10-09-2014, 18:33
You will probably increase in cup size even more, make sure you are wearing your correct size (always go by the measurement of your underbust, this should be your band - don't allow shop people to add on 4". You want the bra to fit snugly under the bust when on the loosest hook. Next measure around the fullest part, always keep the tape measure parallel to the floor for these two measurements. Each inch difference is around one cup difference. So if you measure 30" underbust and 33" around the bust you are a 30C for example.
*edit - I use this for speed http://www.sophisticatedpair.com/bracalculator.htm
Compare the full bust measurement to that which you measure when leaning completely forward, it's most likely even more and you can take an average to get a good range and then try bras on in person, loosest hook. Lean into the bra and scoop all tissue into the cups (from under the arms, off the ribcage etc - swoop and scoop!) You don't want any part of the bra pressing onto breast tissue especially when breastfeeding, as a repeat sufferer of mastitis I can guarantee you WANT a supportive but well fitted nursing bra.
Take EPO or Starflower (borage) oil to promote breast health. I was cured of said recurrent mastitis purely with this! Breasts are made of fatty tissue, so it will help prevent sagging too!
Finally, massage them with Argan Oil after bathing (make sure it is pure, and not toasted or containing mineral oil or silicone derivatives), this is traditionally used by Moroccan women. Other oils such as almond or sunflower would do if not strong smelling, but you want to make sure you don't use anything that will taste or smell horrible for baby.
Good luck, I breastfed each of my kids for 14 months and I remember those years fondly!
*edit - I use this for speed http://www.sophisticatedpair.com/bracalculator.htm
Compare the full bust measurement to that which you measure when leaning completely forward, it's most likely even more and you can take an average to get a good range and then try bras on in person, loosest hook. Lean into the bra and scoop all tissue into the cups (from under the arms, off the ribcage etc - swoop and scoop!) You don't want any part of the bra pressing onto breast tissue especially when breastfeeding, as a repeat sufferer of mastitis I can guarantee you WANT a supportive but well fitted nursing bra.
Take EPO or Starflower (borage) oil to promote breast health. I was cured of said recurrent mastitis purely with this! Breasts are made of fatty tissue, so it will help prevent sagging too!
Finally, massage them with Argan Oil after bathing (make sure it is pure, and not toasted or containing mineral oil or silicone derivatives), this is traditionally used by Moroccan women. Other oils such as almond or sunflower would do if not strong smelling, but you want to make sure you don't use anything that will taste or smell horrible for baby.
Good luck, I breastfed each of my kids for 14 months and I remember those years fondly!