Ingrid & IsabelBellaband – Seamless Maternity Belly Band for Women – Essential Pregnancy and Postpartum Jeans & Pants Extender – Ideal First Trimester Must Have, Maternity Shirts Clothing Extender

I have just entered my second trimester, but this is my third pregnancy, so I am showing early and already wearing mostly maternity clothes. However, I recently used the BellaBand with my regular pre-pregnancy size 14 hiking pants since they aren't available in maternity sizes. I used the BellaBand for three full days of hiking/climbing easy, moderate, and strenuous trails over various terrain (sand, dirt, gravel, slickrock, grass, pavement, stairs, rock, bridges, gorges) in three different national parks. I was pleasantly surprised by how well the BellaBand worked. It stayed in place (no rolling, sliding, or stretching out) and it kept my pants in place (no sagging or twisting). High temperatures averaged between 75 and 90 degrees and the BellaBand was just as comfortable under my t-shirts as a tank top would have been. Maternity t-shirts are pretty thin, so the button from my pants was somewhat visible through the band and the shirt, but not enough to really look bad or be uncomfortable. The only reason I didn't give this product 5 stars is because I did notice at the end of the trip that the silicone strip at the bottom of the band was cracking, which I think could be a problem for long-term use.

I was very sad when my favorite shorts would no longer button, and I am still trying to put off buying maternity clothes cause I am a cheapo. So I decided to try the BellaBand. Overall I am pleased with this product, though I did seem to buy the wrong size. I should have bought a size 1 instead of a size 2, but the size chart amazon offers is different than the size chart that comes with the BellaBand, It was not until I received my band in the mail that I got to see their size chart. Even though I bought the wrong size it still works for me! Wearing the band folded over once was enough to keep my shorts up on a date night with my boyfriend. I was impressed and quickly went to order another one (in the correct size) in black so I wouldn't have to worry about it showing from under my shirt. I was about to order a black one when I found it cheaper at Babies R Us as part of their summer sale. I love wearing these bands, they keep my pants up and I don't have to worry about it. rolling up under my shirt or riding up above my shorts. For now I have been able to put off buying a ton of maternity clothes for work. These are easy to wash and comfy to wear. I am very pleased.

This was convenient to have in the first trimester. It helped me close my pants that were uncomfortable, but still mostly fit. It is not super reliable for pants that don't come close to closing anymore, as my pants would slide down as I moved around at work (teacher). I liked that it kept my stomach covered as my shirts grew too short, and I like that it was very soft and stretchy. It washes well, and both of the bands that I have look brand new. I would recommend nude for most applications, as the darker colors were more noticeable (even with dark pants). At the time I was wearing this band, I didn't want people to notice my pregnancy, so the less obvious, the better. It fit true to size.

Why didn't I know about these with my first pregnancy?! I just got mine in the mail and I can already tell it's a dream come true. I am a size 8 or 10 so I was torn on which size to get. I went with my gut and got a size 2 since I knew I would be getting really big. It fits perfect! It keeps my pants up without squeezing me to death and my pants don't move or fall down at all. I have been trying to find long sized matenity dress pants and it's impossible to find any that are under $50. Now I can wear my pre maternity dress pants to work without having to waste a ton of money for 5 more months!! Highly highly HIGHLY recommend!!

After purchasing the black one 2 months ago I realized I really needed a neutral color to alternate. After reading reviews that the white one was a bit see through and not as supportive, I got the neutral. I was very happy with the color although it does show more hem/buttons than the black one does, but with a long shirt over it, it's great.I also feel like although I bought the same size (2) with the same company in the black, this one seems a bit more snug although it could be because I've worn the black so often it stretched a bit. These are minor complaints and I love that I didn't have to sacrifice all my pre-pregnancy pants to my growing bump!

I wanted to not like this brand based on cost. However, of all the ones I have purchased (and I have bought several) this is the best. I love the little bit of grip. It is so soft and incredibly stretchy. I'm 5'3" and 225 lbs and a size 2 has plenty of room. So even if you are "plus size" this is amazing. This is the only band I can happily wear 24/7. It's worth the money.

I loved this product. I wore it to work everyday from the end of my first trimester until about 20 weeks, it allowed me to get an extra two months of wear out of my regular work clothes before my belly could actually fit in maternity. I was really impressed at how well it maintained its shape and elasticity throughout those weeks of heavy wear. The bottom stayed put around my hips okay, however, it did need occasional readjustment, this wasn't enough of an issue to knock a star off, though.I honestly can't wait to have this baby and fit in to my normal pants again, and I know that I'll be able to do so earlier with this miracle product.

Ordered this and wore it for the first couple of months of pregnancy before taking the plunge and investing in maternity jeans. I would have ordered the size 1 if I could do over as the 2 was a big loose at the top around the waist and I think the 1 would have "sucked in" a bit more (5'4", 135 lbs pre-pregnancy, size 6 or 8). Does what I expected it to do and held my jeans up and bloat in just fine before full on maternity clothes. Served its purpose for about 2 months.