Our fashion partner Vogue Williams says she didn’t really think about buying a nursing bra until she was holding her 2-day old infant and realized that she needed one.
She asked the experts to give us some tips on how to find a good nursing bra right from the get go so you don’t make the same mistakes. Here’s her advice.
Entering the world of breastfeeding can be daunting, especially for a first time mum.
As specialists in maternity and nursing lingerie, Maternitas understands the importance of a well-fitted comfortable bra.
There are five simple rules you need to follow to ensure your investment in nursing bras serve you well.
1. Get professionally fitted
A woman’s breasts will continue to change in size throughout her lifetime, and it is particularly noticeable around pregnancy and post-birth.
It is my recommendation that you take the time to get fitted at around eight months of pregnancy before baby arrives. This is the size your breasts should be at approx. 8 weeks post birth when your body has learned to regulate its milk supply.
A correctly fitted bra will not only make you feel amazing but will also provide your body with that much needed support.
2. Buy a bra that fits you well in the cup
A lot of women make the mistake of purchasing nursing bras with extra room in the cup. This is not advisable; as an ill-fitting cup will not provide your breasts with that much needed support. A good nursing bra will have stretchy fabric on the top of the cup; this will allow for movement in the breast as it produces milk.
3. Invest in a bra that has 4-6 hooks and eyes on the back band
At approx. Eight months of pregnancy when you are getting fitted for your nursing bra you should be fitting the back band of the bra on the loosest hook and eye. This will then allow room for you to tighten the back band post birth as your rib cage contracts.
The back band provides 80% of the support of your bra, so this is very important.
4. Don’t try to fit into cup specific bras immediately post-birth
It is during the first eight weeks post birth that your breasts will feel a little out of control. You will notice large fluctuations in breast size as your body learns to regulate its milk supply. A seamless bra is advisable at this time as it will move with your changing body and provide you with that much needed comfort and support.
A cupped size product will not only feel uncomfortable but also will compress and restrict the breast as it learns to regulate its milk supply.
5. Consider your wardrobe
Lastly, consider your wardrobe. There are many nursing bras available in the market ranging from everyday basics, contour, soft cups to beautiful fashion bras. We suggest to check out Maternitas nursing bras collection for garments that will work in with your lifestyle and make you feel great.
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