Having a baby can be one of the most wonderful moments in your life and also the busiest. With all the feedings, laundry, diaper changing, cleaning and other responsibilities, thinking about putting together a sexy outfit is often the last thing on your mind.

We’re all about embracing all of our curves at Calm Parent. But we also know it can be hard to adjust to your post baby body. TBH after having my first, I was a bit surprised and disappointed that my stomach didn’t immediately go back to its pre pregnancy shape. But undergarments, or shapewear as it’s now called, can go a long way in helping you feel and look better in your clothes postnatal. These garments are not what your mother used to wear!

There are a number of great options for those interested in saying goodbye to unwanted lumps and bumps postpartum. My 5 favs that can be worn under most clothing are (this is not paid advertising!):

1. The Belly Bandit

More a waist trainer then shapewear but can still be worn underneath some sweaters in the fall or winter. To be worn at least a few hours a day, and really helps in getting your uterus to contract back into its pre pregnancy form.

2. Hourglass Angel waist training corset

A corset that can be worn a few hours a day or longer to help train your waist back into shape. Corsets have been popular among celebs like Jessica Alba to help get their tummies back after having a baby.

3. Miracle Body jeggings

This one isn’t shapewear but Miracle Body makes some really good postnatal jeggings as they have a built in panel underneath their jeggings and jeans that help flatten the tummy. Also, pockets are sewn down so that they don’t add that extra bulk around your midsection.

4. Sassybax Armed and Dangerous Top

Good for those jiggly arms you may experience after having a baby. This is totally seamless and can be worn underneath most sheer T-shirts.

5. Skinnygirls Shapewear slip

A great option if you are going to be wearing a skirt. Also the pretty lace and seamless fabric makes it feel sexy (not like your wearing one of your mother’s old slips!).

About the author

Phyllis Oruclar is a wife and mother of three very loud boys. She has worked in the fashion industry for over 17 years and has a love for anything designed well.

Phyllis contributes to Calmparent.net because she believes in reconciling her own personal goals with being a busy mother. She is a supporter of what it represents for women – simplifying your life to find balance so that you can pursue your hobbies, or work while still being a dedicated mother. Phyllis is also a personal advocate of Calm Baby Sleep Routine which she used to get her third child on a good sleep routine.

Phyllis enjoys trying new recipes and spending time with her family. She also likes being outdoors, reading a good novel, writing and window-shopping online. Her dynamic and practical ideas are a breath of fresh air for mothers trying to maintain a sense of balance!