About Belly Binding

Belly binding is an ancient postpartum practice that honors and supports the healing body after birth. A long cotton wrap is gently and securely tied from the hips to the ribs, offering abdominal and postural support as your body recovers.

Each session begins with a light lymphatic massage to encourage circulation, reduce swelling, and prepare your body for the wrap. Once applied, the wrap helps stabilize the core, support the spine, and gently guide the organs and uterus back toward their pre-pregnancy positions.

Beyond the physical benefits, many mothers find that belly binding provides a comforting sense of grounding, self-care, and connection to the traditional wisdom of postpartum healing.

  • Belly Binding Packages & Sessions

    Every postpartum recovery is different, which is why belly binding support is offered per visit, allowing us to create a plan together that best supports your body, recovery, and postpartum journey.

    $100 per visit
    $50 one-time fee for your Bengkung wrap

    Each visit is approximately 60–90 minutes and includes a gentle 30-minute lymphatic massage with oils, red light therapy, and traditional Bengkung belly binding.

    Whether you're looking for just a few sessions or more consistent support throughout your recovery, we can create a schedule together based on your individual needs and how you're feeling along the way.

    Already have a Bengkung wrap? You're welcome to use your own, and the $50 wrap fee will be waived.

  • Postpartum Support Add-On

    A special add-on rate for my doula clients, offering a seamless blend of hands-on care and gentle body support during recovery.

    Initial Binding + Two Rewrap Sessions

    Includes: three total belly binding sessions with 20 minute light lymphatic massage, warm oils & red light therapy.

    Cost: $200

FAQs

    • Supports abdominal muscles, spine, and internal organs after birth

    • Encourages proper posture and reduces back discomfort

    • Promotes lymphatic drainage and improved circulation

    • Helps close the abdominal separation (diastasis recti)

    • Aids mobility and core recovery

    • Creates a feeling of confidence and containment during the postpartum transition

    • Honors a time-honored cultural practice that celebrates the body’s ability to heal

    • Vaginal births: Belly binding can typically begin within the first week postpartum, ideally before day 5.

    • Cesarean births: It’s best to wait until your incision is mostly healed and your healthcare provider gives the okay which is usually between 3–6 weeks postpartum.

    • Wear the wrap for 8–12 hours per day, removing it for rest, sleep, and movement as needed.

    • Continue for 6–8 weeks postpartum, or as long as it feels supportive.

    • After that period, discontinue regular use to allow your abdominal muscles to rebuild their natural strength.

    Remember to always listen to your body; belly binding should feel supportive, not restrictive. Find a natural balance between external support and rebuilding your own inner strength.

  • Red light therapy is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to support the body’s natural healing processes. It works by stimulating cellular energy production, which can help reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and support tissue repair.

    When used alongside belly binding in the postpartum period, red light therapy may:

    • Support healing of abdominal tissues and muscles

    • Reduce soreness, swelling, and inflammation

    • Promote circulation to the pelvic and abdominal area

    • Support overall recovery and comfort

    Together, belly binding provides external physical support and alignment, while red light therapy works internally at the cellular level which creates a complementary approach to postpartum healing.

    Red light therapy is not a medical treatment and is intended as a supportive wellness modality during postpartum recovery.

  • I offer in-home Belly Binding services throughout the Los Angeles area. Travel within a 10-mile driving distance is included in the cost of your package. For clients located more than 10 miles away, an additional $25 travel fee per visit will apply.

    If you’re unsure whether your location falls within my standard travel radius, feel free to send me your city or ZIP code and I’d be happy to confirm availability and any applicable travel fees.

Interested in belly binding support? Let’s talk.