Bra sizing after a mastectomy can be challenging. Elemental is there to help you find the right size. Dr. Constance M. Chen, a board-certified plastic surgeon and breast reconstruction specialist based in New York City, said that when shopping for postoperative undergarments, which are often covered by insurance, it’s important to take breast swelling into consideration. A bra that might fit well in the operating room might become too tight as you heal.

Most heated bras are made from polyester or cotton spandex, and can be made in different styles and colors. For women, electric heating bras are stylish and they are a popular choice among men. How to wear heated bras? The bra comes with matching shorts, but is not being offered for general sale. Instead the set is being viewed as a prototype product, the first step towards mass-producing eco-friendly clothing.

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Regardless of whether you go for nylon, polyester, or cotton, you’ll want to find a bra that has some stretch to allow for movement and comfort (there’s nothing worse than feeling hot and constricted in a bra). Look for fabric blends that have high percentages of elastane, which might also go by the name spandex or the trademarked name Lycra. The reasons for undergoing a mastectomy or any breast-related surgery are as varied as the individuals who have them. For Sharon Wieser, a 3-year post-op patient, having a prophylactic double mastectomy at the age of 45 meant potentially saving her from developing breast cancer due to a genetic predisposition.

Promising review: " This bra is so dang comfortable! The first day I got it, I tried it on and ended up sleeping in it. I didn't even realize I had it on until the morning! I brought it to wear to work (I work at a horse barn, so lots of moving and heavy lifting in all types of weather). It was 95 degrees and my upper body didn't sweat nearly as much as it usually does with other bras. I'm not sure if I would wear it when it's cold since it's pretty thin, but I'll be wearing more layers in the cold anyway so it'd probably be fine. Highly recommend!" – Emma

The LuxeLift Pullover Bra from Knix is your solution for all-day comfort and full coverage. Made with a combination of nylon and spandex, this pullover bra straddles the line between comfortable and supportive. It's snug like your favorite tank, but unlike most tanks, it comes with extra lift and holds in all the right places. According to one reviewer: “I was dubious at first that this would feel like anything other than a sports bra. But the fabric is so incredibly soft and there is no elastic to dig in and cause discomfort. This bra is lightweight, supportive, and comfy enough to wear day or night!” Mastectomies leave too little fat to insulate an implant and keep it at body temperature. This means in the winter, or in an air-conditioned office, women with implant reconstruction are often uncomfortably cold,” said Kristen Carbone, CEO and Founder of Brilliantly. “My own preventative mastectomy and reconstruction provided me with peace of mind, but it also had an unexpected impact on my life. Today, I am excited to announce a solution to help women like me feel comfortable in any environment.”