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Great Bra
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Jan 18, 2012 |
Amanda
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West Lafayette IN US |
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I think this is an absolutely fabulous bra.
Pros:
It is very supportive
Has strong clips that won't wear out after a couple of months of regular use
Great coverage
Sturdy straps
Seems to fit true to size
Cons:
Cup fabric does not seem to stretch at all to allow for feeding cycle changes
In the bigger band sizes--42, 44--it only goes up to F or FF and then you cannot get a bigger cup size. I ordered a 42FF and it fit exactly like my 44G in spite of being 2 cup sizes bigger.
Overall a great bra with good support.
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A Great Supportive Nursing Bra
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Jan 3, 2012 |
Erin
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I am currently nursing my 2nd child and had all but given up hope of having the girls back in their pre-pregnancy position. This bra gave me hope again.
It is fully supportive and comfortable. I know the straps are wide but with us more well-endowed ladies, this helps keep them from digging down into our shoulders.
I'm not a huge fan of the clasp but have found that it doesn't pop open like other nursing bra clasps do. Maybe that's the upside. It can be opened with one hand (with practice) but usually I need both hands to get it closed.
As far as nursing goes, this bra has super easy access. I found the placement of the breast was different than in my other bras for my son at first but we seem to have figured this out after a couple of weeks. No there is not huge padding like in some other underwire nursing bras but you can't have easy access to nurse AND heavy padding that won't slide/fold down for baby to nurse. My solution was to buy one of those nursing tanks that attach to your bra to give you more coverage on your belly and chest (undercover mama in case you're wondering).
The only downside for me with this bra so far is that after nursing I've found the cup needs some serious readjusting to get the bra laying nice & flat again.
As a side note, I am surprised to see so many pregnant ladies reviewing a nursing bra before they've had their babies. I recommend that you hold off on reviewing a bra until after you've actually tried all its functions. I bought nursing bras before I had my 1st child and found they were completely useless after I had my baby. Yes, you'll need them so buy them but be prepared to buy a different kind once you have the baby (although this one might work for you after all).
All in all, I think this is a great bra to go out in. I think I'll keep my other bras - comfy as they are - for around the house and while I sleep.
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Anonymous
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Nov 23, 2011 |
Anonymous |
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This is my 3rd baby to nurse and I have never had such a supportive and comfortable bra! I absolutely love this bra!
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BEST BRA EVER!
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Oct 24, 2011 |
Anonymous |
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This bra offers the best fit I have ever had. Keeps the ladies high and dry and the wires lay flat against my chest. I had to order more bras and my only complaint was that I only got 7 months out of that last bra... I popped a wire. I know if you are larger sized, it's a lot of weight and stress to the wires, but I really wish they could make stronger wires.
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Great bra.
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Oct 24, 2011 |
Anonymous |
Ne US |
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Finally a nursing bra that supports and is big enough! It's comfortable, pretty, and supportive. I've been through a lot of bras since the baby and I've finally found the right one. Follow the size chart carefully! One review says it's not accurate but it was for me. I wish it came in white.
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Great support
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Oct 17, 2011 |
Amy D.
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Sevierville TN US |
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I went from DD pre-pregnancy to F at mid-pregnancy. Love the support and construction of this bra. The fabric is a little stiff but I think that is necessary to provide such structure and support. I will definitely purchase more when my milk comes in and can buy the correct size.
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Excellent Support
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Sep 7, 2011 |
Liz
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CA |
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This is the first bra I've worn since I've started nursing that actually offered support comparable to my pre-pregnancy bras. And I tried some very good bras (Bravado, etc.). I have been nursing for a while now, so I don't know if the features that offer such good support (underwire, etc.) would cause problems (mastitis, etc.) - because my milk supply is well established. I do know I was cautioned against underwire during the first little bit.
I'm not sure if it's just me - but I found the sizing to be a bit different than expected. I had been wearing a 36DDD(E) - so that's what I ordered. It fits - but honestly, I think I'd be better off in a 34F, maybe even a double F. I find the cup to be a bit small. And I have the band on the tightest clasp - which I usually don't like to do right off the bat. I like to wait until material has gotten stretched out to go to the tightest clasp. But I was so thrilled for the support it offered, I just couldn't stand to return it and wait for a different size.
I will say...if you've been looking for a nursing bra that offers support for a substantial chest - this is it. I finally feel like I don't look so dumpy because of how poorly supported my chest was by other nursing bras.
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Good Bra
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Sep 1, 2011 |
Anonymous |
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I have purchased 3 of these bras. I have to say that they are the best I have found. I like that the larger cup sizes have wider straps that don't dig into my shoulders as bad. I have a huge chest and it is very frustrating trying to find bras in my size so I was very happy to see that this bra came in a 34 GG, which is exremely hard to find. I also live in a very remote area, so I have to make the majority of my purchases online and I am happy with my experience with mommygear as well.
