Yet another question - maternity bras and fitting.

[Cathy]

Last time, I went to a couple of stores as I hoped to be fitted for a bra.
Both asked what size I was currently wearing, and basically showed me styles
in that same size - no measuring at all. And I didn't find either bra very
comfortable. So this time, as I am getting desparately in need of a
comfortable bra or 2, I am going to a store recommended by a friend. What
should I look for in a bra at this stage, and also in the fitting. Am I
likely to grow much in the next 12 weeks? - I am sure I am bigger this time
than last already. I don't want to spend heaps on something that will only
last a few weeks. Wow, pregnancy brain really seems to have set in early
this time, if I can't even work out how to buy a bra!

Thanks,
Cathy

[Jamie Clark]

"Cathy" > wrote in message
...
> Last time, I went to a couple of stores as I hoped to be fitted for a bra.
> Both asked what size I was currently wearing, and basically showed me
> styles
> in that same size - no measuring at all. And I didn't find either bra
> very
> comfortable. So this time, as I am getting desparately in need of a
> comfortable bra or 2, I am going to a store recommended by a friend. What
> should I look for in a bra at this stage, and also in the fitting. Am I
> likely to grow much in the next 12 weeks? - I am sure I am bigger this
> time
> than last already. I don't want to spend heaps on something that will only
> last a few weeks. Wow, pregnancy brain really seems to have set in early
> this time, if I can't even work out how to buy a bra!
>
> Thanks,
> Cathy

Cathy,
My experience is that you have to ask if they have someone available to do a
fitting. Otherwise they assume you are happy with your current bras and
sizes.
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[medgirl]

"Cathy" > wrote in message
...
> Last time, I went to a couple of stores as I hoped to be fitted for a bra.
> Both asked what size I was currently wearing, and basically showed me
styles
> in that same size - no measuring at all. And I didn't find either bra
very
> comfortable. So this time, as I am getting desparately in need of a
> comfortable bra or 2, I am going to a store recommended by a friend. What
> should I look for in a bra at this stage, and also in the fitting. Am I
> likely to grow much in the next 12 weeks? - I am sure I am bigger this
time
> than last already. I don't want to spend heaps on something that will only
> last a few weeks. Wow, pregnancy brain really seems to have set in early
> this time, if I can't even work out how to buy a bra!

I didn't have a fitting, but they said to buy up a size from my normal size.
That's what I ended up doing, and it's worked out so far (I'm 14 wks), but I
doubt it will get me through to the end. I did make sure to get a size
where I didn't have to use the outside hooks yet, so there's a little room
to grow.

[Maggie]

Cathy > spake thusly
>Last time, I went to a couple of stores as I hoped to be fitted for a bra.
>Both asked what size I was currently wearing, and basically showed me styles
>in that same size - no measuring at all. And I didn't find either bra very
>comfortable. So this time, as I am getting desparately in need of a
>comfortable bra or 2, I am going to a store recommended by a friend. What
>should I look for in a bra at this stage, and also in the fitting. Am I
>likely to grow much in the next 12 weeks? - I am sure I am bigger this time
>than last already. I don't want to spend heaps on something that will only
>last a few weeks. Wow, pregnancy brain really seems to have set in early
>this time, if I can't even work out how to buy a bra!

I read somewhere that the best time to be fitted for a bra was around 8
months (for a nursing bra), and allow a little room in the cup for when
your milk comes in.

For a bra to wear now, you really have to be fitted. Or a bra to wear at
any stage! Plus, different brands fit quite differently. I'm one size
in a Triumph, and another in an Elle McPherson (which isn't that
supportive right now, but it looks nice and comes in black!)

I can't remember what part of the country you're in, but Kirks in
Wellington are excellent at this sort of thing. The bras I got at 37
weeks I'm still wearing 4 months pp.

Good luck!
--
Maggie

[Kelly]

Of all places, I had good luck at GapBody. The girl who measured me (and
was very helpful in picking different styles) was a bit taken aback by my "I
am a 34long" comment. Well, chicky, nurse 3 babies and that's what you are
;) Anyway, I like comfy, stretchy, better a bit big than too tight. Maybe
buy one a tad big and try it out for awhile before you buy several.

Kelly
#4 2/05

"Cathy" > wrote in message
...
> Last time, I went to a couple of stores as I hoped to be fitted for a bra.
> Both asked what size I was currently wearing, and basically showed me
styles
> in that same size - no measuring at all. And I didn't find either bra
very
> comfortable. So this time, as I am getting desparately in need of a
> comfortable bra or 2, I am going to a store recommended by a friend. What
> should I look for in a bra at this stage, and also in the fitting. Am I
> likely to grow much in the next 12 weeks? - I am sure I am bigger this
time
> than last already. I don't want to spend heaps on something that will only
> last a few weeks. Wow, pregnancy brain really seems to have set in early
> this time, if I can't even work out how to buy a bra!
>
> Thanks,
> Cathy
>
>

[Kaybee]

Cathy,
While I am pregnant I have gotten bra extenders. they seam to help with the
pinching. Yes my cup size does go up but with the extender it helps. I am
normally a G/H (depending on the type of bra) and have to order my bra's off
the internet so they are so expensive. Since where I live you cant get
bra's bigger then a DDD. Then when it comes to nursing bras I do a big
search on the net and buy a couple they are expensive but you got to do what
you got to do.

