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Bodies and Souls: The Century Project ,
photography by Frank Cordelle (Heureka Productions, 2006)A nude photographic journey of women’s bodies from birth to 94. Not just about breasts but a celebration of the true beauty of every woman, no matter her shape or size. |
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Breasts: Our Most Public Private Parts, Meema Spadola
(Wildcat Canyon Press, 1998) Based on the author’s video documentary, this book features women's personal stories about their breasts (see below). |
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Breasts: The Women’s Perspective on an American Obsession,
Carolyn Lattteier (Hayworth Press, 1998) Author interviews both men and women, whether obsessed or not. Includes a review of the many evolutionary theories on why women have breasts. |
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Lives, Daphna Ayalah and Issac Weinstock (Summit Books, 1979) Book of black-and-white photos of breasts, and interviews with women pictured. Published in 1979, this photographic catalog is still relevant today, especially how women look at their own boobs. |
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History of the Breast, Marilyn Yalom
(Ballentine Books, 1998) Thorough and entertaining book about how breasts have been viewed through history, art, literature and politics. |
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Master Breasts: Objectified,
Aestheticized, Fantasized, Eroticized, Feminized by Photography’s Most Titillating
Masters…, Francine Prose, Karen Finley, Dario Fo, and Charles Simic (Aperture Foundation, 1998) Book of breasts photos from art and advertising, like you’ve never seen before! |
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The Breast Book, A Curious and Intimate History, Lithe
Sebesta (Workman Publishing Co., 2002) – Fun, funny little breast book!!
Great trivia and historical facts about breasts. |
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Woman: An Intimate
Geography, Natalie Angier (First Anchor Books, 1999) A beautifully written and informative book, this Pulitzer Prize winning author does justice to the evolution of the female form. Her chapter on the story of the breast is entitled “Circular Reasonings". |
Videos
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Breasts: A Documentary, HBO 1996, Meema Spadola Interviews with 22 breast owners from 6 to 84, most of them topless. Includes stories from mothers/daughters, transsexuals, and mastectomy patients. A cinematic collection of real life “mammoirs!” |
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Boobalogues: Our Breasts, Our Lives
A documentary about women’s relationships with their breasts. |
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Busting Out Visit this site to learn more about “Busting Out,” a film that will challenge how you think about breasts. |
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Websites
007 Breasts
Intelligence on breasts; highlights unique qualities of women by featuring variety of breast photos.
The Breast Site
“Your guide to breast health products, services and information.”
Includes breast health, breast cancer, breast surgery, breastfeeding and
bra news. Plus a Breast blog and Bookstore!
This is Beautiful
A gallery of nude photos of extraordinary women.
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Budding Breasts
Books
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Changing Bodies, Changing Lives: A Book for Teens on Sex and
Relationships, Ruth Bell (Three Rivers Press, 1988) From the same folks who brought us Our Bodies, Ourselves, this is a great resource for older teens. Includes personal stories, expert advice and helpful illustrations. |
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Deal With It! A Whole New Approach to Your Body, Brain, and Life as a gURL,
Esther Drill, Heather McDonald, Rebecca Odes (Pocket Books, 1999) Great mature teen book from the creators of the gURL website. Includes information on breasts, bras, self-image, and creating your own personal style. |
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The Body Project: An Intimate History of American Girls,
Joan Jacobs Brumberg (Vintage Books, 1997) Based on diary entries and media images from 1830s to present, this book looks at why today’s young girls have more negative and unreal perceptions of their body image. |
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The Care & Keeping of You: The Body Book for Girls (American Girl Library),
Valorie Lee Schaefer (Pleasant Company Publications, 1998) This book provides young girls (8-12) with basics on how to take care of their growing bodies. |
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What’s Happening to
MyBody? Book for Girls: A Growing Up Guide for Parents and Daughters,
Lynda Madaras with Area Madaras (Newmarket Press, 2000) This book includes personal stories and great illustrations for pre-teen and teen girls. |
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Websites
Breast Watch: The Boob FAQ
Great young girl’s guide to breasts and breast cancer.
