Bra Fitting After Mastectomy: A Pro Explains What Actually Works

If your bra gaps at the armpit, digs under the wire, or the band rides up after mastectomy, the problem is usually the shape of the bra — not your body. In this video, bra fit expert Kimmay Caldwell explains what actually changes after reconstruction and how to find a bra that fits. What we cover together: What to look for in the band, straps, cups and fabric, and why each one matters Underwire versus no underwire — and why a high-profile implant can sometimes do better with a wire Why your surgeon talks in cc's while the fitting room talks in cup sizes, and how to stop letting one letter decide how you feel What implant profile means for fit, and why a minimizer bra can gap on a high-profile implant When reconstruction results are not what you hoped for, and what a bra can and cannot do How fitting changes with flap reconstruction, and with a prosthesis The instincts that quietly work against us in the fitting room, and one thing to do before your first try-on Kimmay Caldwell is a bra fit expert, educator, and the founder of Hurray Kimmay. Her whole approach is built on education and inclusivity — helping women feel confident and comfortable in the body they have now. This conversation is for anyone preparing for surgery, years past it, or somewhere in the middle, whether you have implants, flap reconstruction, or wear a prosthesis. Connect with Kimmay Instagram:   / hurraykimmay   Free fit guide: https://hurraykimmay.com/FreeFit Find your bra size: https://hurraykimmay.com/BraSize YouTube:    / @hurraykimmay   In the bra series: Why Old Bras Don't Work After Mastectomy Finding the Right Everyday Bra Mastectomy Bra Fitting: Fit Problems and What to Look For More from Becoming Beautifully Built: honest conversations about mastectomy, reconstruction and recovery — I'm Wendy, an oncology nurse of 30 years and a breast cancer survivor, walking beside you through every question. This video is educational and is not medical advice. Some of what we talk about is personal, so if you are unsure what is comfortable or safe for your body, your clinical team is the right place to ask — and a breast physical therapist can help you sort out what feels good as you get back to everyday movement.