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During your pregnancy your breasts will undergo many changes. Anywhere from six to eight weeks into your pregnancy you may notice your nipples appear larger and the veins in your breasts are more prominent. Maybe most notably, your breasts will increase in size. Though the biggest increase in breast size takes place in the first three months, your breasts will continue throughout your pregnancy. It's common to go up a cup size or two, especially if it's your first baby.

Because of your new-found size, you will need to purchase new bras to support you throughout your pregnancy. Some find they prefer to by adjustable maternity bras so that you can let the bra out as needed and not have to buy new bras along the way. Either way, you can use our bra size calculator for help finding your new size.
Other notable changes to your breast occur after the first few months of pregnancy. You will find that your areolas will become larger and darker. You may also notice newly visible bumps on your areolas. These bumps are oil-producing glands (called Montgomery's tubercles) secrete a lubricating and protective substance that promotes nipple health.
After your baby is born, nursing bras become a necessity. A good nursing bra makes breastfeeding your child easy and discreet. I have only tried Bravado and Medela nursing bras, I stopped after falling in love with a Bravado nursing bra (the Supreme Nursing Bra featured to the right). Here are some important considerations to remember when you are buying a nursing bra: * Wait until the final weeks of your pregnancy to purchase your nursing bras. Don't try to purchase a nursing bra with room to grow. You will end up with a bra that fits you poorly and gives you many problems even pain
* Look for a bra with easy access to the breast so that you baby can easily latch on.
* Look for a bra with one-hand cup openings so that you can start your breastfeeding with even when you are holding your baby.
* Look for a bra with wide, cushioned straps as they will make wearing a bra more comfortable by better distributing the weight of your breasts.
* Look for a 100% Cotton bra with a lining in the cup. This allows for maximum airflow to the nipples and breast.
* Make sure that the bra fits you well on the tightest hook setting. This way when your bra stretches with wear you can fasten it tighter if needed.
* Some popular manufacturers of nursing bras are Medela, Bravado, Leading Lady, and Japanese Weekend

There is some debate over whether you should or should not wear a underwire nursing bra. Given your increase in breast size, an underwire bra will support you better than a soft cup bra. On the downside, if the underwires press on the milk ducts, they can interfere with your milk flow. If your ducts become clogged, they can then become infected leading to either blocked ducts or mastitis.Both of these conditions will lead to painful, swollen breasts. In the case of mastitis, you should consult your doctor to see if antibiotics are necessary. This being said, if you have very large breasts, you may have no other option than an underwire. Just make sure your bra fits properly and don't sleep with your underwire bra on.
Nursing bras with flaps provide one of the easiest and most discreet ways to nurse. These "flaps" are just bras designed with cups that are detachable at the top. When you want to nurse, you simply release the flap (held on by a clasp) exposing your breast allowing your baby to easily latch on. You should look for a clasp that is easy to unhook with one-hand to make it easy on you when you are juggling a baby. Flaps make breastfeeding in public a snap.
There are nursing bras with no flaps (a Japanese Weekend nursing bra is good example) and they utilize soft, stretchable fabrics which allow wearers to pull the bra to the side to access the breast. This style is very comfortable and makes a good bra to sleep in but they offer little support and may not be an option for large-breasted women.
Nursing in public is made a lot easier by the combination of a nursing bra with nursing clothing that allows for easy and discrete access to the breast. If you feel like you need more privacy, there are nursing shawls available that will provide the extra privacy you need. I, for one, appreciate the extra coverage a shawl provides.
Another helpful accessory for any breastfeeding mother is a tag that they can use to help them remember which breast was last used. You can either make your own or go out and buy them, but they are invaluable. After I breastfeed, I simple move the tag to the strap on my bra over the breast I last used.
Some popular manufacturers of nursing bras are Medela, Bravado, Leading Lady, and Japanese Weekend.
For information on breast pumps, take a look at our sister site which offers advice on breast pumps.

Bra Size Calculator

It's important to remember that bras and bra sizes will all vary slightly between manufacturers. So Bali bras will fit differently from Wacoal bras or Warners bras. Use the bra size our bra size calculator gives you as a starting point. Finding the right bra size is a bit of trial and error. To get the perfect fit you will need to try on a few bras. Don't be hesitant to experiment with bras up or down a band size or a even cup size.
I don't reccomend buying bras online until you find a bra manfacturer that fits you well. However, if you are large breasted and require bigger bras (large cup and band sizes), the internet can be an invaluable source. Fantasie of England bras, which are easily available on the internet, are a good option for full figure bras. Fantasie of England bras come in many large cup sizes - even 34H bras!. Further down this page I speak a little about minimizer bras for those of us with large breasts.

One of the most common mistakes women make is picking the wrong size bra band. As a plus sized woman, I know the temptation to pick a smaller band size or cup size. Even my non-plus sized friends have the tendency to do the same thing. Dont obsess over the letter and number. The only thing that matter is how YOU feel.
To find your bra size you will need to take two measurements. I would reccomend buying either a cloth or paper tape measure for this. Wearing a bra, stand in front of a mirror to make sure the tape measure is level. If possible, have a friend do this for you.

It is estimated that 70 to 80% of women wear the wrong sized bra. The wrong sized bra can cause many problems such as back pain, breast pain, arm pain, rashes, and headaches. Here are some signs that you aren't wearing the right size bra:

* Breast spillage: A properly sized bra should cover the entire breast and no breast tissue should be spilling or budging out. If you are overflowing you bra, try a larger cup size. For a more minor adjustment, try a larger band size. Plus-size women may want to look for a bra manufacturer specific to their needs (eg Lane Bryant or Just My Size).

