Eileen wrote:
>I recall a paragraph about a breast sling in an older book written for mothers---It recommended a piece of ribbing fabric, the kind found in the neck of turtleneck sweaters and using it to hold up the breast.  In the office I often use a tensor bandage for the same purpose.   Who said "Plus ca change, plus c'est le meme chose"?   <

I have found that long scarves work well too - the thin, silky kind,
not the heavy winter woolens. I have also been know to tear a strip
from an old, worn but clean, sheet that I keep for this very purpose.

norma, using things up and wearing things out before buying
single-purpose gadgets.

Norma Ritter, IBCLC, RLC
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