Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!
$99 Yearly Supply Alert! 🌈 "1 per Day!" Bariatric Multivitamins

More about the "girls"

Nhope

By Nhope, in The Gals' Room

Recommended Posts

Nhope    146

Nhope
Posted

My sisters:

I'm 9 months and 150 lbs lost on this WLS journey and at this point, my whole body looks like a deflated balloon on a parade float--especially my breasts!! I went from a DD to about a C, and a 46 band to a 38 band. My problem is finding a good, everyday bra that contains everything into something resembling the shape of a breast. If the sides are too low, I get major underarm bulge, if the cup isn't quite right, I'm just misshapen. Anyone found a good solution? At least one a week I seem to be going to stores and trying on 10 bras that don't fit right. Unfortunately, I live out in the boondocks and there is no store that does any kind of fitting. Eventually I will have to travel to NYC for that.

Thanks!

Orchids&Dragons reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Orchids&Dragons    9,046

Orchids&Dragons
Posted

I haven't even thought that far ahead. Good luck in your search. I was only a C at my highest weight, so I'll probably be looking at training bras when I'm done. (A cup - extra long!)

Healthy_life2 and Nhope reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

jess9395    5,448

jess9395
Posted

First, make sure to get a truly accurate size, most women wear the wrong size in the US.

A good place to start—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/beginners_guide

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/measuring

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/manual_sizing_guide

Then figure out shape—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/shape_guide

You can also search the site for weight loss—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/search?q=Weight%20loss

And for recommendations. That site can be truly life changing as far as bras go!


Nhope and Healthy_life2 reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Orchids&Dragons    9,046

Orchids&Dragons
Posted

15 minutes ago, jess9395 said:

First, make sure to get a truly accurate size, most women wear the wrong size in the US.

A good place to start—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/beginners_guide

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/measuring

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/manual_sizing_guide

Then figure out shape—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/shape_guide

You can also search the site for weight loss—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/search?q=Weight%20loss

And for recommendations. That site can be truly life changing as far as bras go!

Thank you!

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Krista27    340

Krista27
Posted

I know that Victoria's Secret is a bit spendy. But so worth it in my opinion. I went from a 42dd to 38dd. I went there and got two bras and am in love with them!

Healthy_life2 and Nhope reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Sosewsue61    3,185

Sosewsue61
Posted

I like an all-in-one bra and shaper that has cups - there are other brands besides Spanx, but I really like my Red Hot by Spanx.

Healthy_life2 and Nhope reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Frustr8    7,886

Frustr8
Posted

Did you happen to find out,what Secret Victoria has been hiding? Been wondering myself for years. And how come its called Amazon when its right here in the US of A? And lastly, why isn't it called Eternal Revenue when you have to,pay them forever and forever?

Healthy_life2, toodlerue and Orchids&Dragons reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

jess9395    5,448

jess9395
Posted

Another great resource—

http://www.bratabase.com

Be careful at Victoria Secret. The girls there will try and make you fit into a size they carry and they carry a very limited size range.


Orchids&Dragons and Healthy_life2 reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Healthy_life2    8,319

Healthy_life2
Posted

59 minutes ago, Nhope said:

My sisters:

I'm 9 months and 150 lbs lost on this WLS journey and at this point, my whole body looks like a deflated balloon on a parade float--especially my breasts!! I went from a DD to about a C, and a 46 band to a 38 band. My problem is finding a good, everyday bra that contains everything into something resembling the shape of a breast. If the sides are too low, I get major underarm bulge, if the cup isn't quite right, I'm just misshapen. Anyone found a good solution? At least one a week I seem to be going to stores and trying on 10 bras that don't fit right. Unfortunately, I live out in the boondocks and there is no store that does any kind of fitting. Eventually I will have to travel to NYC for that.

Thanks!

I can relate. I can't quite find what works for the boob and side situation. I laugh because I found one bra that gave too much support the girls were lifted like a shelf to my chin. Others just gave more side issues.

What I've found so far that works for me.

Daisy fuentes full figure. I go up a size in band helps the side situation. The cups give s great shape. Larger straps on the shoulders. Four claps and larger back band.

Thanks to @jess9395 for the suggestion. Victoria secret-VSX-Knockout sports bra. Zip front and clasp.. Separates lifts and keeps the girls held tight for exercise..lol

s_5a3d2e493b1608565301e417.jpg

DF103X-4_1024x1024.jpg

s-l1600.jpg

V511981_OM_DET.jpg

images.jpg

Nhope reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Frustr8    7,886

Frustr8
Posted

Talked to my girls this morning. They told me they are old and tired like me, as long as I am gentle and don't cram them too hard they don't care what brand I put them in. Don't know for sure why they are so grouchy, they are 12 years younger than the rest of me. Of course there isn't as much gap between 60 and 72 as there used to be 😟

Healthy_life2, GassyGurl, Orchids&Dragons and 2 others reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Healthy_life2    8,319

Healthy_life2
Posted

21 minutes ago, Frustr8 said:

Talked to my girls this morning. They told me they are old and tired like me, as long as I am gentle and don't cram them too hard they don't care what brand I put them in. Don't know for sure why they are so grouchy, they are 12 years younger than the rest of me. Of course there isn't as much gap between 60 and 72 as there used to be 😟

*laughing*

All I can do is lift with my hand and tuck the girls in a bra cup. It's not the brand name for me it's all about the fit and support. No need for the girls to hang to my belly button.

