This product is truly amazing.the idea is that you wear this band around your belly postpartum and that it helps your uterus shrink down quicker, helps your tummy get back to normal quicker, adds support...plus, you can wear them during pregnancy for support around the abdomen if needed. I first heard about it while I was pregnant with my second. I was super skeptical at first, but it works! I slimmed down waaaay faster when using this after delivering my second. The extra support was great as well. It's pricey but worth it. I also tried a cheaper Babies R Us brand one and it worked just as well, although not as comfy as a Belly Bandit.