lovemy9kids Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Any good recommendations for a good, comfortable one for a full figured gal? I'm due in less than four weeks.........thanks! O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 My kids are older, so its been awhile, but I always got nursing bras at Penneys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyB Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 It's been a couple of years, but I think I used Bravado brand. It was like a sports bra, so it was really comfortable all day and night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuckabella Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 It's been a couple of years, but I think I used Bravado brand. It was like a sports bra, so it was really comfortable all day and night. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebug42 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 When I was nursing DD9, I went up to a size 42G bra. The only place I could get comfy ones was Motherwear.com. I paid enough for them but I had to wear a bra 24/7 for the whole time I was nursing (9 months). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 This site is a great resource: http://www.birthandbaby.com/ They carry every brand and style and their online size calculator is surprisingly accurate. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bird Girl Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I'm currently a 40 DD (or E) and I've been very happy with the ones I've gotten from Motherhood Maternity, of all places. They were inexpensive, too, like maybe $20. I know you can order from their website, or go in and get measured if you live near one of their stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 At a 36G (H for the first year after birth), I have to buy mine for a specialty store and there are only two choices in my size. I haven't tried ordering online because the shipping back and forth seems like too much of a pain. I prefer underwire and go with Medela's underwire bras. They don't hold up very well though. The wire usually pokes out under the armpit within a couple of months. I patch them up to make them last longer though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsfamily Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Any good recommendations for a good, comfortable one for a full figured gal? I'm due in less than four weeks.........thanks! O I'm in the same boat and need to order ASAP. I had two great ones last time but they wore out and the styles have been discontinued. I know I'm going to need to spend some $$, but would like to make sure they'll be super supportive and comfy. Unfortunately, online's my only option since I'm a 32 band. :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cortana Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 This site is a great resource: http://www.birthandbaby.com/ They carry every brand and style and their online size calculator is surprisingly accurate. :) :iagree:This is the company that I bought from when I had my 2yo dd (I wore a 42 J when nursing). I tried every bra that Motherhood Maternity and JCPenney had, nothing worked. I was ready to give up when I came across Birth and Baby, wish so much I had known about them when I had the boys. Reasonable prices, great bras, can't beat the shipping and I can't say enough about the customer service! My mom bought the bras for me and when they had a problem processing payment, the owner personally contacted my mom and got it all straightened, very very nice lady!!! Good luck finding the right bra and congratulations!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punchie Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Bravado was worth every penny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I detest bras, so I'll probably get nursing cami's instead. I did try on nursing bras at JC Penny's, and almost bought some because they were on sale, but they had too much exposed elastic for my comfort. If I do decide I need that level of support, I'll probably make do with the ones I can get at Walmart. I may also just go with plain sports bras and pull them down or up to nurse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I recommend the Yes! Bra over the bravado one; the bottom elastic band on the bravado tends to roll, making it very uncomfy over time. The Yes! Bra doesn't have that problem. It's very sports-bra in its styling, but so is the bravado. I wore mine non-stop in my last nursing stint. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackenziefoust Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I LOVE Medela underwire for full-figures. They are all I wear when nursing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalphs Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Any good recommendations for a good, comfortable one for a full figured gal? I'm due in less than four weeks.........thanks! O The ones I used were made by Playtex. Comfy with great support. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyD Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 My absolute favorite nursing bra is the Elle MacPherson Maternelle. I have it in several different sizes. Super-comfortable, supportive, and pretty too. I also love the Glamourmom nursing tanks. (Which reminds me, I have to order more -- I'm still wearing the ones I bought for #2 and they are getting seriously ratty.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypamama Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Another vote for birthandbaby.com -- they have a great selection and are wonderful to deal with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 It's been a couple of years, but I think I used Bravado brand. It was like a sports bra, so it was really comfortable all day and night. THESE. Best ever! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluemongoose Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I like the bravado sports bra type for sleeping and the bravado body silk for daytime as it gives you less of the uniboob effect. However, I see they have 2 newer ones called the bliss and the sublime that look nice. Looks like they would give you good shape without underwire (which I was always advised by the LC's to not use as it increases chances for clogged ducts and mastitis esp if you are full figured!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBG580 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Bravado all the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivka Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I am a big fan of Goddess nursing bras. I'm a 38J when I'm nursing, and Goddess makes very comfortable, supportive, underwire-free bras in sizes even bigger than that. ;) I do have to say, unfortunately, that they are as ugly as homemade sin. I am ready to wean and wear something else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathkath Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 It's been a couple of years, but I think I used Bravado brand. It was like a sports bra, so it was really comfortable all day and night.:iagree: I love love love my bravado seamless nursing bras. They were comfy and didn't show nursing pads under tshirts:hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5forMe Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I love the nursing camisoles sold at Target! They are comfortable and keep my belly covered when the little one is nursing in public. They come in larger sizes too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Any good recommendations for a good, comfortable one for a full figured gal? I'm due in less than four weeks.........thanks! O I was JUST goning to post this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I'm in the same boat and need to order ASAP. I had two great ones last time but they wore out and the styles have been discontinued. I know I'm going to need to spend some $$, but would like to make sure they'll be super supportive and comfy. Unfortunately, online's my only option since I'm a 32 band. :glare: I am looking for 32/34 DD. :001_huh: Maybe a cup bigger now. No luck locally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silliness7 Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I'm full figured and never had good luck with nursing bras. They just are not very supportive. My sister told me a trick that I used and loved when I nursed my 6th one. I just wore my regular bra which was underwire and quite supportive slipped the strap off my shoulder to loosen everything and was able to slip my bOOk out with no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemy9kids Posted February 8, 2011 Author Share Posted February 8, 2011 Thank-you very much. You have all been so helpful. I better get ordering. Only three and a half weeks to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Thank-you very much. You have all been so helpful. I better get ordering. Only three and a half weeks to go! Yeah....my baby is already here and I don't have a single nursing bra! :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m0mmaBuck Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I liked the Medela underwire bras like this: http://www.amazon.com/Medela-Seamless-Nursing-UNDERWIRE/dp/B0008IVQI4 They come in small band and large cup sizes. More cup sizes are available here: http://www.medelabreastfeedingus.com/products/intimate-apparel/120/seamless-underwire-nursing-bra-white Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I am looking for 32/34 DD. :001_huh: Maybe a cup bigger now. No luck locally. I had to order my 32Es online from the site I linked. I didn't like Bravados. Uniboob isn't my thing and I don't like bras that go on overhead. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I had to order my 32Es online from the site I linked. I didn't like Bravados. Uniboob isn't my thing and I don't like bras that go on overhead. :tongue_smilie: I cant stand uniboobs!!! :lol: Plus I need good support. I will check out your links. Is E above DD? :001_huh: I am not sure what size to get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I cant stand uniboobs!!! :lol: Plus I need good support. I will check out your links. Is E above DD? :001_huh: I am not sure what size to get. Go see my first post in this thread and use the calculator in the link (you will need a measuring tape). I was gobsmaked when I got a result of 32E (I had been wearing 34Cs, which fit badly). A properly-fitting, supportive bra was soooo nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Go see my first post in this thread and use the calculator in the link (you will need a measuring tape). I was gobsmaked when I got a result of 32E (I had been wearing 34Cs, which fit badly). A properly-fitting, supportive bra was soooo nice! Just pm'ed you because I want to know what kind you have. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ojmcwt Posted June 22, 2011 Share Posted June 22, 2011 try the nursing bras at leading lady. i've always had luck with them. my favorite is the molded seamless wirefree (i have pink) it has a great shape and had marvelous nipple coverage so i wore it out in public! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonfirmath Posted June 22, 2011 Share Posted June 22, 2011 I'm currently a 40 DD (or E) and I've been very happy with the ones I've gotten from Motherhood Maternity, of all places. They were inexpensive, too, like maybe $20. I know you can order from their website, or go in and get measured if you live near one of their stores. Grumble. THey didn't have any in my size when I was there :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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