Breast Health

Maintaining a healthy body is a vital part of life. It is important to know your own body and any changes that may occur. These changes should be discussed with your doctor so that the right decision can be made to keep your body healthy.

Dianes Breast Care Tips

• Be vigilant. Conduct a monthly breast self-exam so you become familiar with the look and feel of your breasts.
• Get a free regular mammogram when age or risk appropriate (women 40 years and older).
• Schedule a yearly physical with your physician that includes a clinical breast exam.

Bra Fit

• Ensure that your bra fits properly. We recommend that all women, no matter what their breast size, should wear an underwire bra for added support and the prevention of shoulder and neck tension. Visit our online fitting room for our step-by-step process on fitting a bra - Dianes way.
• Smaller-breasted women should also wear an underwire bra, with a little extra padding, so that the breasts are close together. It's important that the breasts are held firmly in place and do not fall to each side of the body, which can affect breast elasticity.
• For large-breasted women, a proper-fitting underwire bra is also a must. One that fits poorly will place stress on the shoulders and neck and can cause headaches. Make sure the bra is not too big in the back and does not pull down in the front, which can cause overall posture misalignment. Dianes offers a great selection of plus size and full figure bras. For our full selection visit our online store.
  
• Dianes recommends back-closing bras because of the support they provide.
  

Adapt to Change

• Nursing bras should be worn at all times, even during the night, because of the heaviness of the breasts at this time in a woman's life. Dianes carries a wonderful variety of maternity and nursing bras. Visit our online store for our full selection.
• Surgery - Your body, chest and surgery scars need comfort and protection after surgery. You can reduce the risk of back problems, shoulder and neck pains, as well as any overall discomfort with a well-designed and properly fitted mastectomy bra.
• Arthritis - Women with arthritis may opt for a front-closing bra because of the ease of closure. There is a technique for these women to manipulate a back-closing bra, just close the snaps in front, then twist the bra into place.