It Has Changed My Life
For over twelve years, I have been wearing nursing bras, as I was pregnant and/or nursing for that long. Even though Sawyer recently decided to (suddenly) wean himself this past spring, I have been still wearing those darn bras. Ones I bought toward the end of my pregnancy with Spenser.
It might not be so bad if they fit. They didn't fit. They were, um, how shall I say this? ... Baggy ... Yes. My bras were baggy. There I said it. Nine years of nursing have done me in.
I was still waiting for my body to regulate itself and I promised myself (every day and night) that I would buy new bras soon. (Taking six kids bra shopping is not my idea of a good time.) Wearing an improperly fitting bra is terrible. If you haven't tried it yet, I wouldn't recommend it. It can really ruin your day.
I can say that now because I see what it's like on the other side. The side of fitted bras.
In the past, I have consulted websites to measure myself for a ballpark figure of what my size should be. (I used this one the other day.) Sadly, after measuring myself, I learned that my size had decreased substantially since my pre-baby days. According to the chart, I was measuring 36 AAAA. Okay, the chart doesn't actually go to AAAA, but if I keep subtracting the difference, in the manner provided, I'm sure that would be my correct size.
I had to run into Walmart (of all the places I did not want to buy a bra) to pick up some medicine. I decided I would just see if they had anything decent, just to see.
My poor boys. I had Taylor and Carter with me. But I promise, I did not torture them by running into the dressing room. I surveyed the poor selection of bras (mostly a terrible polyester) and spied one 100% cotton bra in a 36A for like $6. I shoved it in my cart to spare my boys any further humiliation, picked up my other needed items and left the store.
Holy mackerel! Let me tell you that I cannot believe the difference. I am wearing a bra that fits me. For the first time in so long I can't even remember back that far. This has changed my life. It has opened up a whole new world of possibilities. I'm just biding my time until Kohls has their next 50% bra sale. Then I'm headed there. (Oh, crud, it looks like they are having a sale now!)
But, in the meantime, do you have a favorite bra? Please! I'm desperate! Can you help out a gal?
(And, by the way, the 36A is only a teensy bit baggy. Maybe if I shove a cotton ball or two in them, they will fit better. I hope I haven't offended anyone with this post. Please tell me you are laughing with me...) Have a great weekend!
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As far as a favorite, I don't have one. I usually go for the Olga and Bali's though. They feel the best one me.
I have yet to find a favorite bra. I hear Nordstrom has some wonderful ones ~ I just cringe at spending that kind of money.
But I hate bra-shopping. HATE IT.
My favorite bras are Passionata, which you can only buy online or in Europe (I usually buy bras when I visit my family in Germany). I also have some Balis I'm pretty happy with.
Underwire (for me) is an absolute must. My question is this...why can't they sew the underwire in so that it doesn't rip through the stitching and poke out???? Once that happens, the bra is garbage. No amount of mending can fix that.
Now I feel like I need to go bra shopping.
A good bra makes all the difference. I am currently loving the ones at Target by self expressions that have scalloped edging, but no sewn-on trim. The sides have no trim either, so they are reaaalllly smooth. I like a good VS bra as well, but have a real hard time paying $45 for underwear!
Try a training bra!!! I also have a small chest and that's what I use.
I just discovered you're blog. You will be one of 4 I read daily.
OK... here's the deal there is a bra out there called, Thank Goodness It Fits. I think it's a playtex bra. My friends bought if for me as a gag, and it actually fit. I didn't tell THEM because I'm too embarrassed. But they have "nearly" sizes. So, I literally wear a nearly A.
I know, it's sad.
But when I pass the little girls department in Target and see the training bras I actually wonder, "Could I get away with that?"
Congrats on your new foundation pieces.
I'm going the other route, permanent boobs for x-mas.
J
i just order two new ones and they've pushed the girls so high, people think i've lost weight.
here's what i got: http://tinyurl.com/57avuj
love, love, love it!
And yes, a good fitting bra makes all the difference. And your boys are such troopers. good job, guys.
ME!!
So I go online and order a white, black, nude and FUN version of the same bra every year. Because, the girls wear them out dontyouknow.
It's a bit of an expenditure, but worth it: Body by Victoria, IPEX
Good luck! You deserve it!
A properly fitted bra makes a big difference.
I have been using the nursing bras for 6 years now and I see at least 2 more years before I can go back to regular bras again. In that little moment of in-between time I went back to wearing my favorite comfy 100 percent cotton bra and I can't for the life of me see the brand name-- it's all worn off and the wire just popped out. boo hoo!
Target has a pretty good selection of cotton bras, but yeah.. go without the kiddos. For my birthday 2 years ago, I got to go shopping ALL BY MYSELF for the whole day-- bliss!
Anyway, I did get myself new bras a little while after I stopped breastfeeding and they do make such a difference don't they?
I too have been pregnant or breast feeding for much of the past nine years, including right now. My bra size even changes throughout the day – I’m a little bustier in the morning, maybe a ‘C’ and after feeding my little one all day, maybe a ‘B’. And I am sure by the time all is said and done I’ll just be wishing for any sort of measurable cleavage. My last bra was a Wal*Mart special with kids in tow as well - Such a glamorous life! :) My good friend swears by Victoria Secret, and in fact posted on this subject not too long ago…
http://gardnersdirt.blogspot.com/2008/06/blog-post.html
Really, I hate bras. I can never find one that fits comfortably or doesn't make me look like the girls are standing at attention.
I vividly remember the nursing bra decade and never want to relive that. I can tell you that your post-nursing girls will eventually perk back up. I remember looking in the mirror and thinking,"OH no! They look like bush woman b**bs!" But here I am, 12 years later with so much b**b I don't know what to do with it all!
Happy day!
I bought several smooth slightly padded Olga bras at Kohls a two years ago, and they're still going strong. I think the key is: no dryer.
Have fun, sis. You deserve it!
Just think about finding my husband readind a blog with such a picture ... My eyes nearly popped out of my head! On what was he????
Then he said it was "the sky is pink..."
I wonder if other husbands read your blog!
I had a good laugh ... once I understood he was completely innocent!!!!