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Breast Health and Fitness
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101 Essential Tips: Breast Care,
by Miriam Stoppard (DK Publishing, 1997) Small but very informative book on boobs that covers everything from breast health to bras and breast cancer. |
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Breast Fitness: An Optimal Exercise and Health Plan for Reducing Your
Risk of Breast Cancer, by Anne McTiernan, MD, Julie Gralow, MD, and
Lisa Talbott (St. Martins Press, 2001) How to reduce your breast cancer risk through exercise, with detailed information on nutrition and lifestyle choices. |
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Breast Health,
by Miriam Stoppard (DK Publishing, 1998) Compact resource filled with information on breast health. |
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Busting Out: Putting Your Best Breasts Forward,
Shirley Archer and Neryl Walker (Chronicle Books, 2007) Cute little book filled with exercises and “titbits” on how to keep your breasts in the best shape ever! |
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Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book, New Edition 2005, Dr. Susan
Love (De Capo Press, 2005) The New York Times calls this the “bible” of breast books. This is a terrific medical resource and was recently revised and updated. |
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Our Bodies, Ourselves,
by The Boston Women’s Health book Collective (Touchstone, 2005) Informative and enlightening discussions about general health issues, including body image and basic breast care. |
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Strength Training for Women,
by Joan Pagano (DK Publishing, 2005) Illustrated guide on how to tone and firm muscles, with great upper-body exercises. |
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Weight Training for Dummies,
by Liz Neporent, Suzanne Schlosberg, and Shirley Archer (Wiley Publishing,
2006) Comprehensive how-to guide on building upper-body muscles. |
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Websites
Breast of Canada
Fine art photography calendar sure to inspire you to better breast
health!
Breast Self-Examination Video from Imaginis and Lange Productions
Helpful video demonstrating how to perform a breast self-exam.
Check Your Boobies
Do you know your girls? Nearly 8 out of 10 women don't do
regular breast self-exams. If you need motivation, check out this site
and sign up for their free monthly email reminders.
Imaginis
All about breast health, including benign breast disease and breast cancer.
MammoPad
Studies show that nearly 50% of all women 40-65 years of age neglect to have recommended annual mammograms. If pain or discomfort is holding you back, help for your girls is here!
Shock Absorber Bounce-o-Meter
Sports bra manufacturer’s computer generated breast images of what happens to boobs when women exercise with or without a sports bra. Enter your cup size and level of activity to see how your boobs perform!
The Breast Views
Daily news and education about breasts brought to you by Sue
Richards of Canada. Wonderful blog with interesting information about
breast health and breast cancer.
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Breast Cancer and Support
There are many books and websites about breast cancer. Here’s a short
list of favorites:
Books
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100 Questions & Answers About Breast Cancer,
by Zora Brown, LaSalle D. Leffall Jr., MD, with Elizabeth Platt (Jones & Bartlett,
2003) Well-organized book covering questions regarding breast cancer. |
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B.O.O.B.S.: A Bunch of Outrageous Breast Cancer Survivors Tell Their
Stories of Courage, Hope and Healing, by Ann Kempner Fisher
(Cumberland House, 2004) Stories from ten different breast cancer survivors. |
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Breast Cancer for Dummies,
by Ronit Elk, PhD, and Monica Morrow, MD (Wiley Publishing, 2003) Practical and readable book about breast cancer. |
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Breast Cancer Husband, Marc Silver (Rodale Books, 2004) A manual on managing a breast cancer diagnosis as a couple, with dos and don’ts for men. |
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The Breast Cancer Survival Manual: A Step-by-Step Guide for the Woman with Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer, 4th ed.,
by John Link, MD, Carey Cullinan, MD, MPH, Jane Kakkis, MD, MPH, and James Waisman, MD (Owl Books,
2007) Comprehensive guide on cancer definitions, genetic testing, and the importance of getting a second opinion. |
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The Breast Cancer Survivor’s Fitness Plan,
