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To be completely honest, I’m usually running for a sweater when the purolator guy comes to my door {like this morning!} so I don’t show through the top I’m wearing while lounging around the house braless! I haven’t been lucky enough to find “that” bra. My mom has and she’s worn the same brand and style for years with no complaints. I’ve had nothing but problems with bras including nursing bras but when I was introduced to Bravado a little while back, I was an immediate fan and finally understood what a proper bra is supposed to do and feel like! All improper sizing problems aside there are still comfort issues related to poor design, cheap fabrics, etc. I’ve found that when it comes to nursing bras, you definitely get what you pay for since the use and abuse that a nursing bra goes through is nothing like our regular bras – you’re constantly clasping, unclasping, washing, drying, putting on, taking off and all this leaves a nursing bra pretty vulnerable and open to problems. This is exactly why you need high quality materials AND designs to keep your bras performing, feeling and looking amazing.

bravadonewstyles BRAVADOI featured Bravado on Natural Mommie back at the end of August and they’re back again with a brand new style called The Allure Underwire Nursing Bra that was just released that has breastfeeding mommies oooohing and ahhhhing! Finally, we’re seeing gorgeous, feminine lingerie that is still comfortable and functional. Now before you shake your head at the idea of an underwire, I’ll let you know that the Allure Underwire Nursing Bra was designed alongside lactation consultants and the focus for this bra wasn’t just to make it pretty. It’s actually designed with breast health in mind and features a smooth cup made of molded spacer fabric {for breathability and stretch}, a unique wire channel {for support and optimal breast health} and a double cup feature to expand and contract with your changing shape over the months. This bra is not recommended for use right off the hop. It’s better suited for you once your breastfeeding routine has been well established at around 6-8 weeks post partum and it’s not for sleeping in. Follow these guidelines and it is possible to wear an underwire while nursing to get the support you need. The Allure bra is available in black and ivory AND is sizes 34B/C up to 38F/G and there are matching panties to complete your look.
Allure Black 170x200 BRAVADO

For review, I went with The Allure in black. It’s such a great bra to have while in the later months of pregnancy because the lightly padded cups stretch and grow with you and will continue to stretch and contract as your milk fluctuates. One thing I absolutely despise about some nursing bras is how high they are in the center. I love scoop neck tops and it’s just not possible with some nursing bras. A low center is a feature of the Allure bra that I noticed right away! Also the sides are lace which makes the bra really feminine and pretty. Bravado thoughtfully covered the lace with a thin layer of mesh so it’s not itchy or irritating on sensitive skin. I’m SO happy with this bra…it’s become a staple for me already. Once the baby is a couple months old, I’ll bring it back out to enjoy for the rest of my breastfeeding career and maybe feel a little bit … {gasp!!} … sexy??

Bravado is currently running their own Nursing Lingerie Collection Giveaway {$175 value!}. Here is the link for the Canadian contest and the US contest. And of course Bravado loves the breastfeeding Natural Mommie readers so they have a special giveaway for you alone!
{ the giveaway }

One lucky reader will receive the Allure Bra in your choice of color and size! ARV $59.50
{ to enter }

Visit Bravado and tell me what other pieces you would love to try!

{ extra entries }

  • Enter either the Canadian or US Bravado contest I mentioned above
  • Become a fan of Natural Mommie on facebook
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  • Follow @naturalmommie and @bravadodesigns on twitter and ReTweet this giveaway {can be retweeted daily – leave me the links} RT @naturalmommie & @bravadodesigns #giveaway Win a gorgeous ALLURE UNDERWIRE BRA {$59.50} Sizes B-G! Ends Oct 17th http://tiny.cc/XICae
Closes October 17th at 8pm MST. Open to Canadian and US readers.
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About Amanda

I'm Amanda. I started Natural Mommie in 2009 and have been turning mommies from eco-weak to eco-chic ever since! Having an intense addiction to sparkly pink strawberry flavored lipgloss and never claiming to be perfectly green I vowed to not give up my hip mama self once I became a mom and wanted to bring a little more organic into my life. My closet still isn’t full of organic cotton and bamboo, but it’s getting there!

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