SRC C-Section Recovery Shorts

SRC Recovery garments provide you with increased stability and allow you to move more freely post-delivery, making lifting, feeding, bathing and caring for your baby much easier.

With no adjustable buttons, velcro or zips, the Recovery garments are like a second skin. There’s no need to constantly adjust while you’re wearing them. Recommended by health care professionals for improving mobility and pelvic muscle function postpartum, these garments have become a must-have inclusion in hospital bags of women the world over.

Patented Anatomical Support Panels (ASP) in the SRC Recovery garments deliver targeted compression, ideal for treating multiple conditions like c-section wounds, perineal trauma and episiotomy wounds, abdominal muscle separation and lower back pain.

They provide support to the pelvic area through gentle yet constant compression, activating muscles and encouraging core stability, reducing swelling and muscle fatigue.

The ASP deliver True Cross Compression (TCC) as each layer within the panel is cut on a different plane so that during activity no compression is lost at any time.

The research and development of our fabric was extensive as we wanted to ensure that it provided support and comfort with no feeling of restriction. Our uniquely milled fabric goes through rigorous independent testing to ensure that it is of the highest quality and can stretch and return to its original shape consistently after wash and wear to provide you with optimal performance and a longer lasting garment.

To make sure we deliver this we decided to test our fabric against one of the leading compression brands in the marketplace to assess whether the compression properties were sustained after multiple washes and how this compared to the other brand.

We subjected the fabric to 100 wash cycles followed by an extension test. Our fabric not only retained its original size and shape (against the competitor which shrunk significantly) but also retained the same high level of compression at the conclusion of testing.

The Recovery garment’s flatlock seams increase comfort during exercise, prevent chafing and wound aggravation.

To see more research on SRC Garments, click here

This is a question we get asked a lot by women wondering which length will be the best fit for their needs. Each length has different features and benefits and, ultimately, it comes down to personal preference for each customer in what they will get the most wear from:

• Full length leggings provide the best venous return and are a fashion staple that can be worn like any other pair of black leggings. However, you may need help to put the leggings on the first time and may not be preferable for women who live in warmer climates.
• Regular (knee-length) Shorts can be worn like bike shorts as both an undergarment and outerwear. They provide a slightly better venous return than our Mini length.
• Lots of women prefer the Recovery Shorts Mini because they fit perfectly under shorter dresses and are great for hotter climates. They are also the easiest to put on.

The New SRC C-Section Recovery Shorts have all of the same benefits as the SRC Recovery Shorts with a few new features and benefits:

• Even more comfortable for C-section births they have flat lock seems placed in a way to minimise any chance of coming in contact with the c-section scar.
• They have an extra soft band that minimises the effort required to put on the shorts soon after what is a major abdominal surgery. 
• 2 convenient side pockets of ample size to fit most mobile phone models.

Shipping

Australia

Place your order with confirmed payment before 1.00 pm on any business day and your product will be shipped express that day. You can expect delivery within 2 business days. The product may be shipped with “Authority to Leave”.

International

We use express shipping to all countries worldwide. Freight to US & NZ is $A12, all other countries are $A15.
Delivery times to countries such as USA, Canada, Europe and New Zealand are 3-5 business days. Other locations may take up to 10 days.
A signature will be required at point of delivery for customers outside Australia.

Returns

 We offer a generous returns and exchange policy with a 100% money back guarantee. To read more about our policy or to make an exchange or refund, click here.

Q. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SRC RECOVERY SHORTS AND SRC C-SECTION RECOVERY SHORTS?

The New SRC C-Section Recovery Shorts have all of the same benefits as the SRC Recovery Shorts with a few new features and benefits:

• Even more comfortable for C-section births they have flat lock seems placed in a way to minimise any chance of coming in contact with the c-section scar.
• They have an extra soft band that minimises the effort required to put on the shorts soon after what is a major abdominal surgery. 
• 2 convenient side pockets of ample size to fit most mobile phone models.

Q. How do I care for my SRC Recovery?

Q. Can You Wear SRC Recovery Shorts During Pregnancy?

You should not wear SRC Recovery Shorts or Leggings during pregnancy. In fact, you should not even attempt to try them on. SRC Recovery Shorts or Leggings are designed to wear postpartum, after delivery. SRC Pregnancy Shorts or Leggings are designed to wear during pregnancy to assist with common pregnancy conditions.