by Carolyn M. Kaelin, MD, MPH, Francesca Coltrera, Josie Gardiner, and Joy Prouty (McGraw-Hill,
2007) Includes fitness plan, exercises, and how to deal with lymphedema, lumpectomy, mastectomy, and breast reconstruction. |
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Cancer Vixen: a True Story,
Marisa Acocella Marchetto (Alfred Knopf, 2006) A funny and moving graphic novel about breast cancer. |
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Just Get Me Through This! A Practical Guide to Coping with Breast Cancer,
Deborah Cohan and Robert Gelfand, M.D. (Kensington Books 2000) Informative and helpful guide for those diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. |
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Living Through Breast Cancer, Carolyn Kaelin, Francesca
Coltrera (McGraw-Hill, 2005) |
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My One Night Stand with Cancer: A Memoir, Tania Katan (Alyson
Books, 2005) Young gay woman’s hilarious, enlightening, and inspiring memoir about her battle with breast cancer at twenty-one and thirty-one years of age. |
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Pink Ribbons, Inc.: Breast Cancer and the Politics of Philanthropy, Samantha King (University of Minnesota, 2006) How pink ribbons became associated with breast cancer charities and the history and impact of cause-related marketing. |
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Reconstructing Aphrodite, Terry Lorant, Loren Eskenazi
(Syracuse University Press, 2001) A beautiful and inspiring photojournal of breast cancer survivors. |
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The Breast Cancer Prevention Plan, Edward Conley
(McGraw-Hill, 2005) |
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The Breast Cancer Survival Manual, Link, Forsthoff and
Waisman (Owl Books, 2003) |
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The Breast Cancer Wars: Hope, Fear, and the Pursuit of a Cure in 20th Century
America, Barron H. Lerner, MD (Oxford Press, 2001) A history of the struggle to find a cure for breast cancer, highlighting how medical professionals and activists changed the way we approach breast cancer today. |
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Uplift: Secrets from the Sisterhood of Breast Cancer Survivors,
Barbara Delinsky (Washington Square Press, 2003) Collection of stories from breast cancer survivors, including women’s own survival secrets. |
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WHOLE: 12 Principles for Rebuilding Life after Breast Cancer,
Jacci Thompson-Dodd (Conch Shell Press, 2007) While other titles offer advice on overcoming the physical challenges of battling breast cancer, WHOLE provides concrete steps for strengthening one’s mental and spiritual faculties. Although directed to African-American survivors, this book is a practical and useful guide that will benefit every woman who has faced a major medical crisis, no matter her age or ethnicity. |
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Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy, Geralyn Lucas (St.
Martin’s Griffin, 2005) Empowering and funny memoir of one young woman’s battle with breast cancer. You can also download the movie based on the book at www.whyiworelipstick.com. |
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Websites
American Cancer Society
Information and resources on breast cancer, including clinical trials.
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
Information on the three-day walk benefiting breast cancer research.
Breast Cancer Fund
Focused on prevention and identifying causes of breast cancer,
including environmental sources.
Breast Cancer Watch
Offers the latest best evidence-based guidance on breast cancer
therapies for both professionals and informed patients.
Breastcancer.org
Offers helpful and extensive discussion boards on specific issues related to breast cancer.
Circus of Cancer
Inspiring site with practical information on how to help friends diagnosed with breast caner.
Healing Ribbons
Founder of site is breast cancer survivor. After her surgery, she
discovered she might develop lymphedema (swelling of the arms). Not
liking the plastic medical bracelet they gave her in the hospital to
help reduce this painful condition, she developed her own collection of
jewelry-designed bracelets.
Mary Catherine’s
Customer testimonial: They specialize in all things mammary,
offering the right kind of support for survivors of breast cancer. It’s
nice to know there's a niche store for survivors seeking support, sexy
alternatives & swimsuits for life beyond breast cancer.
Medicine World
MedicineWorld.org’s breast cancer page. Provides resources on how to
assess your personal risk.
National Breast Cancer Coalition
Nation’s largest breast cancer advocacy group dedicated to funding breast cancer research.
