How to choose a maternity bra?

During pregnancy, a woman's body changes dramatically, including changes in the shape and size of her breasts. Therefore, such a thing as a maternity bra becomes a necessity. But the key point is the question of how to choose the right product and choose the right size, as well as what other criteria need to be taken into account when choosing this piece of clothing?

It is necessary to take into account everything, even the smallest details, because during this delicate period the body is extremely sensitive and is capable of producing an unexpected reaction to various factors.

When to buy it?

The vast majority of women lose their breast size and shape during pregnancy. As a rule, subsequently it does not become the same, remaining larger than it was before bearing the child. And here how beautiful its shape will be, without sagging, depends only on the support that was provided to the breasts during pregnancy.

That is why you should buy lingerie as soon as a girl feels discomfort due to enlarged breasts. At each stage of the formation of a new body, you need to purchase a product in size so that the breasts hold well and do not sag.

Important! Experts advise not to skimp on maternity underwear, since a correctly selected model allows you to keep the ligaments intact and provide proper support for heavy breasts.

Types of busts for pregnant women

Today on the market you can find a large number of manufacturers who offer many models of support underwear for pregnant women. Each pregnant woman must independently choose the model that suits best:

• supportive (This is the most common and popular model, the shape is almost identical to regular underwear, the only distinguishing feature is the wide straps that support the bust well);
• for sleep (a product made of natural fabrics, but not changing in size; during pregnancy and lactation you will have to purchase several sets of such underwear with different sizes, effectively supports the breasts and provides support at night);
• in the form of a top (comfortable and soft, does not restrict, but supports the chest well thanks to the wide straps; its only drawback is the inability to wear with things that have a deep neckline).

These are the most common models of bras that are preferred by pregnant girls. There are also various modifications which are designed to provide excellent breast support and bust beauty after bearing a child and feeding.

Differences from a classic bra

Unlike classic bras, which are designed not only to support the breasts, but also to add beauty and confidence to a woman, maternity bras are designed with completely different goals. They are performed taking into account the physical and psychological characteristics of a woman during this delicate period:

• the use of exclusively natural materials (usually cotton and linen with a small addition of synthetic threads);
• do not have bones or hard elements (this is necessary to completely eliminate discomfort while wearing, most often they are completely seamless);
• special cut (most bras are made in such a way that they can be worn throughout pregnancy during lactation, they stretch or have additional pockets and folds);
• removable cup (the most popular today are the models that not only perform their direct function, but also make it possible to comfortably use underwear while feeding the baby);
• belts and straps (supporting wide straps and special adjustment straps allow you to adjust the model to specific chest parameters).

Important! All pressing elements, such as underwires in regular bras, are prohibited for girls during pregnancy. The underwear should not cause discomfort or inconvenience while wearing.

Criteria for choosing a bra for pregnant women

To choose a truly high-quality and comfortable model, you need to pay attention to a number of details. For example, very it is important to choose a comfortable design, as well as accurately determine the shape and size. Experienced consultants in any lingerie salon will be able to help with this issue.

For effective support and comfortable wearing, you need to choose:

• material;
• size;
• form.

These three criteria are fundamental in the future bra. By choosing the right model, a woman will feel comfortable and at ease in any situation.

Material

Very it is important that the product is as natural as possible. When making a maternity bra, synthetic fibers are added only to provide better support and increase the service life of the item. The rest of the composition should be completely natural, mainly made of soft cotton or linen, so as not to cause inconvenience when worn.

Size

An experienced consultant at a lingerie salon will help you choose the right size. Usually, measurements are taken of the chest immediately below the mammary glands and the chest circumference at the highest point. Based on these measurements, simple calculations are made, according to which the appropriate size of the product is selected.

Important! Products for growth are strictly prohibited during the period of bearing a baby. The appearance of stretch marks is only a small part of the problems that can appear in the first months of pregnancy.

Before buying a bra, be sure to try it on.. The product should fit tightly, support the mammary glands well and not put pressure anywhere or cause discomfort. You should definitely move around, raise your arms, turn around to make sure that you are absolutely comfortable while wearing it.

Form

Bra must be without pits and other compressive elements, as well as without decorative details. The simplest and most concise option will be correct and convenient. The straps should be as wide as possible. They will help relieve the load on your back and shoulders, which is especially important in the later stages.

How to understand that the bust is chosen correctly?

If the size and shape are chosen correctly, the woman feels absolute comfort while moving. Seamless models allow you to practically not feel your underwear, while providing the necessary breast support. No bones or hard parts. Frees up the breasts and does not interfere with proper lactation.