Find your feel-good fit - Why it’s important to check your breast form fit regularly

Do you remember the last time you checked the fit of your bra? Or checked that you’re still wearing the right size breast form? It’s easy to forget when life is so busy, but it’s really important for your everyday comfort, which of course affects your confidence too.

In fact, a great bra should be something you can forget about, because when your bra is the right size, you won’t find the back rides up or the straps dig in, and there won’t be any gaps at the top of the cup. So when you wear it you’ll just feel supported and somehow right, rather than having it constantly on your mind.

The same is true of your breast form or shaper. You’ll get the best fit, comfort, shape – and did we mention confidence? – when your breast form is the right size, sitting snugly in the cup of your bra.

As one of our lovely customers, Sharon, puts it: “Fit is so much more important than it might seem. When your breast form is a perfect fit, it’s as if your body can relax. Your brain gets the signal that you’re ‘whole’ again, and you feel you can leave behind so many of the anxieties you’ve been carrying around since your breast surgery.”

Getting it right

Your size and shape can change for many reasons, including medication, lifestyle or weight fluctuations. You might also find you prefer to switch up your look sometimes – a soft-cup T-shirt bra for everyday wear, a bandeau style for summer dresses and a gently underwired lace set for a bit of glam from time to time. It’s always a good idea to be sure you’ve got the right size if you’re trying something new.

Breast form technology is continually evolving, too, so check regularly to see what new products are available – you might find there’s a style that would better suit your needs.

So how often should you check your fit? We recommend checking your bra size at least once a year and your breast form every two to three years. While this isn’t too demanding a schedule, it could make a huge difference to the way you feel. And there’s some good news you might not be aware of regarding the availability of replacement breast forms.

A free replacement every two years

Your amoena breast form is made from the highest quality materials and should last for several years. But did you know you can claim a free replacement from your hospital every two years, according to NHS Supply Chain guidelines*? You might even be able to request one earlier if your breast form no longer fits or has been damaged. So there’s no need to put up with something that no longer meets your needs.
Replacement guidelines do differ between hospitals, though, and it’s a good idea to check the process with your breast care team so you know what to do if you feel you need a new breast form.

Save the date

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could ask someone to remind you when to check your breast form fit? Well, now you can.  Simply sign up to our Amoena breast form registry and we’ll send you a reminder either by SMS or email. You can opt out or change your preferences at any time.

And remember, you can request any of our breast forms or shapers when you have your fitting – if the hospital doesn’t have a particular product in stock, they can order it for you and we can even send the product direct to you at home to save an additional appointment. If you would like further information about obtaining a replacement breast form, please speak to your breast care team or contact us on 0345 434 7334.**

* https://www.supplychain.nhs.uk/product-information/contract-launch-brief/external-breast-prostheses-and-associated-products/

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