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Acceptance Garments / Re: Push-up bras

« Last post by Justagirl💃 on Today at 08:10:17 AM »

I tried one, but given I only have a very minimal and only partial fold over (pencil tests I still fail) they are forward so PUB dont work.

I'm past the pencil test and can now hold a shampoo bottle in the fold. So push-up bras work great for me. 

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Acceptance Garments / Re: Push-up bras

« Last post by Parity on Today at 07:55:21 AM »

That bra appears to be a great fit and would be very flattering.  I can see that it would give you a very pleasing look with a shirt on.
Well done.

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Acceptance / Re: To show or not to show.

« Last post by Parity on Today at 07:52:15 AM »

It's true. No two bras are exactly the same. This is due to they are hand assembled by a person. The intricate sewing required, a machine is not reliable enough. So the assembly is done by a person sitting at a sewing machine.

Dye colors will also cause a slight difference in fit as well. Black seems to not stretch as much as other colors. It's said that's because of the amount of fabric saturation required to produce the black color is more than the rest, stiffening the fabric.

This is why fitters recommend trying every bra on you are purchasing to be sure that specific bra fits.

  Glad you said that.  I know that's true.  Everyone should keep that in mind when shopping.

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: Hello; newly dealing with this

« Last post by Parity on Today at 07:48:22 AM »

Welcome. Glad you are here and we are here to support you. Feel free to ask questions and I am glad you are less worried, but it still can be a lot to go through.

I have broad shoulders too and thought for years it was normal, I lifted and I too thought it was mostly pectorals (under some fat) as I lifted some and had muscle even though I always had a softer looking body and thought it was just extra weight. I don't know when it actually started but probably somewhere between 25 and 35 - I just wasn't tracking. It turned out in my mid 40s I started to realize I had gradually developed some breast tissue over the years. Now its clear that's the case for me and it's probably been aggrevated by meds I need now that 60 is in the future.

Congratulations on becoming a father, there's a lot of great stuff to look forward to. There's a lot written about how a lot of guys can physically change during their spouses's pregnancy, and I don't think it is well understood so that and your prior condition may be contributors, I am glad to read you got it checked out.  You may have also read TRT can end up contributing to breast tissue, so its possible that may have been a catalyst as once started it can stay in motion even if very slowly.  It could also remediate after your child is born.

Again best of luck and welcome. You'll be surprised how many people you can help because you share your questions or experiences.

  Welcome and I'm glad you are here asking questions. There are no wrong questions and many answers to those asked.  This isn't math with a single always correct answer.  

  I experienced the same health issues you have had and my noticeable change happened later in life.  Looking back there were signs but not to bad.  I have also had thyroid problems for 40 years which I feel is an underlying factor.  Point is we are all different in body makeup, chemistry & environmental things to consider...  

  I was going to say what Midagemoobs2 add here.  It's a real thing and little understood.

  I was your age when I became a father.  It was the best 20 years of my life.  Ha still enjoying it as your always going to be the father they come to but its different.  Make the best of it.  Enjoy it.  relish in the love parenthood brings and let this not become a large force in your life.  If it is a problem and you see where it is causing health concerns delve into it and be your best advocate for answers.  Many of us here just continue to live our best lives without problems.

  cheers mate

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Acceptance / Re: To show or not to show.

« Last post by Johndoe1 on Today at 05:53:41 AM »

It's true. No two bras are exactly the same. This is due to they are hand assembled by a person. The intricate sewing required, a machine is not reliable enough. So the assembly is done by a person sitting at a sewing machine. 

Dye colors will also cause a slight difference in fit as well. Black seems to not stretch as much as other colors. It's said that's because of the amount of fabric saturation required to produce the black color is more than the rest, stiffening the fabric. 

This is why fitters recommend trying every bra on you are purchasing to be sure that specific bra fits. 

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: Hello; newly dealing with this

« Last post by Midagemoobs2 on Today at 02:09:53 AM »

Welcome. Glad you are here and we are here to support you. Feel free to ask questions and I am glad you are less worried, but it still can be a lot to go through.

I have broad shoulders too and thought for years it was normal, I lifted and I too thought it was mostly pectorals (under some fat) as I lifted some and had muscle even though I always had a softer looking body and thought it was just extra weight. I don't know when it actually started but probably somewhere between 25 and 35 - I just wasn't tracking. It turned out in my mid 40s I started to realize I had gradually developed some breast tissue over the years. Now its clear that's the case for me and it's probably been aggrevated by meds I need now that 60 is in the future.

Congratulations on becoming a father, there's a lot of great stuff to look forward to. There's a lot written about how a lot of guys can physically change during their spouses's pregnancy, and I don't think it is well understood so that and your prior condition may be contributors, I am glad to read you got it checked out.  You may have also read TRT can end up contributing to breast tissue, so its possible that may have been a catalyst as once started it can stay in motion even if very slowly.  It could also remediate after your child is born.

Again best of luck and welcome. You'll be surprised how many people you can help because you share your questions or experiences.

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Acceptance / Re: To show or not to show.

« Last post by Busty on Yesterday at 11:05:46 PM »

Sister sizes 

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Acceptance Garments / Re: Push-up bras

« Last post by Busty on Yesterday at 11:04:36 PM »

The bra looks great on you

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Acceptance Garments / Re: Push-up bras

« Last post by OldSlowAndRound on Yesterday at 07:58:18 PM »

So far I only have one push-up bra.  It’s comfortable and does a pretty decent job of collecting what I have and giving me a more together look.

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Gynecomastia Talk / Re: Hello; newly dealing with this

« Last post by WPW717 on Yesterday at 03:20:41 PM »

Welcome aboard,

The breast pain is notable. At the start of my blossoming I picked up a box & the corner poked me significantly in the left breast. Pain was stunning & took my breath away for  more than a few seconds. I empathize & sympathize.

I had no knowledge of what was going on at the time. In a short time later the nipples and breast tenderness grew and so did the breasts. The lab work began to roller coaster & then a series of diagnoses that ultimately proved wrong. It took a long while to figure out the real cause. It is rare, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia. There are many here whose path to gynecomastia is highly varied. 

You will find that the docs are many times mystified by our presentation & especially when the labs are mostly normal.

Stay on the course to get them to answer the why of this situation. It could be idiopathic or indicative of a serious problem with other consequences. ( me, I developed osteoporosis )

In the meantime stick around the forum for support, there are many great people here with great ideas & support. I found the forum exceptionally helpful & useful.