Trouble with nursing bras :(

bigbear · December 2011

I just can't find one that fits! So frustrating!!

In Victoria's Secret I have been a 32D, now the 32 nor the D fit I'm just falling out everywhere. So I figured with nursing bras I should go with a 34D. But they just don't fit right, not any of them! Some D cups seem a bit big and the 34 a bit tight which I really don't get b/c I haven't gained that much around and 34 Victoria Secret is just fine. So anyway, I tried different variations, 34C, 34D, 36C etc and nothing is working. I actually found them all very uncomfortable. My next store will be Motherhood, I hope I have more luck there.

Any tips with the sizes and brands if I'm a very full 34D Victorias Secret now?

TIA!

rosebud218 · December 2011

i wouldn't go crazy and buy a bunch now, after my son I shot up 2 sizes. Motherhood is were I bought most of mine. Bravado also has a good selection. Try going up a size or two and you will probably need some with underwire.

VABride2008 · December 2011

I wouldn't bank on staying in a D after your milk comes in. I went from a 34 B to a 34-36 D when I was nursing. I would honestly only buy 1 or 2 bras now and then wait until after your milk is in to buy any additional bras.

bigbear · December 2011

Thanks ladies!

Yes I was only planning on getting one as I need something for this in between period LOL I was just kind of worried that I can't find anything that really fits, no matter what I tried...

Thanks for your help!

mandarod · December 2011

Get fitted at Nordstom or another similar store -- you may have to spend a little more on bras, but it is so worth it to be comfortable and to have proper support for the girls! With dd, I waited to get fitted until after my milk had come in so that I only had to spend the $$$ once.

eta: It could also just be that VS isn't going to fit you correctly no matter what size you try. I used to wear them pre-dd, but I can't ever find one that fits now. Everything just hangs a little differently now.

summer1117 · December 2011

i bought a bravado nursing seamless bra because they came in s, m, l, etc. and supposedly accomodate a few ranges of sizes both cup and band size. I am starting with that and nursing tanks and then seeing what i need after the engorgement phase ends.

https://www.bravadodesigns.com/shop/the-body-silk-seamless-nursing-bra

I'm usually a 32B and sized up to a medium based on the recommendations on their site. amazon sells them for a little cheaper.

2BMrsMcW · December 2011

I got measured at Motherhood. I thought they were great because they have a lot of options in S/M/L/XL - so if your band/cup size fluctuates, you may still be in just one of their sizes. I would recommend the cottony sleep bra - it gives NO shape whatsoever, but it is comfortable and will get you through until you settle into a more permanent size.

pcrock92 · December 2011

I bought some at Target for only $16 each, & they fit great. I didn't want to spend a ton of money because I wasn't sure if I'd still be that size when my milk comes in, so I bought these for now & will buy better quality ones from a different store if they no longer fit!

mandarod · December 2011

summer1117:

i bought a bravado nursing seamless bra because they came in s, m, l, etc. and supposedly accomodate a few ranges of sizes both cup and band size. I am starting with that and nursing tanks and then seeing what i need after the engorgement phase ends.

https://www.bravadodesigns.com/shop/the-body-silk-seamless-nursing-bra

I'm usually a 32B and sized up to a medium based on the recommendations on their site. amazon sells them for a little cheaper.

I also had this bra and LOVED it. I agree that finding something in a S/M/L is a great option to start out with (or to buy now). Good luck!

AliW220 · December 2011

I am also a small band size with large cups. Pre-pg I was a 32DDD. I'm not completely sure what size I am now, I have some 34DDD's that fit pretty well from Nordstroms. I'm waiting out until my milk comes in to get fitted again, since I'm sure my cup size will only go up, and my band size back down again...

I understand how frustrating it is to try to find affordable nursing bras & tanks. I spend like an hour at Target trying every single thing on. Even an XXL didn't have enough material in the boob area to cover my girls, and I was left swimming in the rest of the tank.

