Postpartum Recovery and Pelvic Health Bundle

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 (we find that an Australian XS can equate to a S or even M in American sizes) so we strongly recommend you have someone else take your measurements and use this guide to size yourself up.

Sizing for twin pregnancies is identical to sizing for single pregnancies.

We also have a video for you to reference in terms of measuring yourself correctly here:

Size Guide 

Do not take your own measurement. Compression garments require accurate fit to function. Be measured in your underwear only. Stand with your heels together and have the person measuring you keep the measuring tape straight. They should place the tape over your hips, pubic bone and bottom at the fullest part. The tape should touch your body at all points but not be pulled tight.

We recommend you measure from 36 weeks for SRC Recovery. 

For a detailed description of the features and benefits of each product that makes up the bundle, please see SRC Recovery Leggings and SRC Restore Shorts Mini.

SRC Recovery Shorts

Begin wearing immediately after delivery to support your journey to recovery.

Provide gentle compression to stabilise the abdomen and improve mobility.

Aid in the reduction of swelling and support wound healing.

SRC Restore Shorts

Tailored for use after your abdominal separation has healed, typically around 12 weeks postpartum, unless delayed by complications.

Focus on long-term pelvic floor support and help maintain pelvic health.

Enhance core stability and strength.

Assist with mild to moderate stress urinary incontinence as well as bladder and/or uterine prolapse.

Optimal Timing

The Recovery Shorts: Ideal for the initial recovery phase post-childbirth, helping you recover more safely, comfortably, and effectively.

The Restore Shorts: Transition after approximately 12 weeks, or once your healthcare provider confirms your abdominal separation has healed, to continue supporting your pelvic floor and core.

By combining the SRC Recovery Shorts and SRC Restore Shorts in one bundle, we offer a seamless solution for your postpartum recovery needs, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

The bundle includes one pair of SRC Recovery Leggings and
one pair of SRC Restore Shorts, designed to support you from immediate
postpartum recovery through to long-term pelvic health maintenance.

You should start wearing the SRC Recovery Leggings immediately after childbirth.
Transition to the SRC Restore Shorts once your healthcare provider confirms
your abdominal separation has healed, typically around 12 weeks postpartum,
unless you faced any post-delivery complications.

Our shorts are designed with consistent sizing criteria to ensure a flexible and comfortable fit. We recommend using the same size for both the Recovery Leggings and Restore Shorts based on your measurements taken during the third trimester or immediately postpartum.

SRC Health offers a one-time free size exchange for the Restore Shorts if your size changes after the 4th trimester. We provide this exchange with free shipping to ensure your continued comfort and support.

The SRC Recovery Leggings help stabilise the abdomen, support wound healing, reduce swelling, and improve posture immediately after childbirth. The SRC Restore Shorts continue to activate the pelvic floor by providing light pressure to the perineum, improve core stability, and maintain overall pelvic health.

Yes, the SRC Restore Shorts are beneficial regardless of when you start wearing them, as long as your abdominal separation has healed. They are designed to support ongoing pelvic health and can be used effectively at any postpartum stage.

Choosing the right compression garment is essential for optimal postpartum recovery. SRC Health offers 2 types of recovery garment options:

1. SRC Recovery Shorts & Leggings:

• Purpose: Designed for general post-pregnancy recovery, regardless of whether the delivery is vaginal or by C-section.
• Support Areas: Provides targeted compression to the abdomen, back, pelvis, and perineum
• Usage: 24-hour wearability, providing support during light physical activities and aiding in your recovery process.
• Options: Available in both Regular Shorts, Mini Shorts and Leggings to suit your preference and wardrobe needs.

2. The New SRC C-Section Recovery Garments

These garments have all of the features and benefits of the SRC Recovery Shorts with a few additions, specifically to make them even more suitable and comfortable for C-section births. Naturally, they can also be worn for vaginal births.

Here are the 3 main differences:

• SRC C-Section Recovery Garments are even more comfortable for C-section births with flatlock seams placed in a way to minimise any chance of coming in contact with the C-section wound.
• SRC C-Section Recovery Garments have an extra soft band that minimises the effort required to put on the shorts soon after what is a major abdominal surgery.
• SRC C-Section Recovery Garments have 2 convenient side pockets of ample size to fit most mobile phone models.

SRC Recovery Leggings are postpartum leggings that offer several advantages over postpartum belly bands. They treat multiple conditions simultaneously, ensuring greater comfort, and can be worn for longer periods, thereby increasing their efficacy. Belly bands, if worn too tightly, can deactivate muscles and should be used for only 2-3 hours at a time. Conversely, SRC Recovery Leggings promote continuous muscle activation which supports consistent healing.

Specially designed by women for women, our postpartum compression garments are crafted to provide support and flexibility for recovering mums without any feeling of restriction. Using smooth, breathable, anti-chafing fabrics, they are designed for prolonged wear without causing irritation, ensuring comfort throughout the day.

Both the shell and the lining of our  SRC Recovery garments are also made of 80% polyamide and 20% elastane. With uniquely milled, high-quality fabrics,  you can rest assured that they maintain their elasticity and shape even after multiple wears and washes. With this True Cross Compression Technology, each layer of fabric is cut differently, providing consistent and reliable compression during any activity so you never lose the support you need during recovery.