Mastectomy bra
Hi All, I have just joined and would like to see if anyone knows if there is somewhere I can donate 2 x mastectomy bra's - they were my Aunties - 1 used and the other new - I know that these bra's can be expensive so happy to donate. Any suggestions would be great - I live in Brisbane but happy to post .279ViewsSign in to react to this post7Comments
Pretty Post-Mastectomy Underwear - My List of Online Suppliers
Firstly I wish to thank all the women who contribute to this forum. I have learnt so much from the experiences you have shared and truly value your support and insights. Although I am still in chemo, I am preparing for my post-mastectomy life. I have spent considerable time finding online sources for pretty, comfortable and practical underwear solutions. I want to share these with you. Several of these companies were founded by women who had breast cancer and couldn't find suitable underwear, so they started their own companies and designed the products. The US-based stores can be expensive as prices are in US$ and shipping is extra. However, these stores also have special deals for your first purchase etc and one, handful.com, has a lifetime 30% discount for breast cancer survivors on bras and active wear Once you sign up for the newsletters, there are regular sales as well. The size guides are easy to use - remember US sizes are different from Australian. When I wasn't sure, the stores were prompt and helpful in the replies. I am pleased with all my purchases from these stores - quality and very soft fabrics. 1. Handful: All bras are sold with Handful's thin pads. The are stackable pads, so if you want a fuller look you can use two or three sets of pads. I bought bras, tank tops and extra stackable pads. There were some really good deals in the sale section. https://handful.com/collections/sale Plus there is a 30% lifetime discount for breast cancer survivors. Register first here, wait for approval and then make your purchases. https://handful.com/pages/breast-friend-forever Cary Kim runs the survivor program. Super helpful. She asked me to advise this: "Please make sure your Aussie survivor sisters put in the “how did you hear about us” that they are in Australia so I can directly communicate about working together on the order to make sure they get the right style bras and pad sizes/colors/amounts". 2. Busted Tank: Started by a breast cancer survivor. It offers a range of tanks/singlets with an elastic-free pocket in which to insert one of their single length, lightweight foam breast forms. https://www.bustedtank.com/shop-essentials Items sold separately. Breast forms are $12. I opted for teardrop shape. There is a 15% discount on your first purchase if you sign up. I had some sizing queries and they replied quickly. From online forums, Busted Tank's sizing seemed generous and I was glad I checked with them first. I am Australian size 10 and opted for Handful's small size. There is currently a sale on some designs. https://www.bustedtank.com/shop-essentials 3. AnaOno: Dana Donofree was diagnosed with breast cancer at 27. Post surgery she couldn't find comfortable, sexy lingerie so set up AnaOno. There's a 15% discount on your first order after signing up to the newsletter. Postage is reasonable - a flat US$25 via F…678ViewsSign in to react to this post2CommentsBras for bigger cup size?
Hi , I have just had my unilateral mastectomy and am ready to get back into a bra. As a 12ff I am worried ( after looking online) that they don't come in my size. Should I think about a normal, wire free bra in my size and then buy a pocket to sew in? Where can you buy pockets?127ViewsSign in to react to this post3Comments
Silly Question
I don't know who to ask but after removal of milk ducts can I wear a bra straight away as I would be very uncomfortable with the other breast if this is not possible.689ViewsSign in to react to this post18Comments
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