National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Increases awareness about breast cancer and provides mammograms for
women in need.
National Cancer Institute
National Cancer Institute’s Breast Cancer page.
Susan Love MD
Susan Love, MD's comprehensive and very helpful website.
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Fight breast cancer by funding research and education.
Think Before You Pink
A project of Breast Cancer Action, Great resource for deciding how
best to support non-profit breast cancer related organizations.
Women’s Cancer Network
Information about breast cancer, therapies, and clinical trials.
Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization
Organization dedicated to ensuring that no one has to face breast cancer alone. They offer a 24 hour hotline for patients and their families.
Young Survival Coalition
Resources for young women with breast cancer.
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Bras and Beyond
Books
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An Intimate Affair: Women, Lingerie, and Sexuality,
by Jill Fields (University of California Press, 2007) This social and cultural history of women’s foundations features an epilogue detailing various feminist interpretations of intimate apparel through art; with a postscript on the birth of the Bra Ball. |
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Bra, A Thousand Years of Style, Support and Seduction,
Stephanie Pedersen (David & Charles, 2004) Fun, informative history of bras, including great movie star pics and ways the brassiere has evolved to what it is today. (FYI: this author has a similar book about shoes!) |
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The Corset: A Cultural History,
by Valerie Steele (Yale University Press, 2005) Gorgeous illustrated coffee-table book, with a complete history of the corset, confirming why this piece of boob dressing is still in fashion. |
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Hidden Underneath, A History of
Lingerie, by Farid Chenoune
(Assouline Pubishing, 2005) Beautiful coffee table book about lingerie with numerous black and white photos. |
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The Lingerie Handbook: Transform Your Body, Transform Your Self,
Rebecca Apsan with Sarah Stark (Workman Publishing, 2006) From the owner of La Petite Coquette in New York comes the best undie advice money can buy. Get the scoop on wearing and caring for bras, panties, shapewear, slips and nighties, with full-color photos of women in all shapes and sizes. An uplifting purchase for any lingerie lover! |
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Uplift: the Bra in America, Farrell-Beck and Gau (University
of Pennsylvania Press, 2002) Fascinating history of bra manufacturing in America. |
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Websites
Manufacturers
Agent Provacateur
Hot lingerie, swimwear, and maternity bras.
Bra-Makers Supply
Everything you need to design your own bra, bustier, or swimsuit from Bra-Makers Supply.
Champion
Maker of the original jog bra.
Decent Exposures
Home of the “un-bra.” All cotton comfort, for everyone (girls,
maternity, nursing). In wide variety of sizes (sizes 30A to 54L and
everything in between). Made to order.
Frederick’s of Hollywood
Bras, corsets, and very sexy lingerie.
Her Look Enterprises
Creators of sells nipple concealers (Low Beams), Take-Outs (for the better boob job), cleavage “Cupcakes,” and “Matchsticks” to keep your clothes in place.
Hollywood Fashion Tape
Avoid wardrobe malfunctions here!
House of Cadolle
Elegant, luscious, and luxurious bras and bustiers from the Parisian House of Cadolle, whose founder Herminie Cadolle freed women from wearing corsets by introducing one of the first bra designs. Here’s where you’ll find the highest quality couture and ready-to-wear lingerie collections
Jodi Gallaer
Lingerie for full-busted women in sizes from 28C to 40H.
Lands’ End
Pick out custom swimsuits and shop for bras, including sizes up to 48DD.
Malia Mills Swimwear
Making swimsuits for real women’s bodies.
Nu Bra
The original no-straps, stick-on bra, including those that enhance the size of your breasts.
Sassy Bax
“No visible bra line bra.” Also sells products which conceal nipples
or enhance bust line by one size. Sold at specialty stores throughout
the US (see website for listings).
Size
Me Up! ™ The Bra Sizing System from Dr. Edward M. Pechter, M.D.
Frustrated by the way your bra fits? You may want to try a new way of measuring your girls with Dr. Pechter’s Size Me Up ™ system.
