Bengkung belly binding
Benefits
Supports abdomen while organs shift back to pre-pregnancy size and position
Helps support/prevent diastasis recti
Speeds release of retained water, fat, and air
Stabilizes loosened ligaments and helps close ribs and hips
When can I bind?
After a vaginal birth, it’s best to start 24 hours to 4 days after birth. Binding can continue for 6+ weeks.
After a C-section birth, 5-6 days after birth with modifications. Binding can continue for 6+ weeks.
When can’t I bind?
Current hemorrhoids, it’s best to wait until healed
Organ prolapse
Tell me about it
Bengkung belly binding is a Malaysian form of postpartum belly wrapping that is even paid for by their government! I believe the postpartum period is a sacred period of transition. The mother should be well supported, fed with nutritious foods, and retreat to rest and bond with her baby. When you book your binding, I will listen to your birth story with reverence and hold space if you need to release. Warm herbs will be rubbed on your stomach followed by teaching you how to bind. After, postpartum care and diet will be discussed. Your $150 postpartum visit includes a bind, jar of herbs, and postpartum care consultation.