Any recommendations for jeans in early postpartum? I am 4 weeks postpartum from a c section and have somehow lost all the pregnancy weight (??!) but when I ordered some new jeans in larger sizes my midsection swelling proved too big so I couldn’t zip anything :-/. My mat jeans are too big but even the largest sizes of normals jeans don’t work.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

If you want to wear jeans, I’d do the maternity ones that have the stretchy side panels vs the ones that have the stretchiness all the way around. Check target. https://www.target.com/p/under-belly-skinny-maternity-jeans-isabel-maternity-by-ingrid-isabel-dark-wash/-/A-53217104

Another option is to do rent the runway for temporary size so you don’t need to invest in a purchase.

like

Nuuly also is a great rental option. The c-section swelling will go down fast.

I just got barrel jeans. So happy loose fitting jeans are in style right when I was postpartum.

like

And mom jeans.

This was me too!! My body changed so much even when the weight came off. I’ve had really good luck with Good American jeans - the super stretchy ones with the high rise have helped a lot. I will also say I couldn’t wear jeans until about 3 months postpartum due to the scar discomfort - PT and scar massage helped so much.

like

No recommendations unfortunately but well done on the weight loss! Make sure you’re looking after yourself and your little one. Congratulations! 🙂

Post c-section I also dropped weight super quick but my body composition was all out of whack. It took me returning to work and weaning off breastfeeding for my shape to get back to “normal” or something close to what I remember haha. That was like the 6 month mark. By then jeans were fitting without even a thought. For that 6 month period between I was mostly sticking to leggings which were just way more comfortable…especially high waisted with extra tummy control early on.

The suggestion above if you need to have jeans is a great one!

Good to know re the weight loss and body composition! I was so shocked when I told the result at my 2 weeks appointment- I haven’t been trying at all and typically avoid scales at all cost (I did blind weights throughout pregnancy and was upset when I told my weight day of birth). I wasn’t expecting the jeans to not fit so feeling bummed. Granted I also can tell I have no core strength as it’s hard to sit up straight…hopefully soon!

Related Posts

Hey guys, time sensitive question (need FSO input too). Got an offer from two companies. One is a large private company and I’d be doing their revenue rec and ASC 606. The other (cont.)

like

Cleared L1 and L2 round.. After that HR send client interview round..then hr completely disappeared.. What is hiring process in persistent.. I was told earlier that only L1 and L2 and then offer..

like

Hey Fishes,

Have anyone opted for extension in Wfh? How to apply for it? Did you get extension?

TIA

like

How much package I can expect as powerbi developer. My current stack is MSBI and planing to learn powerbi. How much package should I expect? YOE -8.5

Wonder what the discrepancy in salary was between these sexual predators and their prey... #timesup

Post Photo
like

Does EY GDS provide joining bonus? I have already accepted offer from Ey, Can I ask HR now for JB?

like

what's the salary range of SM at EY GDS assurance practice ?

like

Can married couple (both husband and wife) work in EY GDS? I am an existing employee of GDS, my wife is in recruiting process. I need to know whether it is fine. Both are different domains, I’m in Development and she is in QA.

like
like

What to wear for the EY holiday party tomorrow?

like

Just finished The Vanishing Half... any book recommendations for the holiday break?

Post Photo
like

Hello everyone! Looking to move from Advisory to IFS. Can any of your folks mentor me on how best to do it?

like

MBB folks, I’m a Product Manager (non-tech company) and interested in working at MBB.

Which level/role does MBB can offer me ?

like

Any marathon runners up in this bowl?

like

Has anyone been minting NFT’s on Cardano?

Strategy at a large tech company (like Adobe, TikTok, ServiceNow, Cisco) or MBB consulting coming out of an MBA? At an M7 and both look like likely options.

likehelpful

Question for emigrants: do you vote in your country of origin elections? Curious about the reasons for yes and no answers

like

Looking for a referral. Anyone in McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Kearney, OW, Strategy&, BAH, Deloitte, PWC, EY, Grant Thorton, RSM, Roland Berger, Accenture, EYP l, FTI, IBM willing to refer?

funnylikehelpful

I’m conflicted: Soul (the movie): yay, meh or nay? I liked it, but woke Twitter opinions are affecting me.

like

Additional Posts in We're Pregnant!

Currently 16 weeks with an inconsistent bump. Sometimes is noticeable and other times it’s not, anyone experienced this? Currently it went back to almost non existent and am worried

What are the best pregnancy apps you’ve found? Thanks!

Anyone have gallstones or cholestasis during pregnancy? I was diagnosed this weekend at 28 weeks. Going through a gallbladder attack as I type this 😢

like

Looking for push gift suggestions.

like

When did you tell work about your pregnancy?

EY leave department hasn’t been the most helpful with the exact details around maternity leave - so just wondering for any EY mamas - how do we initiate getting the two weeks before due date off? Just a doctors note or ??? Thank you!!

like

Received my first prenatal massage at 19 weeks today and the therapist was trained and did a bit of myofascial stretching techniques. Never touched my stomach. Just lower back, arms, legs and feet. I have had cramps in my abdominal area since a few hours after the massage. Not sure if it’s cramps or stretching pains. Drinking a ton of water to flush out toxins, but is this pain normal?

like

Can anyone recommend a good online pre-natal Yoga class?

like

Any recommendations (or watch outs) for au pair agencies? CT/NY area if it matters. TIA!

like

Did you do the NIPT? I just had my first prenatal appt and they scheduled me for the NIPT at 10 weeks. I’m a little nervous and anxious. Did anyone get it and got a false positive? Do you not recommend it? I wish I could ask family but we’re not telling anyone until the 12 weeks mark.

How much did you all pay for the 20 week ultrasound out of pocket? My 12 week ultrasound cost me $600 so I am guessing the 20 week one would be even more expensive. I have the high deductible plan from United healthcare.

Has anyone been successful in negotiating the schedule on a global pregnancy bill? My provider won't bill by visit and split the global cost into four payments all due by the 28th week. I don't understand how that's legal since it is so off the calendar of services and crosses calendar years (and insurance coverage), where most costs are incurred at the end of pregnancy with increased visit frequency and delivery.

Anyone else struggling with hormones / mood swings? I am almost 16 weeks and been having a real tough time lately, feeling really down and stressed about things. Sadly, causing tension between me and my partner as well as he cannot relate and seems preoccupied with business as usual. Trying to get out the funk and just telling myself it’s all the hormones.

What is a good website to use to create a whole custom baby site?

When in your pregnancy did you (1) purchase life insurance and (2) have a will drawn up?

like

To those who have delivered. Are they still doing photography at the hospital after you deliver?

like

How did you tell your manager you’re pregnant? Did it affect pay/promos? And then, subsequently, how did you start letting colleagues know you’re pregnant? Feels awkward to just randomly drop the news in a meeting! I work remotely so it’s hard to tell by video :) I’m 21 weeks and feel like I’ve waited as long as I can to at least notify my manager. I was waiting to negotiate my salary for next year but per company trend that doesn’t get set until January (manager reviews are written in Dec).

like

Anyone taken the GD test after having covid recently? I have my test in 10 days and I'm currently recovering from covid.

like

Anyone here in EY USA and can point me to the maternity policy? I can only find Canadian or UK versions ok the policy site!

Almost 12 weeks. Still feeling sick in the evenings. Anyone? Please tell me this will end soon…

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal