SRC C-SECTION RECOVERY LEGGINGS
SRC C-SECTION RECOVERY LEGGINGS
SRC C-SECTION RECOVERY LEGGINGS

SRC C-SECTION RECOVERY LEGGINGS

Regular price$205.00
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Rated 4.3 out of 5
Based on 9 reviews
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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:


Recovery 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 Shorts and Leggings. 






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SRC C-Section Recovery Leggings have been carefully crafted to offer comprehensive postpartum support and relieve discomfort after a C-section (or vaginal birth).

These leggings are designed to promote a safer recovery, helping you regain strength and mobility, encouraging a healthier postpartum experience. They also treat:

  • Abdominal muscle separation (Diastasis Rectus Abdominis Muscle or DRAM),
  • Lower back pain,
  • Perineal trauma, and
  • Pelvic Floor muscle weakness.

The leggings feature a super soft waistband, and thoughtfully placed seams tailored for C-section recovery, ensuring maximum comfort without sacrificing performance.

With added pockets for practicality, these leggings are a perfect fusion of our classic Recovery Leggings, specially adapted to meet the unique needs of women healing from C-sections.

Developed with anti-chafing materials and in collaboration with an obstetrician, SRC C-Section Recovery Leggings deliver superior comfort and support, allowing you to move more easily and recover confidently after childbirth. For further details, please see below.

For information on health fund rebates, see here.

 

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:


Recovery 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 Shorts and Leggings. 






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

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 SRC Recovery Garment’s flatlock seams increase comfort during exercise and 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 putting them on for the first time, and they may not be preferable for women 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.
  • Mini Length Shorts are preferred by many women because they fit perfectly under shorter dresses and are great for hotter climates. They are also the easiest to put on.

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 Shorts and 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 garments 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.

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FAQs

At SRC Health we keep things generous and stress-free with a money-back guarantee.

  • Our Refund Policy explains how simple it is to return or exchange if something isn’t quite right.
  • Our Shipping Policy covers delivery times, shipping options, and pricing so there are no surprises at checkout.

Many private health insurers in Australia will provide a rebate to customers who purchase an SRC product as they are considered a medical compression garment, designed to aid with the recovery and health of expectant and new mothers.

To claim your rebate simply print the rebate form (PDF) and take this to your health care provider such as your MD or GP or specialist, and ask them to fill in the details and sign. Please note that the Provider Number must be supplied by the Health Care Professional. Once the form is completed, send the rebate letter and your invoice to your private health insurer.

Benefits for the purchase of pregnancy compression garments are payable on select Medibank products where the required conditions are met as determined by Medibank.

 

Your product may be claimable under one of the following categories: Aids and Appliances, Orthoses, Splints, Medical compression garments.

Please note: not all private health insurers/plans offer a rebate and we recommend talking to your fund/plan to see if it applies to you.

Money Back Guarantee

At SRC we are committed to providing quality products to our customers. If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with any SRC product that you purchased, please return it to us along with your receipt and we will replace it or refund your purchase (excluding postage) using the original payment method. Please note that a re-stocking fee may be applied.

Money Back Guarantee, Refund and Exchange information applies to garments purchased by retail customers from the SRChealth.com website only.

Our Refund Policy explains how simple it is to return or exchange if something isn’t quite right.

Your body in the first weeks post delivery is losing fluid gained during pregnancy. Research has shown that providing support to a wound or a swollen area reduces swelling and pain therefore aiding healing. Compression in the SRC Recovery garments provide you with greater core stability allowing you to mobilize more readily as they support your upper and lower abdominal muscles, caesarean wound and the perineum.

The SRC Recovery Leggings and Shorts can only be worn for after birth, we do not recommend wearing them during your Pregnancy because of the gentle but sustained compression.

There are 3 different lengths available in the range, with the "right one" being primarily a matter of preference and what you believe will provide the "most wear"

  • Leggings give the best venous return and great value for money,especially being a wardrobe staple that can be worn to the gym or to work.
  • Knee length gives a better venous return than the Mini.
  • Mini Lenght is more suitable to wear under shorts, skirts or dresses
  • Many customers continue to wear all of the length products not just to the gym but also for aesthetic reasons under fitted clothing.

You can simply take the information from here

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.

There are several important reasons for this:

  • Some women suffer from varicose veins of the upper leg during pregnancy and our research has shown that having the legs finish at the knee provides effective support to these varicose veins.
  • The legs are also designed in this way to maximize the compression effect of the lower centre panel.
  • Having the leg longer also prevents it from riding up.

Unlike mainstream compression products the proprietary fabrics are designed and tested specifically for our garments. The patent pending design features panels within the garment that have been specially located for recovery post delivery. The fabrics have been specifically developed and exclusively manufactured for SRC Recovery Shorts & Leggings. There has been a structured approach to research, with the garment being tested by women in the days and weeks after childbirth. Collectively this process has been designed to ensure that the garment panels work together to provide you with maximum support and comfort. Finally, the manufacturing has been subject to the highest levels of quality control in a dedicated environment.

Read an in depth analysis by physiotherapists Kylie Patterson as well as a 2 min video from our founder Sinead O’Donovan discussing the potential dangers of shapewear and the need for gentle medical grade compression when recovering after pregnancy here

The top component of your SRC Recovery Shorts & Leggings is tailored to push the upper abdominal muscles back into position. This provides you with support which will not only aid healing but in addition allows you to mobilize more easily.

To ensure you have your shorts or leggings in your hospital bag we suggest ordering approximately 4 weeks prior to your due date your baby may arrive a few weeks early.

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.

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 Shorts day and night for a period of up to 4 months or greater. This has provided significant benefit to many women with this issue.

