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[quote=Anonymous][b]1. For those who did EBF, how many bras and nursing tanks did you have? [/b]I have 2 tanks and 2 underwire bras. I also bought a sleep bra. We end up doing laundry almost every day bc we have a spitter-upper, but Im considering getting more tanks/ sleep bras. 
[b]2. Did you have different bras for night time and for during the day?[/b] I didnt wear one at night at first but then I started leaking, so I wore the sleep bra at night to hold the pads in place bc otherwise I was sleeping in a wet tshirt. I also wear the tanks to sleep regularly. 
[b]3. For the moms with a larger chest (pre-pregnant in the 36E range), how much bigger did you get? Thus far I have been able to stick with most of the bras I was using before getting pregnant but they aren’t breastfeeding ones so I will get new ones. [/b]  
[b]4. What brands work best for that size and will I have to order them online?[/b] Sorry, I cant help you with these two!
[b]5. Did you buy breastfeeding bras before the baby was born/do you recommend I have a couple to start with and then add to them?[/b] I bought one of each to have in the hospital, but only wore the tank there.  I wanted to make sure I had something but didnt want to have too much if it didnt fit.  The bra actually ended up being too small but I did wear the tank in the hospital. I bought more once my milk came in and I knew the size better. 
[b]6. Any advice on what to expect when transitioning from EBF to a combo of pumping and breast feeding?[/b] I was surprised when I started pumping 5x/ day (4 at work and 1 at home) at the discomfort for the first few days, but it subsides, just like the pain from nursing does.  
[b]7. Anything important I am not asking that I should know? [/b] Even if you see a Lactation Consultant in the hospital, I would go after the baby is born to a center or group.  Where are you located?  Shady Grove has a free B.E.S.T. group a few days a week in Rockville that I found really helpful. They will check your latch and you can talk to other moms for tips, ask questions, etc. Especially great when you are just getting started to have that extra support.  Breastfeeding is harder that I expected it to be at first. I almost quit on day 4 and Im so glad I stuck it out, but I wouldnt have been able to do it without support. Good Luck!
 
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