Bra tips

[LindaLittleBear]

Hi, I would like some help. I had some very comfortable supporting bras bought from my heart surgery.Alas these haven't offered much support at all after my breast procedure and became too tight. I had underestimated how big my boob would swell after surgery, the haematoma and seroma didn't help

Ideas welcome xx

[weathervane]

I couldn’t tolerate a bra for awhile , i wore a vest with built in support initially. After about 6weeks i found a wireless smooth bra in M&S that was reasonably comfortable . I tried some front fastening sports bra but were not soft enough , also any lace or stitching was irritating. It’s probably trial and error to find one that suits you. Best wishes xx

[LindaLittleBear in reply to weathervane]

I think you are right. Tial and error.Thank you xx

[weathervane in reply to LindaLittleBear]

I had a lumpectomy during COVID so i had to do everything on line , it was a nightmare . I ordered so many different bras they probably thought i was opening a shop 😊

[LindaLittleBear in reply to weathervane]

Thank you that made me smile! xx

[Happyrosie]

I get my specialist bras from a company called Nicola Jane. In your particular case, Linda, I suspect it’s too early to have a bra at all?

[LindaLittleBear in reply to Happyrosie]

Thank you I appreciated your feedback. The surgeon is adamant that I wear a support bra. I'm seeing her on Friday for my biopsy result. I'll see if she still holds that opinion.

xxx

[Retallack]

M&S and Asda do post surgery bras which have been recommended by others at reasonable prices. No need to spend megabucks.

[LindaLittleBear in reply to Retallack]

Thank you I agree, there is no need to spend a fortune. When I had my heart surgery I bought a variety of non wired supporting bras and found them to be good. The problem was after the Lumpectomy and sentinel lymph node biopsy my boob swelled up so much I couldn't wear the bras as my sizing had changed. I wasn't expecting that!

[Iknitandstitch]

Royce front fastener bra they look as if they won't support but they do 100% cotton

[Tansygreen]

Nicola Jane do lovely post surgery bras and they are helpful to speak to. They have a catalogue and online shop.

[LindaLittleBear in reply to Tansygreen]

Thank you I'll have a look xx

[Tabbycat64]

The post operative bras from Marks and Spencer are really comfortable. I’m still wearing mine. My boob was huge after surgery too and very sore. You get money off if you tell them you are post operative at the till. Incidentally the swelling went down about 6 weeks after the radiotherapy.

[LindaLittleBear in reply to Tabbycat64]

Thanks for your feedback back. I saw the surgeon yesterday at the clinic . There is a build of fluid on the boob she was going to drain it but has decided to leave it over the weekend, hoping the fluid will dissipate naturally. Back to the clinic on Monday 🙏

[Iknitandstitch]

I just wrote thi amazing reply to you and it disappeared.. short version left one was bigger than its sister - had bra consult at hospital tried on. Various ones consultant asked where had I got one I was wearing... TESCO. she said it was perfect very supportive this was in 2017 and they still make same one today. Am hoping to attach photo of it - if that proves impossible the details are. TOTAL SUPPORT BRA NON WIRED £9 ... white/black/pinkish colours, only thing is its nylon but at the price I got several as in summer I change it daily, In 2017 were about £6/£7 They wear very well I am still wearing original ones as elastic is still supportive I got new ones ready for when I need them- hope you can find one to fit when swelling reduce..hugs

TOTAL SUPPORT BRA NON-WIRED TESCO £9

[LindaLittleBear in reply to Iknitandstitch]

Thank you so much for your reply. xx

[LillyFlower7]

Amoena specialise in post op bras and swimming costumes - they can be expensive but often have sales. Don’t forget you don’t have to pay vat on special bras. (On line)

[LindaLittleBear in reply to LillyFlower7]

Thank you!