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• jojo

  

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  August 24, 2012 4:51:26 PM WATime

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  What brand does everyone else wear? And where did you buy it from?
  
  I'm looking for a really comfy bra as I am sick of these supposed 'soft' cups that are scratchy and dig into my scar and make me uncomfortable, or don't fit properly because my boobs are different sizes.  I find I am just getting home and ripping it off and going without because of this. 
  
  I look forward to your comments!
  
  xx Jo

  Dx May 2005 aged 25, Triple Negative, 25mmx18mmx20mm grade 3 invasive atypical medullary tumour, Axillary Clearance 1/15 lymph nodes positive (sentinal node only), Lumpectomy, Chemotherapy (FEC), Radiotherapy, LB only, now Mama to Patrick born 12/6/2013.

• Michelle19

  

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  August 24, 2012 11:43:42 PM WATime

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  Hi jojo, at my Encore Group today a lovely lady came to talk to us and show samples of great bras especially designed with women who have undergone breast surgery. The business is called 'femme de femme' PH: 9355 5444, they are located at Suite 23/ 328 Albany Highway, Victoria Park. The bra's were really soft, looked and felt super comfortable. Not too expensive, I will definetly be going to this shop when I am ready for a new bra.
• AliB

  

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  August 25, 2012 3:55:22 PM WATime

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  Hi Jo. I got my Berlei bra - post op bra for breast cancer patients - from the Bra Bar in Perth. I think it's a chain. I got mine in Joondalup. Very comfortable and non scratchy and a good fit. I also like the way you can undo it at the front if you need too. Good luck Alison xxx

  47 year old mother of 2 girls - 12 and 15. DX May 2011, 3cm HER2+ grade 3 tumour. Hormone receptor positive. Lumpectomy, nodes clear and clear margins. AC chemo x 4, Taxol/herceptin x12 weeks, 7 weeks radiotherapy. Herceptin until October 2012.

• AliB

  

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  August 25, 2012 3:56:11 PM WATime

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  By the way it was about $45-50 not sure of the exact price xx

  47 year old mother of 2 girls - 12 and 15. DX May 2011, 3cm HER2+ grade 3 tumour. Hormone receptor positive. Lumpectomy, nodes clear and clear margins. AC chemo x 4, Taxol/herceptin x12 weeks, 7 weeks radiotherapy. Herceptin until October 2012.

• AliB

  

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  August 25, 2012 3:57:39 PM WATime

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  I should have bought 2! I wear mine all the time even now 14 months after my op. xxx

  47 year old mother of 2 girls - 12 and 15. DX May 2011, 3cm HER2+ grade 3 tumour. Hormone receptor positive. Lumpectomy, nodes clear and clear margins. AC chemo x 4, Taxol/herceptin x12 weeks, 7 weeks radiotherapy. Herceptin until October 2012.

• Sandi

  

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  August 25, 2012 4:09:18 PM WATime

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  I still wear my post-op Berlei more than any other. I do have a couple of Hestia wire free ones but they aren't as soft or as comfy ...

  45 YO wife & mother. DX Nov 2011 aged 42, 17mm grade 3 IDC ER+ PR+ 6/14 lymph nodes +, wide local excision followed by right axillary clearance 23/11/11. 3 x FEC then 3 x Docetaxil, 6 weeks rads finished June 2012 & now 5 yrs Tamoxifen.

• trishac

  

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  August 25, 2012 8:05:43 PM WATime

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  I find Triumph bras really comfy Jo, took me ages to find one that I don't want to rip off the moment I put it on lol
• jojo

  

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  August 26, 2012 2:00:04 PM WATime

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  Thanks guys, now I need to go shopping and try on some different ones :)

  Dx May 2005 aged 25, Triple Negative, 25mmx18mmx20mm grade 3 invasive atypical medullary tumour, Axillary Clearance 1/15 lymph nodes positive (sentinal node only), Lumpectomy, Chemotherapy (FEC), Radiotherapy, LB only, now Mama to Patrick born 12/6/2013.

• SueB

  

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  August 26, 2012 2:04:54 PM WATime

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  I go to specialist bra fitters and buy what fits.

  69yr old Mother of 2 adult daughters and I have 6 g/kids. Diagnosed November 2014 with reoccurring BC.  The journey continues..

• Glenys

  

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  October 24, 2012 11:06:07 AM WATime

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  Bit more info ...
  
  Specialist Post Breast Surgery Fitters in Perth are:
  
  >> Breast Care WA - (Angela)
  Tel: 1300 791 137; (08) 9361 1300
  website: www.breastcarewa.com.au
  location: 31 Teddington Rd, Burswood
  
  >> femme de femme (Lorraine)
  Tel: (08) 9355 5444 or 0433 190 066
  website: www.femmedefemme.com
  location: Suite 23, 328 Albany Hwy, Victoria Park
  
  >> Four Seasons (Carillon City)
  Tel: (08) 9322 2907
  website: www.fourseasonslingerieandswimwear.com.au
  location: Upper Hay St level, Carillon City, Perth
  
  Other fitting services in Perth city are: David Jones Hay St city store (08 9210 4000) & Myer city store - (08 9265 5600).
  WA Country locations: Albany - Satin & Lace (08 9841 1606), Lingerie on York (08 9842 2777); Bunbury - La Femme (08 9791 8651); Geraldton (08 9964 4277); Mandurah - Nite Magic Lingerie (08 9535 3026); Port Kennedy - Bratown (08 95934210).
  
  For more information or locations in other states, your local breast care nurse, support organisation or the Cancer Council (131120) would be able to help.
  
  For anyone requiring a breast prosthesis or 'bra-filler' - there is a government medicare rebate available on the purchase cost - discuss with fitters or view info at: http://www.cancerwa.asn.au/resources/2009-11-03-breast-protheses-brochure.pdf
  Info booklet on prosthesis: http://www.cancercouncil.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Can094-BreastProsthesis_Cover+Booklet_lo-website_June11.pdf
  
  Cheers, Glenys (Click Breast Care Nurse) xx

  The Click Breast Care Nurse 

• Glenys

  

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  December 5, 2012 11:35:54 AM WATime

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  Anyone who isn't aware of the post-surgery Berlei bra provided for free (retail price ~$49.95), this bra is made available in a 'My Care Kit' through the Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and Berlei (see http://www.berlei.com.au/in-the-community ), and may be ordered by a health care professional registered with the program (usually your local Breast Care Nurse).
  The bra has front and back opening, no underwires, and many ladies comment is very comfortable. It also has 'pockets' in each cup to insert a temporary/permanent prosthesis or 'bra filler' - and a soft-form bra-filler is provided if required.
  If you are not able to obtain a bra though a local health care professional, please message me and I will arrange for one for you.
  Cheers, Glenys xx

  The Click Breast Care Nurse