How to Measure Yourself for a Maternity Nursing Bra?

 For pregnant women and nursing mothers, a maternity or nursing bra can make a lot of difference. It can provide more comfort, better support, and improved fit.

But of course, like any other bra, the maternity nursing bra, too, needs the perfect fit to give all these benefits. And for the perfect fit, you need to measure yourself perfectly.

Here’s how you can measure yourself from the comfort of your home to get the right fit.

Tips for measuring yourself for a maternity nursing bra

Follow the below tips to get the most comfortable fit.

1. If you are pregnant, wait until the beginning of the second trimester to measure yourself for a nursing bra. 
2. If you are a breastfeeding mum, measure yourself when your breasts are the fullest. This usually means during the daytime before feeding the baby. 
3. Stand in front of the mirror wearing a regular non-padded bra. Measure the under bust – this is the area just below the bust around which the bra band goes. 
4. Measure around the fullest part of your bust. 
5. Using the measurement obtained from points #3 and #4 above, refer to the size chart of your favorite brand for nursing bras. 
6. While measuring, make sure the measuring tape is flat against your skin and parallel to the ground. 
7. The nursing bra you wear should neither be too tight nor too loose. You should be able to stick two fingers under the shoulder straps and the under band without it feeling too tight.

More tips to get even more comfort out of your maternity wear

Some more tips to help you a little bit on your motherhood clothes journey.

1. Wear an active maternity bra if you indulge in any form of exercise. You can also start wearing an active maternity bra if you feel that your breasts jiggle a lot when you move around. You probably need more support which an active maternity bra offers. 
2. Post pregnancy, your post maternity clothes must be comfortable yet snug. Choose soft fabrics and simple designs. Simple designs in basic colours are versatile and can be mixed and matched, too. 
3. Maternity overalls or shorts not only look cute but are also designed to offer comfort. Again, choose these styles in soft fabrics to get the most comfort. 
4. Choose comfortable maternity wear and nursing bras for bedtime. As a new mum, sleep will probably be at the bottom of your list of priorities. But give yourself a break and improve the quality of your sleep and naps by wearing the right clothes to bed.

 

Pregnancy and motherhood can become tiring. But remember that it is also a very rewarding experience. One part of coping better with this time is to make yourself more comfortable by choosing the right clothing.