I bought this because I was still not "big" enough for full out maternity clothes and I was tired of feeling sad about not being able to come close to fastening the front of my pants. I can now wear all my regular or "pre-pregnancy" pants/ jeans. It doesnt bunch up or show under tshirts or blouses. It looks hip!)(Layering is IN!) SO overall I feel great & know that Im looking good! I love love love my Bella band. Highly recommend it!! ANY negatives? Makes you want to buy more of them?! =)