I wanna cheap maternity bra

elliealfie

HI 8 months pregnant and of course looking for ways to lessen the cost of new baby,

I have hunted around (thanks to the various threads here and on family thread ) and have got maternity/ nursing bra down to £6.00 from https://www.thingimijigs.co.uk

I know that they have the 10% off that has been pointed out on other threads, but before I buy them anyone else got them cheaper? (they also have free postage over £40, but I dont need that many bras :rotfl:

as every little helps, and kids are so expensive

sundin13

Can I just butt in with a bit of advice. If you are planning on feeding the baby, your nursing bra will be your best friend/worst enemy.

On a practical level, I found drop cups to be the best - zip bottomed ones were awful coz I kept getting the zip caught on my boobs (and they were the cheap ones so be warned).

But then there's also the aesthetic level. I felt like a horrible fat, saggy old heifer - and buying a nice bra made a world of difference to that. Clothes fitted better etc.

Anyway, all I'm trying to say is - don't buy for price, buy for fit and practicality. And good luck!

Karnam

i advocate Emma Jane nursing bras, there's a link somewhere on MSE for cheap maternity bras from figleaves

elliealfie

thanks, the ones I have seen are clips on the straps that drop down, you made me wince that the thought of zip getting caught :eek:

cheers for the note, I will have a look at Figleaves now,

bylromarha

Don't forget larger Asda and Tesco stores sell them quite cheaply...you can try before you buy too to avoid saggy boob fits.

elliealfie

I checked my local Asda and they have stopped selling them, - you guys really know how to make a girl feel beautiful, saggy boobs and catching them in zips

apples1

M&S were very good when i got mine. Measured me properly and advised on fit. Not overpriced and worth every penny. You will live in them - some things are just not worth scrimping on and this IMHO is one of them!!

fesdufun

I second the M&S ones. Very comfortable and lasted one year of breatfeeding being washed about two times a week. Also easy to undo/do up one handed.

I have also been told the New Look are going to start stocking maternity clothes including bras. I'm not sure when they will hit the shops as they are doing tester trials at the moment.

Good luck.

Rhiannon_of_Woolamai

The best breastfeeding bra that I ever found are the ANITA range with Figleaves stock.

They are really sturdy (better than Emma Jane and Elle Macphearson), they also come in underwired (which is loads more supportive, and lifts you, making you look a lot slimmer), super comfortable - just great

They are more expensive that the cheapy ones - but will last you! I wore mine in late pregnancy, and for the next year of breastfeeding, they're still going strong for daughter no. 2! Thus GREAT VALUE
Try this http://www.figleaves.com/uk/product.asp?product_id=ANT-5041&mci=&size=&colour=
and this one
http://www.figleaves.com/uk/product.asp?product_id=ANT-5035&mci=&size=&colour=
I have both (the second one is the best in the world - no seams which is great when breasts are sore from feeding). They're around £29 - but honestly , I've got through about 6 maternity bras of different brands now and this one is the best value, best fit, best support, longest lasting.

full-time-mum

sheenamc wrote:

Can I just butt in with a bit of advice. If you are planning on feeding the baby, your nursing bra will be your best friend/worst enemy.

On a practical level, I found drop cups to be the best - zip bottomed ones were awful coz I kept getting the zip caught on my boobs (and they were the cheap ones so be warned).

But then there's also the aesthetic level. I felt like a horrible fat, saggy old heifer - and buying a nice bra made a world of difference to that. Clothes fitted better etc.

Anyway, all I'm trying to say is - don't buy for price, buy for fit and practicality. And good luck!

apples1 wrote:

- some things are just not worth scrimping on and this IMHO is one of them!!

I breastfed both my children for over 2 years and agree with all the above except that I, personally, never had any problem with zip cups. I found it impossible to do up a drop cup single handed which is quite important when your baby has just fallen asleep in your arms and you daren't move a muscle!!
I used to do the zip up with my thumb between zip and skin - guess it is down to personal preference.

NCT branches can put you in touch with a MAVA bra rep. Can't comment on value but you should get a proper fit.

Also treat yourself to a light weight night bra as it can be uncomfortable in bed if your breasts are full with no support. You also need something to hold breast pads in place to prevent soggy sheets!

On the subject of breast pads, invest in a couple of boxes of re-useable washable ones rather than just rely on the disposable type. They are cheaper and don't disintegrate when accidently washed with your bra!!!


NCT branches hold Nearly New Sales once or twice a year which is a good place to pick up bargains.
(Wellingborough branch is holding one on 1st April)

helenhugs

http://www.nctms.co.uk/prodlist.asp?cat=68&scat=78
I recommend the bras from here, they are brilliant.
I have a rather nasty scar on my boob from a zip cup bra that i used after having my 1st son who is now 8 & the scar is still clear. I wouldnt touch 1 again with a bargepole. I think they are great for the smaller breast but not for larger, they still make them so they must be good for some people.
Try not to skimp too much on them I know its hard when money is tight but they really are an important part. the wrong bra can make you look so awful, make sure it fits properly etc.
On the budget side I know boots were selling off a lot of their range (instore only) & they were pretty good. I got a friend one for £2.50.
Hope that helps
hugs
Helen