Posted byJessica sent a question about nursing bras — where can she get one that fits without spending tons of money?
My nursing bras are making me miserable. My 32F bra is too loose in the band and too tight in the cups. I have found a few online that I think would be the correct size but are very expensive — we’re talking upwards of $70. Do I really have to suck it up and order the $70 bras without even trying them on?
Where are the bras for women who now have a huge rack due to pregnancy/breastfeeding? Or better yet — is there a creative DIY way to convert a regular bra into a nursing bra?
32J here. The only bra that I have found that fits and is not insanely uncomfortable is the Bravado Sublime Nursing bra. It’s still not terrifically comfortable, because, let’s face it, a 32J is never comfortable, but at least my bosoms are not hanging out around my navel when I wear it, (which is where they are currently spending most of their time) so I can actually leave the house sometimes.
WHY didn’t I find this post 4 months ago? I was a (I thought) large breasted woman before pregnancy at 38 D. Then during pregnancy, I thought my boobs were huuuuge at 42 DD. Ha. Now, nursing, I am wearing a 34 H. (I have lost about 22 lbs doing elimination diet for the baby’s allergies, hence the smaller band size). My personal recommendations: Hotmilk is my favorite, and zulily.com has them every few weeks for about 50% off. Bravado’s Sublime nursing bra was pretty good but I don’t love the foam drop cups (they are great for when you’re wearing a sleeker top, though – no seams). The Medela sleeping bra is okay, but really doesn’t offer a lot of support. Sometimes it made my back hurt. And on the CHEAP- Wet Seal tank tops that go 5/$20. They are extra long, great for wearing around the house or under tops during pregnancy and for nursing. I love them.
I agree Holly, why didn’t I find this months ago??? I had to flail my way through nursing bras and let me tell you all, its was *hard*. The only brand that I seem to like was Leading Lady. I really only tried them because they were the cheapest online source, but actually, they’re really comfortable and I’m glad I tried them, even if it was based on cost. I would definitely recommend them to anyone still looking!
http://www.leadinglady.com/nursing-bras.html
try amazon.com i got some at a 36i forbout 40-50$ but yes bras at that size will be expensive. ive been looking for bras cheap now for 5-6yrs 40 is bout the cheapest i have ever found