Then the Boobs Come Out

Many people know a sign of pregnancy is growth. Growth in the tummy and growth in the chest. So, is that a good thing? I mean, what is Christina Aguillera now? An E? Personally, I was just fine with my chest size. You can't get much bigger without crossing into fake for me...but no, 32DD wasn't big enough (thats 34D for the standard bra manufacturers). So, last night Evan clearly pointed out to me that they are officially huge and they hurt like hell. What happens when my body moves into breast feeding mode? They will get HUGE, and I can't even do anything about it! It's not like I'll have the rest of the body to go with them! But getting knocked up can come with its challenges, and it's time to move from the sexy part of my Victoria's Secret wardrobe (trust me, there are plenty...) and move to the practical side. I've decided to pass my knowledge on to all of you. This isn't just for the pregnant girls either. It's for anyone looking for the right practical and comfortable bra. The ladies on my pregnancy message board have told me I was pretty handy with this subject.

Well, one of the problems with boobs getting bigger is that the start to get heavier too. If you aren't used to the extra weight, what do you do? Let's face it, pregnancy is one of the first steps towards that sag we joke so much about. Also, the demi cup is not your friend when they're growing so quickly or when they are just a little extra round.

Victoria's Secret's Full Coverage Uplift bra has saved my bra wardrobe. The full coverage cup is my new best friend. The uplift part doesn't push me out so there's "love handles" on my breasts when I put on a bra. That's a little tacky to see through a shirt after all. The uplift just gives me that extra support that I need to keep the weight off. When they break down your pregnancy weight gain, no one ever factors in the extra 2 to 5 pounds on your chest! This is also a great bra for all of you bigger chested people. Don't be fooled. This pushup doesn't push up, it holds up. It provides the best support I've ever found.

But hey, I'm in college, and for now, at least, someone might see the bra, so I don't want all my bras to be mom-bras, right? And for all you older women, who does it hurt that you try to be a little sexy too? For all of you ladies, I love my Victoria's Secret Angel's Air Pushup bra. It's like a full coverage cup on a sexy bra. There is lace detailing and it's cute. The air push up instead of heavy padding feels much more natural to me, and I don't feel quite so old when I wear it.

So, there's my bra advice. Also, when they start to get bigger in one cup size but they're too small for the next size up, never underestimate the power of the sister size. Bras are made proportionally so moving up a band size might seem dumb if you're on the smallest hook of your size already, but the cups get slightly bigger, and it usually makes up for the difference. Always ask about the sister size. Up a band, down a cup. And please, ladies, GET MEASURED PROFESSIONALLY!!! You can just walk into any Victoria's Secret or Dillards and ask to be measured. You don't have to buy anything. Just because your Wal-Mart bra fits in one size, a high quality bra will last you longer and will fit totally different. I only buy from Victoria's Secret because I'm comfortable with their sizing, but lots of people feel that way about several stores. Just remember, you get what you pay for, and 75% of women are settling for a bra that fits "OK." Demand better. Demand the best bra you've ever worn. Be comfortable. You deserve it.

PGee [is putting her feet up today]