The Bra You Choose Matters For Breast Health
When not breastfeeding, your breasts are pretty uncomplicated — they're primarily made up of fat and glandular tissue. But when breastfeeding, the biomechanics of the breasts become a lot more complicated. Thankfully, your body takes care of most of it for you. But there are some things that we can do to interfere with the incredible workings of the lactating breast... specifically, the bra that we choose to wear can increase risk of common breastfeeding complications such as blocked ducts and mastitis.
While the biomechanics of the lactating breast are a little complicated, choosing the right bra to optimize breast health doesn't need to be. We created a simple system to help you choose and wear nursing bras with confidence. It is as simple as 1, 2, 3: three stages of breastfeeding, and bras designed with a lactation consultant optimized for each of the three stages.
For those expectant parents who are curious about the right bra to wear during pregnancy, the answer is that it’s about your personal comfort. Until you begin breastfeeding, you don’t need to worry about blockages or other breast issues. But you may be feeling increased sensitivity, changing cup or band sizes, and wearing a non-supportive bra at night might be more comfortable for you. It is all about what feels best for you, in terms of support and shape. But do expect to change size at least a few times while pregnant so choosing a bra that grows with you, like our Everything Bra or Effortless Bra which are designed for this, can be very helpful.
Whether you're in the moment or looking to get back to you, our simple system and bras empower you to embrace the stage you're in and feel your best.