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I was looking at nursing bras - trying to get ahead of the game - and found that they recommend buying one in the last trimester - NOT helpful when I am adopting! :-) Anyone have any advice on how to buy a correct sized nursing bra while on the protocol? I have 5 more weeks before I start pumping...
Anyone also have any experience with being a larger chested woman to start? I can't imagine going without underwire for support, but have read it is not good for breastfeeding. I am already a DD before any of this...
Any recommendations on a brand or style?!?!?
Thanks for your help!!!!
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I am jealous!
I am naturally an A but am currently sporting a C. So I went up 2 cup sizes. I haven't been wearing a bra which is...let's just say it's not pretty.
Hopefully someone more well-endowed than me can help you.
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I am not well-endowed (a C) but I would not recommend the underwire. I ended up with clogged ducts this time and they are not fun. I am actually wearing the sports bra type most of the time to prevent them. I hope someone that has a similar situation can help you.
Jennifer
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Bravado has some really good nursing bras and they have excellent customer service. Their styles accommodate larger breasted women very well.
Laurie~Craig's wife~Mom to 4 blessings nurtured at the breast CJ(24)Travis(21)Beka~adopted(9)Rab(6)
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Thanks!
I have found some that are $25 and some that are $60 - the more pricey ones are hard to TRY unless I know that they are going to fit longer term. I will continue my quest.
AND DON'T BE JEALOUS - they are no fun to deal with on a daily basis! ;-(
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You might try here too. http://breakoutbras.stores.yahoo.net/index.html I have bought regular bras from them and really like the styles and their Customer service too.
Laurie~Craig's wife~Mom to 4 blessings nurtured at the breast CJ(24)Travis(21)Beka~adopted(9)Rab(6)
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I second the Breakout Bras suggestion - I have ordered nursing bras and pump accessories from them, and they've been really great.
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Use BB802 at the check out for 15% off Break Out Bras until Aug 6th.
Laurie~Craig's wife~Mom to 4 blessings nurtured at the breast CJ(24)Travis(21)Beka~adopted(9)Rab(6)
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Oh and I forgot to say Shipping is always free
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Hi,
I am a size 36H...not fun. I LOVE the medela seamless softcup nursing bra at breakoutbras.com. It is very comfortable, true to size, easy to exchange and doesn't give you "torpedo boobs" or "uni-boobs" that some larger bras do. I have been nursing for 8 1/2 years and gone from every size between 34 DD to 36H...this is the best bra! Try buying only 1-2, as you may experience size changes throughout your nursing experience. And remember...nothing too tight or constricting and the underwire end should land well under your armpit. Best of luck to you!!!!!
Proud Mama of 2 Homegrown Sons, 7 & 9 yrs and our adopted princess bn 2/07
Proud wife of 11 yrs
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