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Best bra for nurses

I am wondering if anyone knows the best bra to wear while working.

I wear regular bras from Victoria's Secret but they are slightly uncomfortable while moving around and walking around. The straps sometimes come off from my shoulders.

Should I wear sports bras? I like supportive and comfortable full-cover bras.

Please let me know if you know anything! Thank you.

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    Random internet stranger cannot answer your underwear questions.

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    It's like the questions we get here about the most comfortable shoes. Everyone's body is different. What's comfortable for me might not be comfortable for you, and vice versa. Trying a wide variety of bras and seeing what styles are most comfortable for you is probably your best bet.

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    elkpark said:
    It's like the questions we get here about the most comfortable shoes. Everyone's body is different. What's comfortable for me might not be comfortable for you, and vice versa. Trying a wide variety of bras and seeing what styles are most comfortable for you is probably your best bet.

    You forgot "Should I have a baby now or later?"

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    I understand, but I wondered if there is any "go-to" bra brands for nurses, just like Dansko for shoes.

    I am new RN in the unit and somehow feel easy to ask this kind of question to "random internet strangers" than my co-workers (because I'm shy...). I think I will look for some sports bra. Thank you!

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    Didn't your nursing program cover this subject?

    What is happening to our educational system in America?

    :no:

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    I'm sorry these people are being so rude to you.

    Personally I like sports bras because I like to hold the girls tight to me (lol) while I'm working so I don't have to worry about straps or anything. That's just what I'm most comfortable in! I feel like too much is hanging out otherwise!

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    BdgrRN said:
    I'm sorry these people are being so rude to you.

    Personally I like sports bras because I like to hold the girls tight to me (LOL) while I'm working so I don't have to worry about straps or anything. That's just what I'm most comfortable in! I feel like too much is hanging out otherwise!

    No one is being rude - just pointing out the impracticality of asking strangers for underwear advice. On the internet. Think about that.

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    BdgrRN said:
    I'm sorry these people are being so rude to you.

    Personally I like sports bras because I like to hold the girls tight to me (LOL) while I'm working so I don't have to worry about straps or anything. That's just what I'm most comfortable in! I feel like too much is hanging out otherwise!

    Thank you for your kind comment and advice! Yes, I like tight one too. I am looking at some good sports bras online and hopefully will find "the one" soon. Thank you again for your time, BdgrRN!

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    BdgrRN said:
    I'm sorry these people are being so rude to you.

    Personally I like sports bras because I like to hold the girls tight to me (LOL) while I'm working so I don't have to worry about straps or anything. That's just what I'm most comfortable in! I feel like too much is hanging out otherwise!

    How was I rude?

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    I have worked with probably upwards of 500 nurses in the past ten years and have never once discussed bra choice with any of them. No, there is not a "go-to bra" for nurses. You don't have to gravitate towards specific brands of anything just because you're a nurse. Danskos are not de rigueur, either. Wear whatever you find comfortable with your particular anatomy.

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    I think you should just forego the bra. Let them swing free and clear. Your (male) patients and colleagues will love you.

    From a (very) dirty old man who can't believe this is a real question.

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    I wear sports bras because they are most comfortable when moving around a lot, I don't really have a specific brand in mind but any sports bra can do

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