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Mastectomy Support Nurturing you through your post-mastectomy journey and beyond.

It’s also a powerful reminder to schedule your screenings, check in with your body, and share awareness with the ones yo...
10/26/2026

It’s also a powerful reminder to schedule your screenings, check in with your body, and share awareness with the ones you love.

Together, we can make early detection a habit and hope a reality.💕

Here's to redefining life and style on your own terms. 💕🤍
10/23/2026

Here's to redefining life and style on your own terms. 💕🤍

Every day doesn't mean giving 💯! Listen to your body and what it needs in each moment. 💕
10/21/2026

Every day doesn't mean giving 💯!

Listen to your body and what it needs in each moment. 💕

After breast surgery, one of the most common questions we hear is: "When can I finally wear a normal bra again?"The tran...
10/20/2026

After breast surgery, one of the most common questions we hear is: "When can I finally wear a normal bra again?"

The transition from clinical compression garments to everyday lingerie happens in stages:

Weeks 1–6 (Early Healing): Your chest wall and surgical incisions need seamless, front-closure compression to minimize swelling and support drainage sites. Rigid wires, tight elastic, and reaching behind your back are strictly off-limits.

Weeks 6–8+ (With Clearance): Once surgical drains are out, incisions have fully closed, and your surgeon gives you the green light, you can transition into everyday pocketed post-mastectomy bras.

Underwire Guidelines: Traditional underwires can rub against delicate scar tissue or interfere with lymphatic flow. Most fitters recommend wire-free styles or specialized, flexible low-profile wires designed specifically for post-surgical bodies.

Healing isn't a race. Giving your skin and nerves time to settle ensures maximum comfort when you do step into your new wardrobe

No age, no background, no gender is off-limits. Breast cancer doesn't discriminate, so neither should awareness.
10/16/2026

No age, no background, no gender is off-limits. Breast cancer doesn't discriminate, so neither should awareness.

How well do you know your breasties? 👀💗Knowing what's normal for YOU is one of the simplest ways to catch changes early....
10/14/2026

How well do you know your breasties? 👀💗

Knowing what's normal for YOU is one of the simplest ways to catch changes early. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, take a few minutes to check in and watch for:

- A new lump or thickening in the breast or underarm
- Changes in size, shape, or symmetry
- Dimpling, puckering, or redness of the skin
- Ni**le changes, like turning inward or unusual discharge
- Pain or swelling that doesn't go away

Notice something new? Call your doctor. And don't skip your regular screenings, no matter how busy you are! 🩺

When you are facing a mastectomy, one of the most significant decisions is whether to reconstruct or choose aesthetic fl...
10/12/2026

When you are facing a mastectomy, one of the most significant decisions is whether to reconstruct or choose aesthetic flat closure. A common worry quietly searched in late-night forums is: "Will I regret going flat?"

For many, choosing to remain flat means a simpler surgical recovery, freedom from future revision surgeries, and an active, unencumbered lifestyle. For others, external prostheses offer a flexible middle ground, letting you create any silhouette you want in clothes without additional reconstructive procedures.

There is no single "right" path. Wholeness isn't defined by having breast mounds; it is about choosing what brings you the greatest peace, safety, and comfort in your body. Whatever path you choose, specialized support garments, lightweight forms, and caring communities are here to support you every step of the way.

Taking control never goes out of fashion! 👏👏
10/08/2026

Taking control never goes out of fashion! 👏👏

Support that meets you right where you are!You don’t have to navigate breast cancer or post-mastectomy healing alone. Jo...
10/06/2026

Support that meets you right where you are!

You don’t have to navigate breast cancer or post-mastectomy healing alone. Join our free, compassionate wellness support circles this October, either online or in person.

Virtual (Via Zoom):
📆 Dates: Oct 7 & 21
⏰ Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM (PST)

In-Person (Poulsbo Boutique)
📆 Dates: Oct 14 & 28
⏰ Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: 19410 8th Ave NE, Suite 103, Poulsbo

Whether newly diagnosed, recovering, or years into survivorship, all are welcome.

Tap the link to reserve your spot! 💗
https://bit.ly/4ghRdai

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we're starting it the way we always show up: with support! 💗Every survivor...
10/01/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we're starting it the way we always show up: with support! 💗

Every survivor has a story. Some are just beginning, some are deep in treatment, and some are learning to feel at home in their bodies again after surgery. Wherever you are, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Our certified fitters offer private, compassionate post-mastectomy fittings for breast forms, bras, and compression garments, so you can feel comfortable and confident in your next chapter.

Share this post with someone whose story deserves support! 💕

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