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Read moreMaternity and Nursing Bras: Your Guide to Pregnancy Bras That Will Grow With You

Understanding Maternity & Nursing Bras
Pregnancy is a transformative journey, not just for your life but for your body as well. One of the most significant changes you'll experience is in your breasts. It is, therefore, essential to address finding the proper support for your breasts throughout this period. Maternity and nursing bras are designed to accommodate the changes your body experiences during pregnancy and provide the comfort and ease of access you need for breastfeeding. These bras offer enhanced support, comfort, and functionality to meet the unique needs that you may have as an expectant or a new mother.
When you become an expectant mother, your breasts grow as the body prepares for motherhood, making it essential to find bras that can accommodate these fluctuations. Maternity bras are designed to offer additional support as your breasts grow and change during pregnancy. They often feature wider straps, adjustable bands, and soft, stretchy fabrics that can accommodate your growing belly and expanding rib cage. On the other hand, nursing bras are designed with ease of access for breastfeeding in mind. They come with clips or panels that allow you to feed your baby or pump without removing the bra. Let's explore some essential maternity and nursing bra tips that will make your journey more comfortable and convenient.
1. Utilize ½-cups™ as your size changes.
Oftentimes, fluctuations in your breast size can be minimal, and sometimes the change in your size isn’t big enough to jump up or down a full cup. At ThirdLove we’ve developed ½-cup™ sizes for women who fall in between standard industry sizes. For example, if you typically wear a 34C and your breasts grow a bit during pregnancy, bump up to a 34 C½ (but check with our Fit Finder® quiz to know for sure). These half cups will come in handy after baby comes too, as your breast size tends to peak in the first 1-2 months post birth and then decrease over time.

2. Invest in a comfortable, wireless bra.
Even though I'm not a usual wireless-only kind of girl, both times I've been pregnant, I started to favor wireless bras by the end of the ten months. They just tend to be more comfortable, especially as your belly gets larger and larger, and your rib cage expands. As you do your bra shopping for this season, it is essential to know what features to look for in a maternity and a nursing bra.
Your breasts may be more sensitive than usual, and it is therefore necessary that you prioritize soft and breathable fabric. Fabrics like cotton, modal, or bamboo that are gentle against your skin are popular. They can help prevent irritation and overheating, which is especially important during pregnancy.
Additionally, opt for stretchy cups that can accommodate fluctuations in breast size but are still firm enough to provide support. Seamless cups are an excellent choice for avoiding irritation. A bra with an adjustable band and straps comes in handy during this season, so I suggest you look for a bra with multiple hook-and-eye closures that will allow you to modify the fit as your ribcage expands.
Lastly, ensure that your nursing bra allows for convenient nursing. A bra with convenient features like drop-down cups, front clasps, or a pull-aside design will make breastfeeding more accessible.
3. Types of Maternity & Nursing Bras at ThirdLove
Here at ThirdLove, we offer a variety of maternity and nursing bras that check all the boxes to cater to your needs as an expectant or nursing mum. Moreover, our bras don't just work as nursing and maternity bras; they give you the same support, comfort, and stylish look you get with our regular bras. Here are some options for you to try:
Our Cotton Underwire Nursing Bra offers the best of both worlds: the support and structure of an underwire with the comfort of soft, breathable cotton. It features drop-down cups that are easy to use and convenient for nursing. It also has memory foam cups for a smooth look under your clothes.
This is a perfect bra option for all the nursing mums if you prefer a smooth, wire-free experience. The bra is made with a 4-way stretch fabric that offers easy and soft support. The classic hook-and-eye closure and adjustable straps ensure you can adjust it to fit you comfortably. The bra uses a drop-down overlay fabric for easy access when nursing.