No, they should feel supportive without any feeling of restriction.

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

Your SRC Recovery Shorts & Leggings have been designed for use in the first 8-10 weeks after delivery but can be worn for as long as they provide benefit.

No. The Recovery range is not to be worn or even tried on during your pregnancy.

SRC Health uses no chemical treatments in any of our products.

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Reviewed by Ary S.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Better than the old version

The new version is much better than the old version. Pockets on both sides are such a brilliant desire. Who lives without a phone these days and breastfeeding clothes have no pockets somehow. The fabric is also more comfortable. Easier to pull it up.

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Hi Ary, thank you for your amazing R/V! It's wonderful that you're finding the new version so much better, especially with the pockets on both sides - we know how essential it is to have your phone handy, especially when breastfeeding. We're so glad the fabric is more comfortable and the leggings easier to pull up for you too - we're always working to enhance the comfort and functionality of our garments. Thank you for trusting SRC Health to support you through your c-section recovery and for taking the time to share your feedback! All the best!

Reviewed by Alex K.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Great recovery leggings!

These leggings have been great during my c section recovery. I started wearing them about 6 days postpartum, and day-to-day activities and recovery exercises instantly feeling more comfortable and easier to perform. I have no doubt they’re also helping my diastasis. The phone pockets are also a nice feature, making them even more convenient to wear all day. I plan on purchasing a second pair, as well as the shorts.

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Hi Alex, thank you for your amazing R/V! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that the SRC C-Section Recovery Leggings have been so great during your c-section recovery. It's wonderful that they're making your day-to-day activities and recovery exercises feel more comfortable and easier to perform - that's exactly what we aim for to support your healing journey. We're so glad you're finding the legging helpful for your diastasis too and loving the convenient phone pockets for all-day wear! It's fantastic to hear you're planning to get a second pair and the shorts as well. Thank you for trusting SRC Health to support you through your c-section recovery! All the best!

Reviewed by Gemma W.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Best suited for Pilates and yoga

I bought a pair of these 5 weeks ago and have probably worn them about 10 to 15 times. They have been washed probably six or seven times and followed the instructions carefully. They have not passed the wear test and the quality isn't the same as other SRC tights. The seams have pilliing all over them. They also ripped very easily when I was riding my Mountain bike. Probably great for Pilates and yoga but not far very active people. They were especially worn in between my legs where the legs rub. I would buy these if you do. Yoga Pilates or very light walking. They were unsuitable for more high impact exercise and lots of walking. If you are intending on doing lots of exercise in them, maybe you are better off buying a pair of SRC shorts to wear underneath your active wear instead. I have ordered a different pair to try.

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Reviewed by Samantha K.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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Must have on your shopping list.

Love these tights, I bought shorts for my first since it was summer and went the full length for winter. Highly recommend!!! However if your a small go an XS

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Reviewed by Yufei D.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Very supportive

The legging is very supportive and I wore them from week2 after my natural birth. Very comfortable yet tight

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Hi Yufei, thank you for your R/V. We're delighted to hear that the leggings provided such great support during your recovery from week 2 onwards. It's wonderful that you found them both comfortable and supportive - that perfect balance of compression is exactly what we aim for to help with natural birth recovery.

Reviewed by Parul S.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Loved these leggings

3 weeks PP and I am living in these tights. They were extremely helpful in my recovery so far. I started wearing them about 1 week after my c-section and it helped keep everything together and made my core and pelvis feel more supported. So glad I bought these and wish hospitals recommended them straight away.

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Reviewed by Brooke B.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

LOVE LOVE LOVE

I wish I had these sooner! I had the shorts during pregnancy and they were amazing but these are next level. Not only comfortable but the pockets make a massive difference. I feel supported and yet comfortable. Also helps with the sore legs some days. I will continue to use for months and would definitely have in my hospital bag again even if it was a normal birth. Only wish was no seams on legs or less "active wear" looking so I could wear more.

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Reviewed by Courtney C.
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Rated 3 out of 5
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Unfortunately not what I needed

I have tried to wear these each week for 10 weeks and cannot wear them for more than a couple of hours. I am now 10 weeks post cesarean birth and I have tried wearing them from week 1 but after a couple of hours I get too uncomfortable and start to get discomfort in my lower abdomen around my scar and at the top of the waist band. The size is definitely correct but unfortunately they have not been what I hoped they would be for me. Too tight and too uncomfortable.

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We’re sorry to hear that our product didn’t meet your expectations. When a garment feels too tight or uncomfortable, it’s often a sign that the size may not be quite right.
We truly wish you had reached out to us earlier—we’re always here to help and would have been happy to assist you in finding the correct fit right away.
At SRC Health, we want our customers to feel supported and to maximize the benefits of our garments. If you’d like to explore a different size or swap to the longer shorts, we’d be happy to assist. Please contact our Customer Service team at info@srchealth.com to take advantage of this offer.
Thank you again for your feedback—it helps us continue to improve and support our customers better.

Reviewed by Albane
Verified Buyer
I don't recommend this product
Rated 1 out of 5
Review posted

The seam is write on the scar

The compression for the belly feels great and supportive, however the seam is sitting on the scar which doesn’t feel right until 14 days… so if you are planning to use it before you might want to find something seamless or where it sits somewhere else.

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We’re so glad to hear that the compression and support to your belly has been feeling great for you Albane! However, we’re sorry to learn that the seam placement hasn’t worked well during the first 14 days of your recovery.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your honest feedback—it helps us better understand how our products perform for different customers during their recovery journey.
Our Customer Service team has already been in touch with you regarding a replacement for your leggings, and we’re currently awaiting your response to proceed. We look forward to hearing from you and assisting further. Thank you


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