Hope this helps. You can get extenders in maternity stores and I think you
can even get them in sewing stores...I was told this once but never checked
it out.

Good luck
Kay
Eva 9/2002
little boy 1/2005
"Cathy" > wrote in message
...
> Last time, I went to a couple of stores as I hoped to be fitted for a bra.
> Both asked what size I was currently wearing, and basically showed me
styles
> in that same size - no measuring at all. And I didn't find either bra
very
> comfortable. So this time, as I am getting desparately in need of a
> comfortable bra or 2, I am going to a store recommended by a friend. What
> should I look for in a bra at this stage, and also in the fitting. Am I
> likely to grow much in the next 12 weeks? - I am sure I am bigger this
time
> than last already. I don't want to spend heaps on something that will only
> last a few weeks. Wow, pregnancy brain really seems to have set in early
> this time, if I can't even work out how to buy a bra!
>
> Thanks,
> Cathy
>
>

[Cathy]

Maggie wrote:
>
> I read somewhere that the best time to be fitted for a bra was around
> 8 months (for a nursing bra), and allow a little room in the cup for
> when
> your milk comes in.

I know, but I need something now!
>
> For a bra to wear now, you really have to be fitted. Or a bra to wear
> at
> any stage! Plus, different brands fit quite differently. I'm one size
> in a Triumph, and another in an Elle McPherson (which isn't that
> supportive right now, but it looks nice and comes in black!)

That coudl be the problem - I assumed I was the same size in each brand.

>
> I can't remember what part of the country you're in, but Kirks in
> Wellington are excellent at this sort of thing. The bras I got at 37
> weeks I'm still wearing 4 months pp.

No dammit, I wish we had something like Kirks here. I'm in Tauranga. I'll
try and offload the small child and go in - that will make it heaps easier,
and I'll be less likely to take something just because DD is gettting
restless.

Thanks,
Cathy

[Cathy]

Jamie Clark wrote:
> Cathy,
> My experience is that you have to ask if they have someone available
> to do a fitting. Otherwise they assume you are happy with your
> current bras and sizes.

I'll do that. I have a free morning tomorrow, so will try and offload DD
with Nana, and go and ASK to be measured (at a couple of stores, just for
fun).

Cathy

[Cathy]

medgirl wrote:
> I didn't have a fitting, but they said to buy up a size from my
> normal size. That's what I ended up doing, and it's worked out so far
> (I'm 14 wks), but I doubt it will get me through to the end. I did
> make sure to get a size where I didn't have to use the outside hooks
> yet, so there's a little room to grow.

Thats what got me through last pregnancy, but this time I was still wearing
my ill-fitting maternity bras from last time (DD was still nursing), so I
really have no idea what size I am. Bigger than last time, I know that!!

Cathy

[Cathy]

Kelly wrote:
> Of all places, I had good luck at GapBody. The girl who measured me
> (and was very helpful in picking different styles) was a bit taken
> aback by my "I am a 34long" comment. Well, chicky, nurse 3 babies
> and that's what you are ;) Anyway, I like comfy, stretchy, better a
> bit big than too tight. Maybe buy one a tad big and try it out for
> awhile before you buy several.
>
> Kelly
> #4 2/05

I like that!! I feel that way, and I've only nursed one baby (so far). I
hate lace and seams, so limits me as I find them really itchy. We'll see
what happens tomorrow.

Cathy

Cathy

[Cathy]

Kaybee wrote:
> Cathy,
> While I am pregnant I have gotten bra extenders. they seam to help
> with the pinching. Yes my cup size does go up but with the extender
> it helps. I am normally a G/H (depending on the type of bra) and
> have to order my bra's off the internet so they are so expensive.
> Since where I live you cant get bra's bigger then a DDD. Then when
> it comes to nursing bras I do a big search on the net and buy a
> couple they are expensive but you got to do what you got to do.
>
> Hope this helps. You can get extenders in maternity stores and I
> think you can even get them in sewing stores...I was told this once
> but never checked it out.
>
> Good luck
> Kay
> Eva 9/2002
> little boy 1/2005

I managed to find a bra extender last time (had to go in and ask - they were
hidden away). This time, it seems to be the cup size I'm having probs with.
I'll ask to be measured, and if I'm not happy, I just won't buy. At least
I'm a standard size, so should be able to find them in stores (at least I
think I am!).

Cathy