Q: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A POSTPARTUM BELLY BAND OR BELLY WRAP AFTER PREGNANCY AND THE SRC RECOVERY SHORTS OR LEGGINGS?

Why should you buy SRC Recovery Shorts or Leggings instead of a postpartum belly band? 

SRC Recovery compression garments were designed to treat multiple conditions during the postpartum period; Abdominal Muscle Separation, Perineal Tears and stitches, C-Section wounds, Sciatica and Low Back Pain.  

Postpartum belly bands simply do not treat all these conditions. 

SRC Recovery Shorts and Leggings are more comfortable to wear than any belly wrap after pregnancy.  Because of this they are more likely to be worn for long periods which increases their effectiveness. 

•    Most postpartum belly wraps do not move with your body and can feel restrictive, requiring constant adjustment when sitting down or getting up.

•    Belly wraps after pregnancy are not always comfortable or flattering especially if you are wearing them under anything that is fitted or over your clothes.

•    Many postpartum belly wraps have hooks, loops, or Velcro so there is a chance of snagging your clothes.

With SRC Recovery Shorts or Leggings there’s no risk of deactivating your muscles. 

•    Postpartum belly wraps rely on your ‘judgement’ to get the right level of compression when tightening it. Doing it up too tight and you risk muscle deactivation. 

•    There’s also the risk of compromising blood circulation, negatively impacting your pelvic floor and bowel function if worn too tightly or for too long.

•    Belly wraps after pregnancy should only be worn for short periods, 2-3 hours to prevent deactivation of your muscles 

Q. Can I sleep in my recovery garment?

Yes, absolutely!

Q. How many hours a day can i wear my recovery garment?

You should wear your SRC Recovery garments for as many hours as they feel comfortable. They can be worn both day and night.

Q. I'm right in between 2 sizes, which do I choose?

With recovery compression garments, when you are between sizes, we recommend that you select the size down to achieve the optimal fit due to likely rapid loss of fluid post birth.

Q. When should I start to wear my src recovery Shorts or Leggings & leggings?

Begin wearing your SRC Recovery Shorts & Leggings as soon as you feel comfortable. For best results our research indicates to start wearing them within the first two days post delivery. It really depends on how you feel and advice of your health care practitioner. Most women put them on around the 36-48 hour mark post delivery, in the case of c-section maybe a little longer, as any straining is definitely contraindicated.

You will most likely need some assistance putting them on the first few times. Most midwives and hospital physios know our product and should be able to assist you.

If at any stage you feel pain, please take them off. The breathable lining and fabric will not impede healing in any way. In case of C-section - if your wound is infected, you can wear product during day and remove during the night to allow additional airflow to the wound until fully healed.

Q. How many hours a day should I wear my src recovery shorts & leggings?

You should wear your SRC Recovery & Leggings Shorts for as many hours as they feel comfortable. Your Shorts or Leggings can be worn both day and night.

Q. How many weeks should I wear my src recovery shorts & leggings for?

Your SRC Recovery Shorts & Leggings have been designed for use in the first 8-10 weeks after delivery but can and should be worn for as long as they provide benefit. Many women continue to wear the garment long after the initial healing stage, for both exercise and for aesthetic reasons under fitted clothing.

Q. I have some abdominal separation, is it too late for me to get benefit from the recovery Shorts or Leggings if it’s been a few years after I had my baby?

We have many women ask us this same question.

We recommend an individualised Clinical Pilates program designed specifically to your needs by your Women’s Health Physiotherapist and combining that with wearing SRC Recovery Garme day and night for a period of up to 4 months or greater. This has provided significant benefit to many women with this issue.

Correct measurement for our garments is crucial. As they are medical garments they may not always correlate to general/fashion clothing sizes. General fashion sizes also vary drastically by country and by brand so we strongly recommend you have someone else take your measurements and use this guide to size yourself up.

We also have a video for you to reference in terms of measuring yourself correctly. We recommend you measure from 36 weeks for SRC Recovery Shorts and Leggings.