It’s nice to find more companies making mastectomy bras in an array of pretty colours instead of the usual boring beige, black & white. These pocketed bras are only £28 and matching knickers are £12 from Royce Lingerie (01295 265557) and are available at a selection of Debenham’s stores. Also check out Nicola Jane and Figleaves has some great styles and colours!

Foundation garments - good bras and knickers are essentail to making any garment look it’s best. Most women, about 80% are wearing the wrong size bra, it’s important to get fitted about every six months. Many department stores offer a certified mastectomy fitter to help fit you for your prosthesis and bras from start to finish.