Maternity Bras
The size of breasts keeps on increasing from time of pregnancy till delivery of newborn. To provide maximum support, full coverage and comfort to breasts through these stages, mothers need maternity bras. For women who are first time pregnant bra size and style change is most common.
If the breasts are not properly supported, the breast ligaments are stretched and cause permanent sagging of breasts. Lactation begins to occur in breasts quite early in pregnancy by around 15 weeks or fourth month and this is an excellent time to choose and buy a maternity bra.
A good supporting maternity bra is essential during each pregnancy. It’s important to purchase a maternity bra that fits you well. Don’t purchase a maternity bra that has room for future growth because it won’t provide the proper support and comfort, which is required at this time. So purchase a bra that is fit for you at the time of purchase. Maternity bras are usually stretchable and have an extra room to allow breast growth.
Determining the type of bra for pregnant women and purchasing it is different from getting a regular bra. Now there is a wide range of maternity bras available that are designed to feel extra soft against your skin and are made of luscious lace or embroidery and have supportive non-stretch adjustable straps. Maternity bra sizing is larger than the normal bra sizes. Maternity bras and panties plus size are available at many maternity lingerie stores for convenience of pregnant women.
It's also important to note that the use of regular underwired bra is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause blockage of milk ducts or cause mastitis due to undue pressure on breasts. However, maternity bras with flexible plastic support that resemble underwire are now available and these are less likely to cause these problems.
After delivery if u have intention to breastfeed your baby, then nursing bra or maternity nursing bras are your options.
Maternity sleeping bras is a new innovation in the field of maternity lingerie. Some women want the freedom of body while sleeping and maternity sleep bras will serve the purpose.
To find out your maternity bra size, view our fitting a bra page.
