Clothes for nursing mothers

A woman always remains a fashionista, even if she has recently given birth to a child and is breastfeeding him. Despite this difficult period, she wants to look good, have a haircut and dress stylishly. Some 7-10 years ago, there were practically no beautiful clothes for this category of customers on the market, but now clothes for nursing mothers are presented in a large assortment. What are the requirements for breastfeeding women to dress? Comfort, comfortable fit, pleasant to the body fabric and, of course, fashion.

Comfort is one of the main criteria by which nursing women choose their clothes. The breast during lactation is very sensitive and enlarged, there is a possibility of leakage of breast milk. Therefore, no rigid inserts, darts, corsets should be located in the bodice area. To ensure not only physical, but also psychological comfort (women's nipples are often in an excited state), the bodice has a duplicated insert that does not allow the breast to stand out.

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Contrary to popular belief that blouses and bodices should only be made of cotton, clothes for nursing mothers are sewn from different fabrics. The main criterion is the hypoallergenicity of the material, while the fabric can consist of only 50% natural fibers.The reason why only natural fabrics are not used in underwear and blouses is simple: frequent washing and quick loss of presentation. Nursing women wash underwear and tops daily, cotton bras stretch and stop holding heavy breasts, which does not affect her shape in the best way.

Comfortable nursing clothes are those from which you can quickly and easily release the breast and put it back. In addition, when feeding, parts of the female body should not be visible. That is why all specialized models have a certain cut.

bras They are sewn from dense fabric with a detachable valve, which allows you to quickly take out the breast and feed the baby. Additionally, they are equipped with pockets for inserts that protect the nipples from friction; often you can find models with pockets for inserts from the flow of milk.

Sweatshirts very often they have a V-shaped neck, which is formed by laying the fabric crosswise (smell). At the same time, folds are formed on the bodice, which are easily pushed aside if it is necessary to breastfeed the child in a public place.

The choice of clothes for feeding is a very difficult issue. This is especially true for underwear. No woman can be sure whether milk will come, how long lactation will last, what size breasts will become. Therefore, it is not worth taking linen for mothers in advance.A woman should choose such an important and intimate part of the wardrobe herself, having previously measured it. In practice, a woman's breasts increase by two sizes with the arrival of milk, so it is impossible to buy underwear with the usual cup volume.

All nursing bras are sewn without wires. Support for heavy breasts is provided by wide and elastic shoulder straps. The breast during this period is especially vulnerable to mastopathy and mastitis, so underwear manufacturers completely exclude pressure on the mammary gland.

The bra must have a valve for feeding (or a sliding pocket). When buying underwear, test the valve fastener, you should easily unfasten and fasten it with one hand, because you will be holding the baby on the other hand. Good underwear provides breast support even when the valve is unfastened.

The lining of the bust for feeding should be made of cotton, the top can be made of any other material that holds its shape well.

You can take it with you to the hospital home clothes and special pajamas for feeding. You can create a set of clothes for sleep yourself: pick up comfortable pants and buy an elastic top with soft cups, which do not have a fastener, but a pocket in the chest area. For the first few days, this is enough for you, because milk does not come immediately, but one or two days after the baby is born. After you can purchase a bodice.

If you prefer nightshirts, then choose a model with a deep slit in the chest area, models with straps with a valve, as well as models with slits under the bust. The recommended material is thick cotton jersey. You can buy a nightgown in advance by choosing the style that suits you best.

Dresses for nursing mothers must meet certain criteria: in addition to the fact that a woman must have quick access to the breast, the dress must hide the metamorphoses that have occurred with the body during pregnancy. Usually dresses have a cut-off waist and a wide skirt, which allows you to hide the stomach and hips after childbirth. The upper part of the dress has a wraparound neckline, a round neckline with an elastic band or a horizontal slit under the bust. The length is usually from two fingers above the knee to the floor. When choosing a dress, it should be borne in mind that a nursing bodice will be worn under it, so a boat neckline is not the best option. Beautiful clothes for moms are good quality fabric.

Blouses and tunics usually sewn from cotton with the addition of elastane. They are equipped with secrets for feeding, allowing you to give the baby a breast without exposing it. The secrets include inner double tops, a cross cut that allows you to lift only the inside of the bodice, leaving the chest covered. Unlike dresses, knitted blouses will be relevant even after the end of feeding, when the breasts take their usual size. This allows a woman to create stylish outfits for several seasons without worrying about buying new things.

Having given birth to a child, a woman is not obliged to abandon the usual style of clothing. If she used to wear sweatshirts and sweatshirts, sweaters, cardigans, as well as capes and hoodies, then she can continue to wear all these things. Moreover, these items can settle in a woman's wardrobe even during pregnancy. Stylish sweatshirt may have several options for "secrets" for feeding: two hidden zippers in the chest darts, a hidden vertical "pocket", a horizontal pocket with Velcro. Cardigans have a very beautiful shape like a cape.

Feeding accessories form an integral part of the wardrobe of a young mother. These include nursing scarves, kangaroo capes, nursing aprons. Scarves are not only practical, but also incredibly stylish. They can be used not only for feeding, but also for everyday wear after the end of lactation. The peculiarity of scarves lies in the easily draped wrinkle-resistant fabric, which retains its original color and shape after numerous washes.

Aprons for feeding - this is a practical accessory, which consists of three layers: the top and bottom layers are cotton, between them is a film. The apron is worn around the neck and hides the baby from prying eyes. At the same time, it can serve not only as a cover, but also protects from rain, can be used as a waterproof diaper in a stroller.

MilkyMama. A Russian brand of clothing for nursing women, which is entirely produced in Russia: from creating models to sewing them at domestic factories.

The models of this brand are distinguished not only by a comfortable cut, but also by the presence of a large number of pockets where you can put things that are indispensable when feeding: napkins, breast pads, a pacifier, etc.

The company focuses on high quality knitwear that does not stretch, warp or shed after numerous washes.

Models are sewn from a hypoallergenic footer, which is well ventilated, but retains heat and removes moisture from the body. Lycra and some polyester are added to it for elasticity and durability. The threads in knitwear are woven in such a way that the cotton is on the wrong side.

Zhu. The brand has its own special "trick" - the top layer of the yoke of blouses and sweatshirts is sewn from eco-leather.This ensures the cleanliness of things: after feeding, it is enough for mom to wipe the jacket with a damp cloth. For the production of things, cotton fabrics with the addition of elastane are used. Nursing fasteners are angled so that mom does not need a scarf or apron to cover her exposed breasts.

I love mom. This brand collaborates with designers from Milan. Its feature is multifunctional clothing, the same models of which are worn by both pregnant and lactating women. All clothing undergoes quality control: from the choice of fabrics to the packaging of finished products. For production, Italian knitwear and imported accessories are used. Fabrics undergo mandatory certification in Russia, all models are given a mandatory guarantee.

Beebeep. Domestic clothing brand for pregnant and nursing mothers, which is distinguished by trendy models and bold color schemes. All clothes are made in Russia, so their prices do not depend on exchange rate fluctuations and the international economic situation. The manufacturer goes to meet the client, any buyer can return the item within 21 days from the date of purchase, without presenting a receipt. All clothes are divided into collections: sports, classic, youth.

Creative mom. This is a Ukrainian clothing brand that produces clothes in its homeland, using natural fabrics for tailoring. The range of the company is quite wide: home clothes, festive, sports style, youth, classic, as well as warm outerwear for mothers.