Spanx
Popular body shapers now have all hosiery bras (up to 42DD)!
Available at most department stores (see website).
The Enhancement Corporation of America
Breast enhancers, breast and lumpectomy forms. Nice chart on how to
measure your bra size post-mastectomy.
The
Winkee, The Ultimate Solution for Plunging Necklines
This clever and easy-to-use product solves any unexpected exposure of “your girls” when wearing deep-V tops or wrap dresses. You’ll definitely want to buy them in multiple colors and styles!
TwirlyGirl.net
Extraordinary pasties for discriminating nipples. Well-made, affordable, and fabulous nipple gear!
Victoria’s Secret
Official website of Victoria’s Secret with bras, swimwear, and other sexy underthings.
Lingerie Retailers
AA Lingerie
Online lingerie store dedicated to small busted women.
Athleta
Good selection of sports bras and clothing for the active woman.
Bare Necessities
Great site with lots of plus sizes and tips for men on how to buy
women fabulous lingerie gifts.
The Big Bra Shop
From the UK, with sizes 28A–L to 56H.
Big Girls’ Bras
In sizes 32AA to 50K, including swimwear.
La Petite Coquette
Title Nine
Wide variety of excellent sports bras.
Zovo Lingerie
The author’s hometown, favorite lingerie store!
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Breast Feeding
Books
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Fresh Milk: The Secret Life of Breasts,
Fiona Giles (Simon & Schuster, 2003) Essays on breastfeeding from a perspective unlike other “how-to” books on the subject. |
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Mama Knows Breast: A Beginner’s Guide to Breastfeeding,
Andi Silverman (Quirk Books, 2007) This book is a fun and fact-filled breastfeeding primer featuring quick tips and realistic advice. It includes the practical aspects of fitting breastfeeding into your life, together with easy-to-read chapters and answers to every possible lactation-learner question. An added bonus is this book's sturdy yet useful size - just right for one hand while the other is busy with baby! |
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The Breastfeeding Book: Everything You Need to Know, Martha
Sears, William Sears (Little, Brown, 2000) Comprehensive book on everything you need to know about breastfeeding. |
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The Complete Book of Breastfeeding, Marvin Eiger, Sally Olds
(Workman Publishing Co.) Helpful illustrated guidebook on the challenges and rewards of breastfeeding, with information on common problems and solutions. |
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The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, 7th Revised Edition, La
Leche League (Plume, 2004) One of the oldest and most comprehensive resources on breastfeeding. |
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Websites
Ameda
Information on breast pumps and accessories.
Ask Dr. Sears
From the author of The Breastfeeding Book, a great website where you can ask the doctor any questions you have about breastfeeding, nutrition, fussy babies, or childhood illnesses.
International Lactation Consultant Association
Worldwide organization with four thousand members in fifty countries.
La Leche League
The grandmother of all breastfeeding websites; includes lots of
resources for new mothers, including a 24/7 help line.
Medela
Breastfeeding products and information from the breast pump manufacturer.
National Alliance for Breastfeeding Advocacy
Dedicated to the protection and promotion of breastfeeding.
U.S. Breastfeeding Committee
Information and links to other breastfeeding resources.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Information on nursing, positions, and pumps and storage, and provides a helpful breastfeeding hotline at (800) 994-WOMAN, 9 AM–6 PM, Monday–Friday, EST.
Within Reach
Great breastfeeding pamplet for mothers who wish to continue breastfeeding after they go back to work.
Blogs
Mama Knows Breast: Adventures in Breastfeeding
Great place to find the latest breastfeeding tips and news.
Breastfeeding 1-2-3
Breastfeeding information, support and news!
Gear
Why do maternity clothes look SO cute when you’re not pregnant? Here are
some great fun and hip maternity clothing sites to visit, which also feature
additional breastfeeding resources.
Babystyle
Mom-tested products, including maternity (and transition) clothing, kid
gear, toys, and even a registry.
Breastfeeding.com
Info and Resources, “motherwear,” and humorous stories.