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Great Support
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Aug 23, 2011 |
KMD
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Oil City PA US |
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I have been nursing for about 6 months and have tried a few other nursing bras. They just weren't quite what I was looking for. I decided to buy this one because of the other reviews. I wear a 38G and this bra is great! Great support and comfortable to wear. Only thing I don't really care for is how hard it is to unclasp and clasp but I don't mind too much since the support is the best I have found. Will buy these again.
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Great Bra
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Aug 21, 2011 |
Tahara
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Ephrata PA US |
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I wish I would have found this bra sooner after having my second son. I was just wearing the tank tops from Target and hated having a uni-boob for a chest. This was one of the only bras that we found that worked for me. I actually took the long drive and drove to MommyGear to check it out and find out which bra would work for me. They were very helpful and since having my son, who is now almost 21 months old, I now have a daughter and ordered 2 more so that I would have a few more on hand to use. Thank you very much.
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AMAZING
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Aug 18, 2011 |
Nicole T
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Buffalo NY US |
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I got this bra in a 36H...fits perfect! The sizing chart is very accurate. My breasts are where they belong :) which makes me very happy. The clasps are a little hard to do as mentioned by others, but I'm sure, through use, they'll get easier. My only complaint is that the wires dig into my nearly 10 month pregnant belly but that is only temporary. All in all I am 100% in love with this bra.
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First Nursing bra
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Jul 20, 2011 |
Mandy
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This is my first nursing bra. I think I will be very happy with it. It is a little tight around the band but I think It will be ok once I have my baby. I have a very large chest ( 38 H ) So I was concerned with finding a good nursing bra, but this bra seems very supportive and fits nicely.
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be careful with underwire
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Jun 28, 2011 |
Anonymous |
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This is my fifth baby, and I have gotten larger chested with each baby. I need a lot of support (36 G). This was my favorite bra, because I liked the support, and I liked the way I looked in this bra. My baby is three months old, and I have started getting painful plugged ducts. I didn't blame it on the bra at first, until the third time it happened. I am so sad. I will not be able to wear this bra again. ED NOTE: Be sure that the underwire is not putting any pressure on your breast tissue, especially in the under arm area. If you like this style, but prefer a softcup check out the Elomi Beatrice Nursing Bra.
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Love this bra!
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Jun 18, 2011 |
Debra G
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Pickens SC US |
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First let me say that I found out on a Friday that the local shop that I originally ordered this bra from was not honest about how quickly they would get more in. I wear a 38FF and did not have any other nursing bras. I was due to deliver the upcoming Tuesday and did not want to wait an additional 2-4 weeks for it to come in. I called MommyGear to see if they had them in and the lady who answered sent my bras out right away. They arrived the day before I delivered and I'm extremely grateful!
That said, I love this bra! This is the first time that I've purchased a bra that fit for nursing. Normally I just squeezed into a double d! They are so comforatable and look great beneath my shirts. My back feels so much better now that I have them. The clasps are not easily undone, but since I love the bras fit, I don't mind it at all.
If you are well endowed, I would highly recommend this bra!
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Good, but not for me.
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May 3, 2011 |
Kari
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Concord Ca US |
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I ordered this bra in a 38h which is my size since my milk came in and it was too big. I used the easy exchange and got a half size down and the bra fit very well, provided great support and was very smooth under clothes. But I still returned it. What I didn't like about the bra was that it made my breasts point out towards the sides instead of forward. This is an issue I have with many of the bras I try for larger busted women, so maybe it's just me and not the bra. Honestly, it is one of the only decent nursing bras I have found and I have looked everywhere! I recommend giving it a chance and if you don't like it, the return/exchange policy is amazing!
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Think twice
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Apr 23, 2011 |
Anonymous |
PA US |
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I bought one of this bra while I was pregnant and loved it so much, I bought two more two weeks after giving birth. However I have been having fevers associated with plugged ducts couple times and one of them turned into mastitis. The lactation consultant that I was seeing said it could be because of the bra that I'm wearing; it does not stretch. I wish I was told that before paying $150! It's definitely beautiful, but I recommend testing it for couple weeks before buying more than one.
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The Best I have Found
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Apr 17, 2011 |
Carrie L.
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Scottsdale AZ US |
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I am a 34E and purchased 10 - 15 nursing bras before getting it right. I was becoming very frustrated before finding this one. It is a great bra, providing excellent support - the best I have found! The price on this is fair, as it is mid-range and is perfect for everyday wear. I have both nude and black!
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Not quite right
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Apr 8, 2011 |
Anonymous |
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I wear a 38 DDD and this bra dug into my ribcage in the front. I would have liked thicker straps and a band with more than two hooks in the back. The fabric was sturdy and I liked the nursing clasps. Overall, it was close but no cigar.
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happy mom :)
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Apr 7, 2011 |
Anonymous |
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fit is great & @ a DDD/F it gives great support. No more Grandma looking boobs during nursing season ;) I liked it so much I have 2. I would recomend this to any large chest women!
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love it!