Orchids&Dragons, Nhope and real sight reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Nhope    146

Nhope
Posted

21 hours ago, jess9395 said:

First, make sure to get a truly accurate size, most women wear the wrong size in the US.

A good place to start—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/beginners_guide

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/measuring

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/manual_sizing_guide

Then figure out shape—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/wiki/shape_guide

You can also search the site for weight loss—

https://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/search?q=Weight%20loss

And for recommendations. That site can be truly life changing as far as bras go!

Wow, thank you. I'm going to have to set aside a whole afternoon for this project, but sounds like it will be worth it!

jess9395 reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

jess9395    5,448

jess9395
Posted

Love the VS knockout! The only thing I buy there.

Love wacoal and natori for my basics.

My favorite—

https://www.zappos.com/p/wacoal-basic-beauty-spacer-underwire-t-shirt-bra-853192/product/8418603

https://www.zappos.com/p/wacoal-body-by-wacoal-t-back-underwire-bra-65124/product/8120232

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

toodlerue    432

toodlerue
Posted

See if there are any Hanes/Playtex outlet stores near you. They should do fittings there. Or look for specialty bra shops in your area. Or maybe even an upscale department store has a bra fitter. They are hard to come by anymore.

When you do find a bra that you fits you, put your shirt back on so you can see how the girls look in your clothes with the bra on.


Toodles,
Rue

Orchids&Dragons reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
Go To Topic Listing The Gals' Room

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • KeeWee

      KeeWee

      It's been 10 long years! Here is my VSG weight loss surgiversary update..
      https://www.ae1bmerchme.com/post/10-year-surgiversary-update-for-2024 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Aunty Mamo

      Aunty Mamo

      Iʻm roughly 6 weeks post-op this morning and have begun to feel like a normal human, with a normal human body again. I started introducing solid foods and pill forms of medications/supplements a couple of weeks ago and it's really amazing to eat meals with my family again, despite the fact that my portions are so much smaller than theirs. 
      I live on the island of Oʻahu and spend a lot of time in the water- for exercise, for play,  and for spiritual & mental health. The day I had my month out appointment with my surgeon, I packed all my gear in my truck, anticipating his permission to get back in the ocean. The minute I walked out of that hospital I drove straight to the shore and got in that water. Hallelujah! My appointment was at 10 am. I didn't get home until after 5 pm. 
      I'm down 31 pounds since the day of surgery and 47 since my pre-op diet began, with that typical week long stall occurring at three weeks. I'm really starting to see some changes lately- some of my clothing is too big, some fits again. The most drastic changes I notice however are in my face. I've also noticed my endurance and flexibility increasing. I was really starting to be held up physically, and I'm so grateful that I'm seeing that turn around in such short order. 
      My general disposition lately is hopeful and motivated. The only thing that bugs me on a daily basis still is the way those supplements make my house smell. So stink! But I just bought a smell proof bag online that other people use to put their pot in. My house doesn't stink anymore. 
       
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BeanitoDiego

      BeanitoDiego

      Oh yeah, something I wanted to rant about, a billing dispute that cropped up 3 months ago.
      Surgery was in August of 2023. A bill shows up for over $7,000 in January. WTF? I asks myself. I know that I jumped through all of the insurance hoops and verified this and triple checked that, as did the surgeon's office. All was set, and I paid all of the known costs before surgery.
      A looong story short, is that an assistant surgeon that was in the process of accepting money from my insurance company touched me while I was under anesthesia. That is what the bill was for. But hey, guess what? Some federal legislation was enacted last year to help patients out when they cannot consent to being touched by someone out of their insurance network. These types of bills fall under something called, "surprise billing," and you don't have to put up with it.
      https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises
      I had to make a lot of phone calls to both the surgeon's office and the insurance company and explain my rights and what the maximum out of pocket costs were that I could be liable for. Also had to remind them that it isn't my place to be taking care of all of this and that I was going to escalate things if they could not play nice with one another.
      Quick ending is that I don't have to pay that $7,000+. Advocate, advocate, advocate for yourself no matter how long it takes and learn more about this law if you are ever hit with a surprise bill.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BeanitoDiego

      BeanitoDiego

      Some days I feel like an infiltrator... I'm participating in society as a "thin" person. They have no idea that I haven't always been one of them! 🤣
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • ChunkCat

      ChunkCat

      Thank you everyone for your well wishes! I totally forgot I wrote an update here... I'm one week post op today. I gained 15 lbs in water weight overnight because they had to give me tons of fluids to bring my BP up after surgery! I stayed one night in the hospital. Everything has been fine except I seem to have picked up a bug while I was there and I've been running a low grade fever, coughing, and a sore throat. So I've been hydrating well and sleeping a ton. So far the Covid tests are negative.
      I haven't been able to advance my diet past purees. Everything I eat other than tofu makes me choke and feels like trying to swallow rocks. They warned me it would get worse before it gets better, so lets hope this is all normal. I have my follow up on Monday so we'll see. Living on shakes and soup again is not fun. I had enough of them the first time!! LOL 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    Bariatric Forums

    For Patients

    Health Professionals

    Search Surgeons

    Bariatric Surgeons: Want to research a weight loss surgery surgeon? Enter their last name below to start!

    ×