesn’t generally support the use of waist trainers for any amount of time, much less at night. Reasons not to wear one while sleeping include: potential impact on acid reflux, hindering proper digestion

potential reduction in lung capacity, depriving your body of oxygen

potential physical discomfort, interrupting sleep Keep reading to learn more about the purported benefits and the actual side effects of waist trainers. What is a waist trainer? A waist trainer is the modern day corset. It’s worn around your midsection to create the illusion that you have an hourglass figure. There are three primary types of waist trainers: Everyday trainers. Designed to be worn under clothing, these waist trainers typically provide compression with a latex core and hook-and-eye closures. Designed to be worn under clothing, these waist trainers typically provide compression with a latex core and hook-and-eye closures. Workout trainers. Sturdier than an everyday waist trainer, workout waist trainers usually have a latex core. Many are designed to be worn outside clothing. Sturdier than an everyday waist trainer, workout waist trainers usually have a latex core. Many are designed to be worn outside clothing. Steel-boned trainers. More traditional in design, these waist trainers are reinforced with flexible steel boning and typically include tightening laces in the back. Most waist trainers claim to shape your waist into a sculpted silhouette or help with weight loss. Are the claimed benefits of waist training true? Although not supported by the medical community, proponents of waist training claim that waist training garments can result in: An hourglass figure When the waist trainer is put on and tightened, many people feel that it gives them a more attractive figure with an impressively slim waist, accentuated bust, and curvy hips. The concept is that if you wear the waist trainer for long enough periods, your body will be trained to maintain that shape. This claim has been widely disputed by doctors and medical organizations. They suggest that waist trainers don’t provide long-term shaping benefits. Better posture While you’re wearing a waist trainer, it’s likely that you’ll maintain good posture. There’s a concern, however, that wearing a waist trainer too much may weaken your core muscles which could lead to poor posture and back discomfort. Decreased appetite The claim for a decreased appetite is based on the waist trainer putting pressure on your stomach. If your stomach is compressed, it’s likely that you’ll reach a feeling of fullness faster than if your stomach was not being squeezed. Weight loss Although there’s anecdotal evidence of weight loss during waist training, it is most likely due to fluid loss from perspiration. Waist trainer side effects The concern about the side effects of waist training is the potential for physical damage. Compressing your midsection can: force organs like your kidneys and liver into unnatural positions

impair internal organ function by crowding

reduce core muscle strength

cause rib fracture

deprive you of oxygen, possibly by reducing lung capacity by 30 to 60 percent

restrict lymphatic system

create digestive tract blockages

promote acid reflux

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Is 12 weeks too long? The Belly Wrap will be most effective when worn immediately after delivery, for 6-10 weeks, although some women prefer to wear it for a longer period of time.

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If there is more than a 3” gap between the ends of the wrap, you will need a larger size. Order a larger size and return the smaller wrap. (Don’t remove the tags or wear the wrap for too long; we can only accept returns of merchandise that have tags and don’t show any signs of wear.) However, if the ends just touch (or even barely touch), you actually have the size you need. As your body recovers and returns to its pre-pregnancy state, you will gradually tighten the wrap, using more and more of the Velcro® closure. If the ends of the wrap are 1-2.5 inches shy of closing, try this:

• Lie on a flat surface with the band beneath you

• Try closing it (if you need help, ask your partner, a friend, the dog walker) • If you find the band to be too tight, try and wear it for a few hours each day until you begin to shrink into the size. • The Belly Bandit® should fit snug with constant pressure on the belly, but without any impact on breathing, circulation or discomfort in your ribs. If discomfort occurs, remove immediately and consult your doctor. If you just delivered and it's tough to close, wait a day or two and try again.

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