When your adorable baby bump starts to resemble more of a big ole’ baby belly, you can expect to experience the back pain and abdominal “heaviness” that come along with it. Every woman is different, and so is the amount of discomfort she will experience during pregnancy. For some moms-to-be, pregnancy causes some mild back pain to flare up, while others really do find themselves suffering in discomfort.

Either way, many mamas turn to some form of pregnancy belly support to help relieve the pain. Known as a maternity belt, pregnancy belt, or belly band, these products are wildly popular and readily available at both baby stores and online. They are typically designed for prenatal or postnatal use—and some work for both.

There are two main kinds of pregnancy belly support products:

You’ve got enough to do to prepare for baby, so to make it easier to find the best belly bands for pregnancy, we’ve done the research for you. Our picks for the best belly bands for pregnancy highlight the variety of options that are out there—in different categories—so it's easy to choose what works best for you.

But first, here are a few things to look for when deciding which pregnancy belly support to go with:

$24.95; Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL

We love this belly band because it’s easy to use and offers great support to ease back pain. It’s also streamlined so it doesn’t look bulky under your clothes, and it helps slim out belly, waist, and hips during pregnancy. Made from 88% polyamide and 12% spandex, the breathable and lightweight material adds to the comfort.

$27.99; Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL

For maximum support, this fully adjustable maternity belt gets our pick. It grows with you, accommodating your belly and back needs throughout your pregnancy. It also boasts reinforced hooks and fabric-loop fasteners and is made of breathable fabric constructed of a multilayered laminate with an elastic lining.

$29.95; Sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL

If you plan to exercise throughout your pregnancy, this band will be your best friend. It’s designed for active pregnant women, with a fit that sits securely around your hips and lower back to cradle your growing bump but allow for lots of movement. Bonus: there’s a back pocket that can hold a hot/cold gel pack—good for post-workout soothing.

$26.99; One size fits all

Being hot is just part of being pregnant—so a lightweight pregnancy belt that won’t make you feel overheated is a plus. This gentle support is made of breathable soft cotton with adjustable Velcro closures so it easily fits women of all sizes throughout their whole nine months.

$39.99; Sizes XS-M & L-XL

Everyone loves a two-fer! This stretchy, lightweight, and adjustable band does double duty as a belly and back support both during pregnancy and after. Once baby is born, moms can wear this band to help the stabilize the hip and pelvic area and guide joints back to their proper pre-pregnancy position.

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