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1. I received the Berli Bra but nothing else that was in the My Care Kit via the local Breast Care Nurse.
This nurse didn’t contact me until weeks after my Lumpectomy and after I had started radiation. I went everywhere to find a suitable bra and it was only when I told her this did she order the bra for me. If I had worn this bra immediately after surgery then I don’t think I would have had the problems of blood clots in the crease of my breast, and across my stomach, and suffered with the discomfort of my normal bra.
2. It was depressing looking at this bra when it arrived as it was so ugly (perhaps if it was a pale pink it would be more appealing?), but I was relieved to get into something that was comfortable. It was a godsend.
3. I am still wearing my Berlie bra 5 months later with an insert. For extra support I wear a crop top over it when I got for my nightly walk. Have not put myself through the depressing scenario of going bra shopping, now C cup on left and E on right. :(
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