Wondering what the pants to wear after your c-section delivery?
Oh, mama, I’ve been there, 4 times to be exact! Take it easy on yourself c-section moms, remember, you just had major abdominal surgery!
However, I’m here to share with you the secrets of dressing your postpartum body so you can be comfortable and still look gorgeous at the same time!
The hardest part about dressing your new postpartum body is finding comfortable pants that fit perfectly around your c-section incision site.
The incision area is so delicate and sensitive that you feel like you can’t wear normal pants for a while!
This isn’t true, luckily today, there are a lot of postpartum pants and postpartum options made just for your post-c-section body!
I will share with you the best pants to wear for any event or every day running errands that you will love!
If you’re interested in more than just pants and would like to see what other comfortable postpartum c-section clothes are available, then read this post here.
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This post is all about the best pants to wear after a c-section delivery and postpartum pants to comfortably fit your body during a c-section recovery.
Comfortable Pants to Wear at Home & in the Hospital after a C-Section
Of course, leggings are a go-to, or at least used to be but once you have that c-section scar you’ll likely want to avoid anything rubbing the abdominal area!
Below are a few pair of pants that are comfortable to wear at home and in the hospital. It’s a good idea to have a pair of pants with breathable fabric that isn’t too thick and better than wearing a hospital gown the whole time as well!
Loose-Fitting Pants
These loose fitting pants were amazing to wear right after my c-section!
First of all, you will still look about 6 months pregnant after you deliver your baby, so it’s a weird stage your body is in and you’ll want something that fits well and looks good.
You will want something with an elastic waistband, zippers are a no- no for a little while. If you MUST wear pants with a zipper, I have an answer for that but you’ll have to keep reading below.
These lounge pants below are a great option to wear your first week home! The looser fit and high waistband is the key to comfort here!
Here is another pair I lived in! This pair comes in so many different colors and is perfect to wear around the house when all you do is nurse all day and change diapers!
Pack these pants in your hospital bag if you read this before-hand! These are great to wear the first few days in the hospital as well!
Super comfortable!
Every day Postpartum Pants to wear running the kids around town
Looking for the perfect pants to wear every day when you’re a mom on the go? Here are some great options below!
Yoga Pants
These high-waisted yoga pants are amazing for new moms to wear on the go! They keep you looking put together and hug your body in all the right places without aggravating your cesarean section scar.
These have a stretchy fabric and pair great with tank tops and oversized shirts.
This pair is so comfortable and yet helps you looks more put together and you can dress them up or down depending on what look you’re going for.
Maternity Leggings
Yes, I know you couldn’t wait to get out of these, but I’m here to tell you that these are actually magical after a c-section delivery!
Why, you might ask?
Maternity leggings and maternity pants have the HIGHEST waistband available that those c-section mamas need at such an important time!
I know you may not want to go back into maternity clothes but no one can tell the difference most of the time. Plus, you’ll be comfortable and your c-section incision will be able to heal and not hurt you by rubbing up against harsh fabrics and zippers.
Maternity clothes make a great option to wear right after a c-section!
Here are some favorites below:
Or Maternity Joggers:
Maternity Jeans
Maternity jeans are another great option! If they still fit you, wear them! They will be so comfortable!
Just make sure that you don’t have a tight waistband, which you shouldn’t with maternity jeans. You want a loose, soft waistband.
Postpartum Leggings
Postpartum leggings are another great option and there are a few out there that are comfortable to wear around those sensitive areas after a c-section.
Many postpartum leggings work great for not only moms that had a vaginal delivery but also c-section mamas as well.
Here are a few postpartum leggings on Amazon that we love!
Ingrid and Isabel Basics Active Postpartum leggings have a compression support for both the tummy area and the leg! Very smooth fabric and moms love this legging for those important postpartum weeks!
Nebility Compression leggings are amazing and don’t have any lines near your c-section scar to aggravate or bother you at all.
These leggings are a top seller and not only fit comfortable but also have a thigh/leg compression shape wear and butt lifter added!
What I love about these leggings is that they give you the extra support you need in every area that you need it!
Dressy Pants or Pants for the Office
Finding some normal clothes to wear to the office or a dressy event can be difficult during a c-section recovery. Don’t give up though, there are many options to choose from!
Hopefully, you won’t have to go back to work right away but some of us still have to make some early office visits or attend dressy events and have no choice!
These dressier pants make an excellent choice for those moms in need after a c-section!
Hybrid & Company Women‘s Super Comfy Ultra Stretch with Full Elastic Waist
These pull-on full elastic stretch dress pants are not only super comfortable at the waistline, but also no added zippers that bother your scar.
The soft fabric and higher waistband make these the perfect c-section attire for any dressy event or work meeting!
DAYOUNG Bootcut Yoga Pants for Women Tummy Control Workout Bootleg Pants
These are another option if you’re looking for a more fuller leg. However, I would not wear regular underwear under this pair of pants because there is a seam that may irritate your incision.
I would get a great pair of postpartum underwear (or c-section underwear) to wear underneath these which we will talk about more below.
Pair these dress pants with a flowly dress shirt like the ones below and you’re good to go!
What to Wear Underneath Your Pants
Trust me on this one, the best thing for you is to get some comfortable high-waist underwear or postpartum underwear to wear under these pants. If you want to wear pants with zippers, you can as long as you wear c-section underwear, or called cpanty.
These postpartum underwear have a special built-in silicone panel that protects your c-section scar from any zippers or rough fabrics during your postpartum recovery.
These are amazing and one of my must-haves in this Ultimate C-section Recovery Essentials post!
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A few more C-Section Essentials you won’t want to forget!
Here are a few more must-haves to get you through your first 6 weeks post c-section!
And there you have it, the best pants to wear after your c-section delivery!
I hope this post helps other new c-section moms find the best c-section pants for their bodies and can enjoy their postpartum days comfortably with their newborns!
You may also be interested in:
- Best Clothes to Wear After your Cesarean Section
- 12 C-Section Recovery Tips New Moms Need to know to Heal Fast!
- C-Section Recovery Timeline (a detailed timeline for your first 6 weeks home)
- How to Lose the C-Section Belly Pooch!
- 20 Do’s and Don’ts New moms need to Know After a C-Section
- How to Survive a C-section Recovery with a Toddler at Home!
- How to Breastfeed after a C-Section
- Best Sleep Positions After a C-Section
