Find Your Fit: Size & Shape Guide for Pelvic Floor Support
We get it—when it comes to comfort and support, fit is everything.
That’s why we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. This guide will help you understand how your shape and measurements impact your garment fit—and why that matters for everyday relief.
Why Fit Is the Foundation of Support
Our patented pelvic floor support hammock provides lift and relief from below—but only if the garment fits your body properly. A great fit means no shifting, no digging, and no compression in the wrong places.
Whether you’re managing symptoms like heaviness or just looking for more comfort postpartum or during perimenopause, the right fit ensures you’ll feel supported—not squeezed.
What’s Your Butt Shape—And Why It Matters
Understanding your unique butt shape can help you avoid waistbands that dig in, choose clothes that actually fit—and if you're seeking pelvic floor support, find a garment that truly works with your body.
At Hem, we design with shape in mind. Choosing the right fit style—Curvy or Straight—makes all the difference in how our garment lifts and stays in place throughout the day. Each style is made to follow your natural curves and provide targeted support—without sliding down or digging in.
Use the visuals below to see which butt shape looks most like yours. It’s a simple step that makes choosing your fit style easier—and your support more effective.
Pear or A-Shape
Try our Curvy Style
Pear or A-shaped butts widen below the hip bones. You tend to have a narrower waist and wider set, curvier hips and thighs.
Round
Try our Curvy Style
Your butt is full on the top and the bottom and has a curve to the outer hips.
Heart
Try our Curvy style
Heart shaped butts are similar to round butts, but are like an upside down heart with more volume in the butt at the lower part of the hip. Usually have a taper near your top hip and a narrower waist.
V-Shape
Try our Straight Style
You have narrower hips with the widest part being at the upper hip and then angling inward as you move down your thigh. This looks like a V-shape from behind.
Square
Try our Straight Style
The width of your hips and outer thighs is fairly constant. The line from your hip to your thighs runs perpendicular to the ground.
Not sure? Please reach out—we would love to help!
Next Step: Find Your Measurements
You'll need 3 measurements: waist, high hip, and low hip. Click the play button to watch our founder Lauren show you where to measure.
Final Step: Take the Fit Quiz
With your butt shape and measurements ready, you are just one step away from finding your perfect fit.
Our Fit Quiz will guide you.
What Real Women Are Saying
The best support ever!
I love these underwear and wear them daily. They have changed my life. I almost feel like a normal person when wearing them! Thank you for making them.
Katy K.
LOVE
Love these so much. Don't know how I managed before them!
Stephanie N.
Amazing!
It took me three tries to get the right fit. I thought I was curvy, turns out I’m a straight. But, Hem stuck with me at no additional charge...well worth the wait!
Karen F.
Doctor Trusted | Patient Proven
Dr. Margo Kwiatkowski
PT, DPT, CSCS, PCES
“I started wearing Hem when I was 8 weeks postpartum. I realized as my day came to an end that I had completely forgotten I was wearing a pelvic floor support garment at all! Hem underwear is supportive and comfortable - a perfect combination for women with prolapse looking for a discrete, daily garment.”
Dr. Leah Karp
DPT, CFMT
“As a pelvic floor physical therapist working with women across the lifespan, I appreciate that Hem can be used during pregnancy, postpartum, and postmenopausal to support the pelvic floor.”
Dr. Jill Ingenito
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
“The Hem Support Garment is a top-tier product that excels in comfort, support, and design. It effectively addresses the needs of individuals with pelvic floor disorders, providing much-needed relief and improving quality of life. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a reliable and comfortable solution for pelvic support.”
Dr. Kaitlyn Kakar
DPT, Pelvic Health Specialist
“Hem gave support in all the right spots without being overly restrictive. You can tell it was thoughtfully designed with women in mind. I highly recommend this product to patients and for other healthcare professionals to check it out for their patients as well!”
FAQs
Common Questions About Fit
What if I’m between sizes?
We recommend sizing up if you're in between. Our smaller sizes tend to run small.
What’s the difference between the Curvy and Straight fit?
The Curvy fit is designed for fuller hips and a more rounded backside, and for people who have larger hips relative to their waist. The Straight fit is better for flatter or narrower silhouettes, and for people whose hips are closer to the same size as their waist. Both offer the same support—just shaped differently to hug your body comfortably.
Will the garment dig in or roll down?
Our high-cut leg openings and no-dig waistband are designed to move with you, not against you. Choosing the right size and fit style helps prevent digging and rolling.
How do I know if I got the right one?
Most customers say they feel relief right away. If it doesn’t feel quite right, we make exchanges easy—and we’re here to help. Just reach out.
Still Not Sure? Let Us Help.
Our short quiz takes the guesswork out of sizing and recommends your best fit based on shape and measurements.
Ready to Try Hem?
Now that you know your size and style, you can shop confidently.
We offer easy returns and free exchanges if the fit isn’t quite right, so you can find your support without the stress.