Comments on c jane enjoy it: The Three E's of Buying a Nursing Bra

ok.. so this comment is a bit late, but i loved my...

2008-09-20T23:00:00.000-06:00

ok.. so this comment is a bit late, but i loved my nursing bras from target.. gillian o'malley ultimate.. style d383.. i hated the thought of having ugly nursing bras, so when i found cute lacy pink/black bras - yay! plus they were so comfy that i had to make myself stop wearing them after weaning.. (didnt want to wear them out in case i needed them for another baby and couldnt buy more!) they are underwire, which CAN cause a clogged duct if they put a lot of pressure in the same place, but i never had a problem..

You know I've always been jealous of your fabulous...

2008-05-01T00:24:00.000-06:00

You know I've always been jealous of your fabulousness.

Even if they are a size larger, those bras might n...

2008-04-26T22:10:00.000-06:00

Even if they are a size larger, those bras might not be big enough when your milk first comes in, (and you may have already been warned of this, but that part can hurt -- it hurts me some, but for my sister it's excruciating,) but once your body adjusts again (for me usually after about 6 weeks) they should work well. Until then I do think it's a great idea to have a comfy bra just to look presentable-ish in case you do decide you miss sunlight and want to leave the house for a bit.

I went to a local shop that specializes in nursing bras and discovered they carry NO under-wires since they "cause cancer." The shop owner learned that from some radio broadcast. My sister did the research and the only source she found for this was a book by a hippie couple who don't just say that underwire bras cause cancer, but that ALL bras cause cancer -- they base this on the fact that some bra-free countries have lower cancer rates than in the developed West (get it? Developed? Ha ha!) Anyway (pulling myself back together) they didn't take into consideration any other possible factors in the differing cancer rates; they clearly just wrenched this statistic to support their agenda.

And the point of all that was just that if you can't find a good under-wire nursing bra, any good bra will do -- because no matter what anyone tells you, my experience is that there is no such thing as a truly flattering and supportive non-under-wire nursing bra. I finally figured out to just get a good underwire that's stretchy enough to heave myself out of the top (because it's harder to pull a snug-fitting under-wire up and over.) (Can I say any of that on a public blog? And still be a good Mormon girl?)

I am ample (if not triple E) but did learn to nurse lying down -- it's work until the baby can manage on their own, but my favorite way to nurse after that; it's great to get little naps all day long while nursing. Yes, it does take two hand to nurse for the first couple months, though.

If you turn out to be a leaker, Lansinoh nursing pads were the most comfortable to wear and fit smoothest under my bra -- although you may need something more absorbent at first. Last I checked, they carried them at Macey's grocery store.

Wow, it's like you just untapped all my full-bosomed nursing lore and it all came spilling out . . .

(Last bit, I promise): When I was trying to get my first baby to start nursing, my Mom was watching me and I unintentionally made her laugh when I voiced my sudden realization: "It's bigger than his head!"

I got fitted for a nursing bra at a specialty stor...

2008-04-24T21:58:00.000-06:00

I got fitted for a nursing bra at a specialty store once and she told me I was a G or something like that (I didn't know it even existed...) well- after a week- it didn't fit- good luck!

I used a sports bra and oh yes, Kotex are GREAT nu...

2008-04-23T21:29:00.000-06:00

I used a sports bra and oh yes, Kotex are GREAT nursing pads if you produce enough milk to supply the Walmart Fridge. It will all work out.

Once upon a time I was a C. Since being pregnant w...

2008-04-23T14:38:00.000-06:00

Once upon a time I was a C. Since being pregnant with my first (who is almost 2) I am MUCH larger. My dam was overflowing at 4 months pregnant. Not much has changed... lucky me. (grumble, grumble, grumble)

P.S. I L.O.V.E.D. nursing and will not do it any other way. You and your baby will find a system that works for you (large bosoms and all). The good news? The Chief doesn't know any other way! Nothing to compare to.

(you will love every minute... once you get the hang of it.)

BTW, would you mind telling me the name of the store you went to?

How hilarious was this post?? SO SO Hilarious!

2008-04-23T10:52:00.000-06:00

How hilarious was this post??

SO SO Hilarious!

oh court, i'm cracking up and a day behind reading...

2008-04-23T08:08:00.000-06:00

oh court, i'm cracking up and a day behind reading this post. jeez. i can't even imagine being a triple eee or even close...being a "nearly a" i think it's called in the training bra section of vicky's.

just think, they are going to get even bigger when the milk comes in. yee -haw!

ps i've always thought you've had great boobs

Kindergarten, md, kindergarten.

2008-04-23T01:24:00.000-06:00

Kindergarten, md, kindergarten.

I just found your blog through a friend and you're...

2008-04-23T00:11:00.000-06:00

I just found your blog through a friend and you're hilarious! I loved this post, but I agree with the 3rd comment (Peach), once the baby is born, your size will likely increase. I'm due with #2 in July and feeling the pinch right now, but when the milk is in...whoa!
Nursing is such a great thing though, despite the pain it causes in the beginning. You'll be so grateful for doing it! Good luck to you!

I'm thrilled that you're getting to the point wher...

2008-04-22T23:17:00.000-06:00

I'm thrilled that you're getting to the point where it's time to think of such things.

I, on the other hand, need tissue to fill out an A.