* Bra puckering: A wrinkled cup is a sure sign that your bra is a bit too big , you need to try a smaller size bra cup.

* Bra riding up: If your bra band rides up, try a tighter hook or loosen the straps. You can also try reducing your band size but remember that when you go down a band size you may need to go up a cup size to compensate.

* Bra digging into shoulder: Especially for women with larger breasts, bra straps can be a true pain. First look for a bra with padded straps that will better distribute the weight of your breasts. It could also be that your band size is a little too big forcing the straps to carry too much weight. Most of your support should come from the band of the bra. Finally, you may just simply need to loosen your straps and let the band do its work.

* Underwire poking: If you find that your underwire is poking you, it's often the case that you are wearing too small a bra size. Your breasts are pushing back and forcing the wire to dig into you. Try a bigger size and you should find that the wire lays flat against you. The simplest answer may be to not wear an underwire at all. Visit my friend Paula who is a big advocate of soft cup bras for all sizes.

Minimizer Bras

For women with large breasts, minimizer bras can help to de-emphasize the bust. Minimizer bras can create the illusion of being one to two cup sizes smaller by compressing and rearranging the breast tissue. However, some women complain that the compression from the bra is worse than the original problem. For me, I only wear minimizer bras when it makes what I am wearing more flattering or appropriate. Most of the time I just go with what God gave me. Here are two popular minimizer bras are the Lilyette Minimizer Bra and Wacoal Minimizer Bra. The Lilyette minimizer bra is less expensive (1/2 the price) and may be the better value but the Wacoal Minimizer is an Oprah favorite bra.

Simply put, if you are active, you need sports bras. Sports bras are designed to maximize the support of the breast and minimize the bounce. Because the breast's skin and ligaments don't provide ample support during activity, repeated vigorous motion increases the chance of overstretching and permanently sagging breasts.
Even if you have small breasts, you can greatly benefit from properly fitting sports bras. Poorly supporting sports bras can lead to tension and strain in the upper back and neck. The excess weight at the front can mean the back muscles have to work harder to keep the shoulders in the correct position.
Popular sports bras are made by companies like Champion, Enell (the so called Oprah Sports Bra), Moving Comfort, Shock Absorber, Title Nine, and Hanes. Sports bras come in many styles (eg zip front) and amounts of support. To pick the best sports bra for you, read on and see what you think you need.

How much support do I need in my sports bra?
How much support you need depends on the activity you are engaged in. Take a look at this chart for help in choosing the best sports bras for you.
To support your breasts, sports bras employ two basic techniques:
Compression:This style bra works by squeezing your breasts tightly against you. They are generally made from very elastic fabrics which stretch snugly against so that you don't bounce. Compression sports bras are better suited for women with small to medium sized breasts. Racerback versions will help add a bit more support if you need it
Encapsulation:This style bra separates each breast in its own cup to provide shape avoiding the "uni-boob" look. It usually provides underwire support and has hooks, snaps, or a zipper in the front or back. It's essentially a beefed up version of a regular bra. This style is a must for women with larger breasts.
Beyond choosing the type of support, you will also want to consider the various styles of sports bras. Some bras are intended to be worn as outerwear whereas others are intended to be worn more traditionally as underwear. This is a personal preference and you should choose accordingly. Designers make sure that those intended as outerwear offer more coverage.
The other important style concern is the method of closure. Compression bras tend to lack any closure system and are simply a very elastic band that you will pull down over your head. Large-breasted women sometimes find that a compression bra will not stretch enough to pull on. Sports bras with a traditional hook closure system are readily available and you will also sometimes find zippers in place of hooks. A zip front sports is a style that smaller breasted women find comfortable and easy to put on. Just make sure that any metal or plastic is properly cushioned and won't chafe you.

There are three basic factors to keep in mind when choosing a sports bra:
Support:
To minimize the amount of bounce, you need to select a bra that accounts for both your level of activity and the size of your breasts. Naturally, larger breasts require a greater amount of support. To find your bra size, use our bra size calculator.
Different activities result in different levels of breast movement (look at the chart above). Choose a sports bra that properly matches how much your breasts will be moving. When you try on a sports bras, try to mimic the movements you will be making to see which bra feels best. Do jumping jacks, run in place, and swing your arms side to side to make sure you are comfortable and supported when moving.

Comfort of fit:

Do you feel comfortable? It's a simple question but don't accept anything less than a good fit. The bra should stay in place and not chafe you as you move. A wide elastic rib band which will help prevent your bra from riding up. Make sure that all fasteners, zippers, or underwires are properly cushioned so that they can't irritate you. Look for smooth seamless fabric so that the bra won't chafe you. Some sports bras put the seams on the outside to prevent chafing.
Breathability and Moisture Control:
An important feature of a good sports bra is its ability to wick moisture away from your skin and in the process keep you cool. Manufactures often mix cotton with breathable fabrics like CoolMax or other man-made fibers that are better at wicking sweat away from the body. While cotton is very comfortable, it tends to get soggy and doesn't allow for quick evaporation

My favorite sports bra is the Enell Sports Bra which I too first discovered on Oprah. It isnt for everbody, but for women with large breasts, the Enell sports bra provides a great amount of support that keeps me in place when I work out. I thank Oprah each time I work out. This sports bra is probably not the best pick for smaller breasted women because it would be overkill.