I find this idea somewhat confusing.  I have seldom seen a woman with large
breasts that had small areolas.  In my mind, you would need to cut at least
a 2" hole at the end of a bra.  Also, would it not be very uncomfortable for
the edge of the fabric to be cutting into the breast?  Is it  your
experience that this works better than a well-fitted nursing bra, for
supporting the breast?
Just curious, you can email me privately if you want.
Lu Bush
RNC,IBCLC
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Sharon Knorr" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2000 5:08 PM


> One trick to use with really large breasts is for mom to cut a fairly
small hole out of the ends of a regular, well-fitted bra, just large enough
for the nipple, areola and small amount of breast tissue to protrude
through.  This keeps the rest of the breast away from the baby's face and
gives mom more control.

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