Yes, this band made it possible to wear non-pregnancy pants for marginally longer.  They were so uncomfortable that I mostly wore sweatpants until I broke down and bought maternity pants, which I wish I'd done sooner because THEY ALWAYS FIT.  I think I used this band about three times, it generally worked its way up to my rib cage where it wasn't even touching my pants anymore, and I'm just not a fan of the concept.  I don't really get the point.