Some Tips Before You Buy A Nursing Bra
By:
Robin OBrien
For successful
breastfeeding you should buy the best nursing
for you. Breastfeeding a baby – especially outside of the home -
can be difficult at the best of times, so it's worth spending a
little time and thought before you buy the
nursing
bra that is right for you.
Nursing bras are not the same as normal
bras. When breastfeeding, the shape and size
of the breast changes throughout the day and a good nursing bra
can be easily adjusted to provide the support you need. Nursing
bras also allow for the discrete insertion of breast pads, the
cup linings are designed to avoid irritating already sore
nipples and they allow for the flow of milk – blocked ducts can
lead to mastitis. There’s no doubt that a correctly fitted, good
quality nursing bra can make breastfeeding a whole lot easier.
Here are some tips on choosing the best nursing bra for you.
The best time to buy a nursing bra is during mid to late
pregnancy. By all means continue to wear pre-pregnancy bras
until they are no longer comfortable, then go out and buy.
Make sure the nursing bra you choose
fits properly. This seems like obvious advice
but most women don’t buy conventional bras that fit them
correctly! Also, the nursing bra should allow for the insertion
of breast pads. The nursing bra should be made of a stretchy
material so that it moves with you. Finally, all good brands of
nursing bras are very adjustable at both the strap and cup.
The nursing bra you buy should be easy to use. A good nursing
bra will allow easy opening using just one hand – make sure you
can close it one-handed. Most good quality
maternity
bras come with plastic clips or hooks and eyes
- both are easy to open with one hand, though hook and eye can
be trickier than plastic clips to redo.
The nursing bra should give you good support, especially if you
need a
plus
size
nursing
bra. You can avoid back strain by getting a
bra with good support.
Try to buy a nursing bra where the cup is lined with cotton -
although many synthetic materials nowadays do let your skin
breath. The material of the cup should let your skin breathe as
sweat combined with breast milk can cause rashes and mastitis.
Many large-breasted women use under-wire bras as they like the
support such bras provide. When breastfeeding it’s best to avoid
under-wire nursing bras especially in the early postpartum
weeks. Under-wire maternity bras can put pressure on milk glands
and may lead to less milk production or blocked glands. Many
modern nursing bras give ample support without using
under-wiring. If you do want to buy an under-wire nursing bra,
then it’s vital that it fits perfectly.
If you're planning on pumping often, you should consider buying
a nursing bra that will work well with a hands free pumping
system.
At nighttime you can wear a light nursing bra that that is made
of stretchy material. These bras simply open by stretching and
lifting the cup over your breast. Nighttime nursing bras are
much more comfortable than day wear nursing bras.
Take care of your nursing bra. Following the manufacturer's
instructions on how to wash and dry it.
Buy as many nursing bras as you can afford; you need to change
your nursing bra every day.
Nursing bras can be sexy. There are now many pretty, stylish and
sexy nursing bras on the market. Investing in one of these can
be a real ‘pick-me-up’ especially on special occasions.
Buying the best nursing bra for you is not about buying an
expensive or brand-name nursing bra: it's about buying a nursing
bra that fits you perfectly, gives you the support you need,
functions well and is pleasing to wear.
Article
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Robin O'Brien is founder of
breastfeeding information. It promotes the
benefits of breastfeeding. You can find out more about
choosing the
best nursing bra for you.
