AW Style 26 Sheer Support Closed Toe Maternity Pantyhose 15-20 mmHg - Comfortable Pregnancy Compression Stockings for Work & Everyday Wear

I really like these support tights for many reasons- they are more sheer and affordable than the brand I tried from my local medical supply shop (those were thigh highs). I ordered XL based on measurements listed (I was between L and XL) and they fit great. However, probably because of their sheerness I am on my 2nd pair and they already have a few holes (which I stopped from running with nail polish). I am hoping they will last the last few weeks of my pregnancy. They also tend to sag in the crotch throughout the day and trying to pull them up hard is what snagged them. The best thing about them is they work wonders for my varicose veins!! I really notice a difference in bulging and discomfort when I skip a day. Overall I would recommend, but be aware you will probably have to replace them once or twice. Still worth it in my opinion.These absolutely did what they were supposed you do but they were pretty uncomfortable. I took them off as soon as my transcontinental flight landed, but I should have left them n because my legs got seriously swollen by the time I got to the hotel (somewhat long train ride). So they did what they were supposed to. They're also pretty hard to get on, but I that's par for the course with these things. There's some good advice online about how to put them on and take them off. I'm normally a size 18 and have a 33" inseam, and these were the best I could find as far as fitting someone size.This item came faster than expected. It was listed to take about a week but I got it 2-3 days after ordering, so I was very pleased! I did rip the first pair after a couple weeks, but that was my own fault as I tried to pull up on the thigh part too hard. I am on the second pair now and have used it a few weeks plus I have up to 4weeks left to use them and feel they should last. I have a few tiny runs from walking into things or from pets or kids but some clear nailposh applied did stop it right away. I do find the band that goes over the belly to be a bit tight at times and uncomfortable and it'd be nice if that part went further up or stopped below just for comfort. Overall a great well made product. Check out the Ames Walker website for helpful fitting information!I've never had a need to wear compression hose, but with this pregnancy I definitely needed something to help the aches from the varicose and spider veins for the full length of my legs. I do feel like a sausage squeezed into them, but WOW they make my legs feel so much better. I put them on first thing in the morning and my veins don't hurt or swell. They can be a challenge to put on, but I think that's a given with compression hose products. The trick is to turn them inside out and roll them up your legs rather than trying to put your foot in at the top of the leg. I'm very happy with these. The thickness is durable and great for a second layer in fall/winter. The maternity panel helps support my growing belly, though we'll have to see how it fits when I hit the 3rd trimester (6 mths now).The maternity belly panel is too small/short for even my small, 17 week belly. And I’m petite. So it digs into my belly especially if I sit down. Not comfortable. No chance it’ll work for 3rd trimester, and you can’t size up because they need to fit ankle and thigh circumference for compression.The belly panel is not tall enough and I’m a small person ( 4’10’’ 140lb) I’m 6 month pregnant. Super uncomfortable because of the belly panel. But the compression and the legs did the job. I had a lot less swelling in my ankles.worked but impossible to put on by my pregnant self i needed my husband to help me and it was difficult and then it only lasted until i had to use the restroom then it was really hard to put back on again and pregnant people to to the rest room a lot sooooo yea.The first day I wore these, it was only for a half a day to test them out before a full day at work. They kept sliding down (despite being hiked to the proper height every chance I could get). Despite this, I thought I could handle the occasional uncomfortableness of sagging tights for the benefit of suppressing my varicose vein while at work the next day. Well, they tore and tore big at work (no sharp fingernails came near them, and I put them on properly - I think all of us girls have had lots of practice on how to put on stockings). Out of my frustration at work I decided to throw them out.I contacted the company and on the bright side - they responded quickly, but refused to refund me because I couldn't send them back. I get it, but it's still frustrating. So if you decide to purchase these and they rip, make sure to keep them if you want a refund.