I got reprimanded at work for not using a bra !

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Something happened to me at Wednesday that i thought i would never hear.

I was told by my team leader that bouncing breasts are very inappropriate in the workplace.

There had been several complains on me for a long time (she claims).

And that i from now on, always had to use a bra.

Was she right to correct me like that, should i complain on her ?

Specializes in SRNA.
With all this talk, I went out, got measured, was wearing the wrong size, but no more!! I'm sending the retired bras to Good Will.

See? This thread is providing a valuable public service!

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LOL! I have to say, all of the guy comments on here, even the humerous ones, have been remarkably restrained, considering the topic. I didn't find the comments sexist, per se. Most straight guys love the ol' mammaries. Starts when they're babies and lasts until they're 100.

:lol2:

I wouldn't say it's just straight guys. My partner on the ambulance is as gay as a maypole, and he's quite the fan too.

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Specializes in L&D.

No, it's not appropriate that she had to ask you to wear a bra. You should do that without being asked.

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Specializes in Family Practice and Primary Care.
LOL! I have to say, all of the guy comments on here, even the humerous ones, have been remarkably restrained, considering the topic. I didn't find the comments sexist, per se. Most straight guys love the ol' mammaries. Starts when they're babies and lasts until they're 100.

:lol2:

You mean, we actually quit loving them at 100? :cry:

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LOL. I don't think I would have told anyone that.

I even have a special bra I wear -- a super supportive Champion sports bra that has been donned the name "The Code Bra." No bouncing no matter HOW vigorous your chest compressions are.

Unless you can get away with duct tape, bras are non-negotiable.

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Specializes in cardiac/critical care/ informatics.

This is an interesting thread.

I don't use my bra I wear it, and it comes off the minute I am home, I am a 38DD and wouldn't dream of going outside my house without it, especially to work. I too wonder if isn't a joke, but it gave us a lot of entertainment.

The poster mentioned it could be a cultural difference, I have family that lives in Canada and I have visited Canada and there isn't that much difference. It is just professional to wear appropriate under wear and clothing to work.

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Specializes in ED, ICU, PACU.
My reason for not wearing one, is that i get very easy shoulder pain

from the bra straps :crying2: . It's not to get attention !

Playtex sels a type that has wide straps lined with gel padding-really cuts down the pressure on the shoulders. A strapless bra is also an option, too.

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Playtex sels a type that has wide straps lined with gel padding-really cuts down the pressure on the shoulders. A strapless bra is also an option, too.

I have never found a strapless that actually works, the few I've worn I might has well have not worn one at all, they just head south with everything else.

I'll have to look for those champion's though

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Uhm... So where do you work? :)

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I have nothing new to add..everything has already been said..Just wanted to say that this thread is hilarious and bsn09 comments are priceless..:yeah::bugeyes::lol2:

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Specializes in Telemetry, Case Management.

Go to Lane Bryant even if you aren't a "bigger" woman. They sell great strapless bras. They give excellent support and no straps to hurt you!!!

I, like the OP, had a problem with severe neck and upper back/shoulder pain. I switched to their Cacique brand strapless :heartbeatand have thrown away ALL of my strapped bras. :D

I wear them on a daily basis to work, church, shopping, yard work. Very comfortable (although I do yank them off the instant I know I'm home for the night -- along with my socks and shoes, all three are items I WISH I didn't need to wear).

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Specializes in Acute Care.

42DDD here.

How can you NOT wear a bra? I'm only 24 and if I dont wear a bra, I break a toe!

By the way, I highly recommend Lane Bryant, too

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