Moms-to-be: Your belly is not the only thing filling out these days, so it is important to get a good bra to support your new friends. Invest in a good support bra without an underwire, that will ease breast tenderness and be comfortable for sensitive breasts.
Also keep in mind that your ribcage is expanding through out pregnancy to accommodate the space needed for your growing uterus, so you may need to upgrade to a larger bra through out pregnancy.
New Moms: Some of your old clothes might be creeping back into your wardrobe, but your old bras certainly are not! Here are some guidelines for what to look for in a nursing bra.
*Get professionally fitted. There are several places that specialize in materinity bras, Check out the
Town Shop and
The Upper Breast Side on the UWS.
*Steer clear of underwired bras as they could restrict your milk ducts.
*High cotton content to keep you cool.
*Wide straps without too much stretch to spread the weight, and prevent sagging