I have 4 children, but I didn't buy this for postpartum. I bought this because I had umbilical hernia surgery. This is the second time Ive had this surgery. This girdle works great! Ive worn this everyday for about a week now and it has held up its shape and the best thing is it does not roll up on you. I am a curvy girl and most compression garments roll up and I have to adjust it every time I move. I also bought an abdominal board to wear with the compression garment. They both work great and my hernia is healing quickly with minimal pain. I wish I had this garment after I had my children, the support this garment gives is wonderful. I highly recommend this compression garment!