How Many Maternity Bras Do You Really Need?
Having a baby can be expensive! The cot, the nappies, the teeny little clothes - it all adds up. So it’s not exactly surprising that one of the main questions our pregnant clients ask us is “how many maternity bras do I actually need?”
Bras are an investment at the best of times, and now you need to fill your drawer with new ones, you don’t want to buy more than necessary. Today, we give you our honest answer on what the perfect number is, and we promise, it’s not as bad as you might think.
How many maternity bras do you need?
The perfect number of maternity bras to have is three. One on, one ready to wear, and one in the wash. Breastfeeding can be a messy business. Between leaky boobs and dribbly babies, you’re facing a lot of washing. Having at least three maternity bras will make your life a whole lot easier.
For mums with refluxy babies or heavy let-down, you may even find a fourth is worth the trade-off of making your laundry pile less stressful. The same is true if you’re due over winter, when everything takes longer to dry (bras don’t like the tumble dryer).
Meet the Leakproof Maternity Bra
Of course, not all maternity bras are created equal. And if leaks are what’s sending half your bras to the wash basket, this is where our Leakproof Maternity Bra can really change the game. Designed by mums, for mums, it tackles the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum. The secret is our Dry Layer Technology, a three-layer system that wicks, absorbs, and locks away breast milk so you can skip the breast pads.
How it works:
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A moisture-wicking inner layer keeps you dry.
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An innovative middle Dry Layer absorbs breast milk.
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A water-resistant outer layer stops leaks from showing through.
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One-handed drop-down cups make breastfeeding simple.
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An adjustable underband with six hooks allows for ribcage expansion.
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Wirefree cups give soft support, day and night.
During the day, it keeps you feeling secure, even through cluster feeds and baby spills. At night, it offers gentle support and absorbs leaks while you sleep.
How to choose nursing bra size
If you’re going to invest in three (or maybe four) maternity bras, you want every single one to fit like it was made for you. Wearing the right size helps to avoid digging, pinching, and blocked ducts. Just as well that we stock maternity bras in a huge range of sizes, from 10 to 24, and C to J cup.
Our online fittings can be done from the comfort of home. One of our bra gurus will help you nail down your size without setting foot in a store. That way, you know the bras you do buy are the ones you’ll actually wear, through pregnancy, breastfeeding, and beyond.
Want to size yourself? You’ll find great advice in our Bra Fit Tools and Bra Size Calculator.
The bottom line
So, how many maternity bras do you really need? At least three, one on, one ready, one in the wash. With the right fit and the right design, those three bras can see you comfortably through years of wear. And with options like the Leakproof Maternity Bra, you’ll spend less time worrying about leaks and more time focusing on what matters most, you and your baby.
Looking for more information on maternity bras? Check out How To Choose The Best Maternity Bras.
