Bras post mastectomy and implant

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Ilmiopinguino · 17/06/2024 17:54

I have a mastectomy on 25th June and reconstruction with an implant at the same time. As well as being a bit of an all round nervous wreck, I'm also trying to find a post operative bra that fits the list of requirements. I need a full cup or sports bra, supportive but not too restrictive, no underwire, and preferably seamless. They also need to not be front fastening, not 'post surgery' and not pull on. It feels like looking for the holy grail and the date of the op is coming up fast.
Anyone come across such an item? Or can anyone recommend what they wore/are wearing?

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Knittedfairies2 · 17/06/2024 17:59

Have a look at https://www.nicolajane.com/ or see if you have a specialist lingerie shop in your area. I hope your surgery and recovery goes well.

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Opentooffers · 17/06/2024 23:59

M&S are still really good for bra choices, so I look there if you want decent fit and quality at a reasonable price.

MrsSkylerWhite · 18/06/2024 00:21

I have an M&S front fastening (zip) sports bra that’s been going strong since 2017, still my go to for comfort. I didn’t have an implant so can’t comment on how it will feel in that regard, but flat on one side, it’s very comfortable.

Onelessboob · 18/06/2024 17:51

I had a mastectomy and implant at the same time and I got this one https://www.marksandspencer.com/extra-high-impact-non-wired-sports-bra-a-e/p/clp60483515

And this one
https://www.marksandspencer.com/post-surgery-fleur-lace-padded-full-cup-bra-a-dd/p/clp22354466?color=WHITE&prevPage=srp#intid=pid_pg1pip47g2r2c2|prodflag_VAT%20off

Both great and very supportive. The post surgery one was great for the couple of weeks after, but I mainly use the sports type bras as I got more out and about again.

Ultimate Support Non Wired Sports Bra A-E | Goodmove | M&S

Our ultimate support sports bra provides outstanding support, no matter how hard you train. Ultimate bounce control with more coverage and thicker straps for your biggest moves such as running and jumping. Non-padded cups provide full coverage and are...

https://www.marksandspencer.com/extra-high-impact-non-wired-sports-bra-a-e/p/clp60483515

Onelessboob · 18/06/2024 17:53

I should say I had a fitting at M and S a couple of weeks before the surgery and they were really helpful.

DaveWatts · 18/06/2024 18:00

I went to Bravissimo before my surgery and they were really helpful albeit they didn't have masses of choice, supply issues apparently. You can also get the VAT off post-surgery bras which added up to a nice discount, they just did it for me at the till. I also bought the zip-up M&s sports bra linked above which has been good.

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