Congratulations on your burgeoning bosom, even if it is in preparation to be a hot little milking machine.

I'm suddenly uncomfortable....

2008-04-22T21:47:00.000-06:00

I'm suddenly uncomfortable....

Best post. Thanks for the laughs!! I love the wa...

2008-04-22T21:30:00.000-06:00

Best post. Thanks for the laughs!! I love the way you describe your everday moments.

I'm so excited for you to nurse your baby. Even with some nursing struggles I've had, it is the most wonderful and amazing and wonderful experience to nurse. I love it so much and I know you will too! I get my nursing bras at bravado. com and like them a lot. If you need more later you could check out their site.

Dearest CJane,No worries. When your mild comes in ...

2008-04-22T21:23:00.000-06:00

Dearest CJane,

No worries. When your mild comes in you'll feel very top heavy for a few weeks. Enjoy!(though peach is right, you'll need both hands. oh, and a tv to watch since it requires both hands.)

SL

Brilliant! And thanks for making me smile, too.

2008-04-22T20:29:00.000-06:00

Brilliant! And thanks for making me smile, too.

me when I was 12-"mom why don't I have boobies?"mo...

2008-04-22T19:34:00.000-06:00

me when I was 12-
"mom why don't I have boobies?"
mom - "Just wait"

Me when I was 16-

"mom why don't I have boobies?"
mom- "You aren't done growing yet, just wait"

Me at 22 before getting married-

"mom why don't I have boobies?"
mom-"You wait until you get pregnant"

Me when I was pregnant-

"Mom, why don't I have any boobies?"

"You wait till your milk comes in"

Me post partum-

"Mom, why don't I have any boobies?"

Mom- "........."

So, I am one of a few in a thousand who doesn't experiences changes in my breasts AT ALL during pregnancy. Apparently I am missing some glands which makes nursing very difficult. It is a miracle to me when I hear of other women and their increasing cuppage. I never experienced this during or after pregnancy.

a little sad actually. There is no hope left for big boobies.

Rolling. The tears are rolling down my face. No,...

2008-04-22T19:17:00.000-06:00

Rolling. The tears are rolling down my face. No, not really, but I did laugh harder than I've laughed in a looong time. Sooooooo funny! I cannot relate.

Well, after all, you are all about the cleavage. E...

2008-04-22T18:37:00.000-06:00

Well, after all, you are all about the cleavage.

Enjoy!

As someone who's mammary-challenged (and the bra-s...

2008-04-22T17:44:00.000-06:00

As someone who's mammary-challenged (and the bra-sizing lady at Nordstrom's even REFUSED to help me), I just went bra-less for the two years while I nursed. I do it Africa-style. The babies were with me constantly and I fed them every 20 minutes. I slept on the floor with my kids for years and just fed them whenever.

Of course, my neighbors probably didn't care for this too much (but if you haven't seen me naked by now, you obviously don't know me very well).

Oh, in case you have problems nursing, the lactation specialists at Orem Community are AWESOME and can solve most problems over the phone.

In case you're wondering, I'm not a La Leche fanatic, I'm just a lazy mom who is SO not going spend my time washing bottles.

So did Chup ever text you back?I knew you would ch...

2008-04-22T17:30:00.001-06:00

So did Chup ever text you back?

I knew you would choose what is breast for you.

lol......a candidate...... for polka dots. I hav...

2008-04-22T17:30:00.000-06:00

lol......a candidate...... for polka dots.
I have always said that Victoria's Secret should make an effort to produce a beautiful nursing bra. I mean, they help us get INTO this situation in the first place and then abandon us. that's just not right. well I'm glad you found some nice ones and that you aren't a EEE. and don't let others discourage you from nursing. sometimes its hard sometimes its easy. just surround yourself with those who support you and ignore the rest of the noise. and good for you for nesting with babe for a month. that is the BEST!

I'm a little disappointed because I thought this w...

2008-04-22T16:53:00.000-06:00

I'm a little disappointed because I thought this would turn into a big nursing vs. bottle fight ala 'Segullah.'

So in absence of that conflict.....homeschooling?

Oh and the best place for Huge nursing bras is in ...

2008-04-22T14:49:00.000-06:00

Oh and the best place for Huge nursing bras is in Sandy called The Maternal Instinct on 94th and 7th East. I have frequented many of the shops around town and they have the largest selection of the big sizes. I wish you luck. It is so worth it to breast feed although very very hard.

That is nothing with both of my children, once my ...

2008-04-22T14:46:00.000-06:00

That is nothing with both of my children, once my milk came in I was a size,
drum roll pleeese a "G".
Yes, you did read that right a G.
It was horrible and fantastic at the same time. Be prepared if you have a large bosom for it to explode. It does go back to original size eventually. So no worries and as stated before you do have to nurse two handed. I could not live without my boppy pillow to nurse. Gives you a bit more freedom. Holds the baby for you. And you can save the babe from suffocation. If you are determined to breast feed it will happen. I have done it with two against all odds. And always being a large breasted woman get the underwire. Do not listen to the crazy people
Happy days for you.

There is nothing better than a good bra. Even if ...

2008-04-22T12:23:00.000-06:00

There is nothing better than a good bra. Even if you have to take out a second mortgage to pay for it.
It is amazing how large those bra sizes go. Not that I would know anything about that...