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Mar 9, 2011 |
Anonymous |
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great support! looks like it will last a long time. i love that there so many clasps in the back to adjust as I lose pregnancy weight.
for me, the cup is a bit small, even though i measured, and the snaps are really tricky to use. Its really hard to snap the bra back into place discreetly in public, especially while balancing a baby on your lap, but I'm glad the snaps are so sturdy.
I can't give it anything less than five stars, especially when compared with other options. Its so hard to find comfortable support in my size! 38E, this is a winner!
love this vendor too! great, fast service!
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Best I've tried!
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Mar 3, 2011 |
DKK
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CA US |
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This is what a nursing bra should be! For the larger busted it doesn't come up too high, has great support with sturdy straps and the drop on the cup is truly functional (easily allows access without having to wrestle with the cup or breast positioning). I only wish they made a comparable bra with a cotton fabric since the sturdy fabric they use can feel a bit industrial with everyday wear.
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Love This Bra
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Mar 1, 2011 |
Elisa M.
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Nashville TN US |
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This is a great bra! Ordered this after my 4th child was born. This is the first time I've had a nursing bra that fit correctly. Wish I had it with all my kids. It is cut a little big. Customer service was fantastic!
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Jack's mom
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Feb 4, 2011 |
Sarah R.
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CT |
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I LOVE this bra! I went to a local store that sold high quality bras but the nursing bras left much to be desired. I bought one and it was so thin I felt uncomfortable wearing it under anything but a sweater. The Elomi bra IS high quality! Its supportive, comfortable and provides great coverage. I bought three!
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Great Support!
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Feb 1, 2011 |
Devin
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Urbana IL US |
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I was a 34F pre-pregnancy. Then a 36G during my pregnancy. And now, at 6 weeks post-partum, I'm at 34J. I bought 2 of the 34H bras (after reading on another site that these are European sizing, so to order 2 cups sizes down), and they fit great. Two things I would warn people of - the shoulder straps are on the shorter side. I have them extended as long as they can be, and I'd love another inch. But, they are OK. Just not as long as most bras I purchased. The second thing is that the clasps for the cups poked me a little the first 2 days. They're wider than the cup & strap, so they poke depending on how you're bending or sitting.
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Elayna
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Jan 29, 2011 |
Anonymous |
MI US |
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The bra fits just as well as the other customers stated. I don't have any problems with the fit between my sternum and just below my collar bone which is usually a problem for me (spilling out). I did go up to a Dbl. G because my reg. Elomi bra was a little snug after my 3rd month. I would definitely suggest this bra to anyone who wants and needs support for her bust line especially for those of us above a DD cup. It fits well with my maternity tops too, and the bra doesn't show in my boat neck shirts :-). The only reason it didn't receive 5 stars because it is slightly uncomfortable on my ribs by the end of the day...which is common for me since my bust line requires firm support.
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Great support and elevation
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Jan 15, 2011 |
Bethany W.
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Soldotna AK US |
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Lifts my girls up and separates them which is quite a feat as they are usually an H cup size. The clips are a bit tricky and I can't wear it with a square neck top but otherwise, a great buy
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Amazing support and lift!!! 38FF
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Jan 9, 2011 |
Molly
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Dallas TX US |
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This bra is a miracle worker for heavy breasts. We all know how hard it is to find a bra that comes in a big enough cup size, and then to find one that doens't make you look like a pointy Madonna or a uniboob monster. This is the bra sent by God. It gives amazing lift and support, even when you unclasp the hook to nurse, the inner support still keeps you lifted while nursing! Everyone tells me I look skinnier, or they think I have had a boob lift!
MommyGear is amazing, they will size you over the phone and send you a million bras until you find one that works for you. They are super helpful and amazing to order from.
Anotehr reason I love this bra is that it comes in half sizes. I have lopsided breasts (one a size DDD and the other is inbetween a F and a size G) and the 38FF works well for me. It fits well for my larger breast and it still give support to my smaller one.
Yes other people have mentioned they cannot open the hook with one hand, but you trade that for having the support you need when you're large chested. And I can actually re-clip it with one hand, sometimes. I love this bra, it gives amazing shape and lift for larger chested people.
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An absolute godsend
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Dec 9, 2010 |
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When my midwife asked me about my mood at my postpartum visit I told her it had improved after I got this bra! This has a good fit, great support and looks good under clothes. The first few times I wore it while nursing my baby and I had to get used to a slightly higher nipple position, but that was easy. I'm a 38 FF and was starting to despair that I would have to live with saggy uniboob for a year. This bra was the answer to my prayers.
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Great Support
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Nov 28, 2010 |
Anonymous |
lakeland fl US |
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I really like the support this bra gives. It is very comfortable !! I am a 34 E and this is not an easy size to find with this kind of support and lift! I would highly reccomend this bra..
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So supportive!
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Nov 23, 2010 |
Anonymous |
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This bra gives so much support! I am petite, but with a large chest ( during nursing a 34 F). I was looking for a bra that would minimize/ support the "obvious nursing mama" look, and I am very pleased with this bra. My only regret is that the hooks can be difficult to do one handed, but I definitely don't have to worry about them coming unsnapped when I don't want them to!
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