A sleep bra is a soft, non-wired undergarment worn overnight to provide comfort and support to large-breasted women, those who have had breast surgery, pregnant or nursing women, and for modesty. They are made of soft fibers and have molded cups, wide shoulder straps, and a soft band. They are similar to lightweight sports bras but have a softer fabric and lighter support. They generally do not fasten in the back and are categorized by general sizes rather than band and cup size.
A sleep bra is a piece of undergarment worn overnight to protect and support the breasts during sleep. These bras are usually made of soft fibers with a smooth construction that makes them more comfortable to sleep in than a day bra. Also called leisure bras, sleep bras are non-wired, the metal piece providing support at the base of many daytime bra cups, but often have molded fabric cups. Typically, molded cups provide gentle support and are stretchy rather than firm. The cups generally do not have any padding or support panels.
Most of the time, this type of bra is worn to provide comfort and support for a large-breasted woman, in addition to what her nightwear provides. Sometimes patients who have had recent surgery in the breast area can wear the bras. This type of bra, called a surgical sleep bra, provides support to the area that aids healing and is commonly worn after plastic surgery. Pregnant or nursing women can also use one to help them deal with the enlarged breast area that often comes with pregnancy. These bras can also be worn to cover the breasts for additional modesty in co-sleeping situations.
A sleep bra is usually made of cotton mixed with a stretchy synthetic fiber, such as elastane, which is also known as spandex. This creates a fabric that has elastic support but is soft to the touch. Some bras are made with only synthetic fibers, ditching cotton in favor of soft microfiber nylon with spandex. Overall, it features wide shoulder straps, gently shaping cups, and a soft band that provides gentle support without causing tightness or pinching.
The soft and flexible sleep bra has many similarities to a lightweight sports bra, but generally has a softer fabric and lighter support. Sleep bra-shaped cups help keep the breasts in place while lying down, which can provide comfort for a large-breasted woman in more sleeping positions. These bras generally do not fasten in the back to avoid creating discomfort for back sleepers. In contrast, the bra usually has a clasp in the front, between the cups, or no clasp at all. These bras are a different size than daytime bras, often categorized by general sizes, such as small, medium, and large, rather than by a band and cup size.
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