Due Maternity
More maternity bras and really cute clothes for work, play or dressing
up!
Maternity Mall
On-line mall featuring well-known maternities retailers (Motherhood, A
Pea in a Pod, Mimi Maternity, etc.)
Nest Mom
Offers microfiber nursing bras, among others!
Unbuttoned Maternity
Contemporary maternity clothing, including nursing bras.
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Breast Surgery
Books
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The Breast Reconstruction Guidebook: Issues and Answers from Research to Recovery,
Kathy Steligo (Carlo Press, 2005) All about mastectomy, breast reconstruction options, information on surgery and recovery. |
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Cosmetic Breast Surgery: A Complete Guide, Robert Freund,
Alexander Van Dyne (Marlowe & Co., 2004) Comprehensive guide to numerous cosmetic breast surgery procedures, including discussion of patient expectations. |
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The Smart Woman’s Guide to Plastic Surgery: Essential Information from a Female Plastic Surgeon,
Jean M. Loftus, M.D. (McGraw-Hill, 2000) Thinking about a boob job? Check out Dr. Loftus’ handy checklists and personal stories about cosmetic breast augmentation and breast lift procedures. |
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Venus Envy: A History of Cosmetic Surgery,
Elizabeth Haiken (The John Hopkins University Press, 1997) Complete history of cosmetic surgery and the controversy about silicone breast implants. |
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When Less is More, the Complete Guide for Women Considering Breast
Reduction, Bethanne Snodgrass (Collins, 2005) Everything you need to know about breast reduction surgery. |
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Your Complete Guide to Breast Reduction & Breast Lifts,
by Alain Polynice, MD, and Aloysius Smith, MD (Addicus Books, 2006) Illustrated guide on choosing a surgeon and the risks and results of cosmetic breast surgery (including use of implants). |
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Websites
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Official website of ASPS, with general information, photos, and how
to find a qualified plastic surgeon.
Breast Augmentation and Breast Implants Information Web
Website with personal stories about breast augmentation and implants.
Breast Implant Safety
Joint effort of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
(ASAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) to provide
info on breast implant safety.
Lisa
Sowder, MD
Seattle-based plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic breast surgery, with great recommended reading list.
Make Me Heal
Offers products (i.e., bras, creams, breast forms) for cosmetic
surgery and mastectomy patients.
Myself Together Again
The breast reconstruction process with photos of the procedure.
Real Self
Real people share their stories about looking and feeling younger.
Includes information on skin care, self-improvement products, plus
alternatives to breast augmentation with additional web links.
Richard A. Baxter, MD
One of the author’s bevy of breast experts.
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Bonus Boob Sites
American Association for Nude Recreation
Resource for information about nudist groups.
The Bra Ball
What is made of 18,085 bras, stands 5’ tall, and weighs 1800 pounds?
Breast Stories
Promoting breast freedom for both women and men.
Feminist Majority Foundation
Resource on sexual harassment, including definitions and national hotlines.
Help My Flat Chest
“Support and Advice for the Small Busted.”
Jonathan Adler
Check out the “Camille” vase, a wonderful tribute to breasts.
Martini Lounge
Uplifting on-line women’s community. Check out their articles under
Fashion, Inner Goddess, and Body & Fitness!
Ms. Indigo Blue’s Academy of Burlesque
Enroll in a tassel twirling class and take your girls out for a spin!
Naturist Action Committee
Nonprofit advocacy arm of the Naturist Society, working to protect the rights of naturists in North America.
Sisterwoman.com
Sisterwoman.com is social networking community for women.
Skin Deep
The Environmental Working Group’s website, where you can check out the safety of ingredients used in cosmetics and skin care products.
Topfree!
Provides information on where you can go top free in United States and around the world.
The Topfree Equal Rights Association
TERA assists women who want to go "top free," in the same manner men are allowed to go topless, in public places in Canada and the USA. They also report on the legal issues surrounding efforts of women to exercise this right.
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Tired of someone commenting on your breasts? Click here for info on workplace sexual harassment and how to report abuse.
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