I bought a used nursing bra on eBay, it's Bravado, and it's a S++. It's a sleeping type bra, all cotton and no underwire. I don't remember specifics on the sizing, but basically the S++ is for small framed girls with extra large cup sizes. It fits somewhat OK now, but will probably be too tight for me once I'm BF. I plan to keep it tho for wearing right away in the hospital, as well as when I'm weaning Since you're a similar band size, but a cup or so smaller, it would probably be a great fit for you once your supply is established.

shortstuff15 · December 2011

While I will recommend that you don't buy more then 1 or 2 right now, I will say that not everyone goes up any sizes when their milk comes in. I have not changed size at all since before my first pregnancy. I can still wear all my bra's and nursing never once changed my bra size. My sister is exactly the same way. So while it's not something you should bank on, don't worry if you don't change any sizes once you start nursing either!

eorashan · December 2011

Don't bother with nursing bras now. You don't need them unless you are "airing out the girls" all the time.They are really not any more support than regular bras and tend to be more expensive. I am loving my sports bras. They are much more supportive and comfortable.

theladyjess · December 2011

I'm normally a 40DD to 40DDD so just trying to find regular bras to fit me is difficult, nursing bras are almost impossible! I haven't been able to comfortably wear an underwire bra since August and have been stuck in granny style bras from JC Penney that are *ugly* but comfortable.

I called a local specality bra shop and they recommended to only buy a nursing sleep bra now because once the baby's born and my milk comes in my band size will go down while my cup size will go up. They said I should come in 2 weeks after birth to be measured for nursing bras as this allows for the engorgement phase to pass.

If you absolutely need a bra right now just get an inexpensive one at Target or Walmart, or go to Motherhood and get one or two regular bras and a couple sleep bras (they usually have their bras buy 3 get one free).

And just a note on underwire nursing bras--you need to be very careful when wearing underwire nursing bras because the wires can put pressure on the milk ducts, clogging them and possibly leading to mastitits.

Ashley&Scott · December 2011

VS bras have never worked for me.

You could try Lane Bryant for regular bras, they usually have larger sizes.

For nursing bras I would recommend finding a local nursing store. My favorite nursing bras & tanks have been Bravado.

talitha712 · December 2011

I wouldn't buy a bunch yet, because when your milk comes in your size will likely change. Pre-pregnancy I was a 32F. I bought some nursing bras around 20 weeks because I needed new bras and figured I'd get nursing ones to tide me over until I could run out after LO arrives to get new ones. I bought 32 H/I, and those are getting tight and small now.

Bravado is the brand I've been most comfortable in, though I have one that's Anita that I like, too.

DEBBIE33CASEY · December 2011

I can't give you any suggestions but I can tell you that you're not alone. I couldn't really find any nursing bras last time and have been so discouraged I haven't even tried to shop for any now. I decided I would look after the baby is born and the engorgement period is over b/c things will change so much and I think it's impossible to fit anything now. If it fits now it won't fit later in my experience!

babesbabs · December 2011

I haven't started shopping for them yet. Its on my to do ASAP list

I did buy a maternity sleep bra from Target though, pretty early on when my boobs were sore. Its like a stretchy thin sports bra and its super comfortable for around the house.. Just an option

Tracilaroo · December 2011

You could possibly get away with a bra with switchable/removeable straps if you can't find a nursing specific bra. Obviously, the straps have to unhook from the front. I have a bra like this from Nordstrom in a 34DDD but it's molded cup which could pose a problem. If you could find a soft cup with repositionable straps it seems like it would be basically the same thing. Just a thought. I plan to wait a couple weeks after the baby comes and then head to Nordstrom since I always have the best luck there.

Sascha3 · December 2011

pcrock92:
I bought some at Target for only $16 each, & they fit great. I didn't want to spend a ton of money because I wasn't sure if I'd still be that size when my milk comes in, so I bought these for now & will buy better quality ones from a different store if they no longer fit!

I did the exact same thing. I bought two sleep style bras. So comfortable and if they don't fit after, fine. Plus, your cup may grow, but your back measurement may not. My baby is so high that I have gone from a 34D to a 38E. My ribs may shrink down after, and the cups may end up bigger, so I will buy some with more support later.

Sascha3 · December 2011

The Bravado bras look nice...are they sold in any major retialers or just boutiques?

BostonGayGal · December 2011

Target has some Bravado bras.

Huahine · December 2011

Bought 2 last weekend - 1 of which was an Anita, a brand I hadn't heard of but it seems well made and was more comfortable on my 36dd's than more popular brands.

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