Best maternity bra for large frame, small bust

[heatherly2475]

What is the best maternity/nursing bra for someone with a large frame (38-40) and a small bust size (A - at least prior to pregnancy)? I'm currently 23 weeks, 39 inches and a B cup, I think. Seems like I heard the Bravado was good. Can anyone suggest others?

[ginalc]

I had the same dilemma (same sizes) and found the Large Bravado fit me pretty good while pregnant. I measured for their medium size, but I had to go up a size from their chart because the elastic was just too tight for me.

Also, I found the cheapo bras from the MotherHood stores in our local malls fit pretty good too. They are all cotton, and run around $14. They work well because the cups are adjustable with eyelet style hooks.

I also found that Leading Lady Nursing Bras and the Medela bras work well, too. Department stores may carry the LL, the Medela I found at our local hospital through the Lactation Consultants.

Another trick I found is to pick up a bra-hook extender. That can provide up to 2 inches more length around the chest.

HTH,

gina, mom to 3