Summer Swimwear For Postmastectomy Comfort
Why Brands Are Embracing Postmastectomy Swimwear
Amounting to 30 percent of cancer diagnoses among women each year, breast cancer is not niche. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second-most common cancer among American women, with skin cancer taking the top spot. By the organization's research, 287,850 new breast-cancer cases will be diagnosed in women this year. In addition, Brigham and Women's Hospital estimates around 100,000 women undergo some type of mastectomy every year.
Undergoing a mastectomy is life-changing and can usher in new stressors — the least of which should be selecting a swimsuit. However, postmastectomy, finding a comfortable swimsuit can be difficult and intimidating. Many traditional swimwear brands do not take concerns like chest scarring or room required for prostheses into account, and the ones that do often have expensive or outdated offerings.
Thankfully, this is starting to change. More and more brands are tweaking their designs to prioritize comfort and security in order to better accommodate women who have undergone a mastectomy.
Read on to find out our favorite affordable mastectomy-friendly swim styles.
High Coverage
From bottom to bust, this one-piece has you covered. The higher neckline and full coverage bottom create a modest solution, but that is not all. The removable cups allow you to adjust the chest coverage based on your comfort level.
Moderate Coverage
The tie neck is easy to adjust, so you can get the coverage you are looking for. The extra-large swim pockets are roomy enough to house one or two prosthetics securely, and the highly cut armholes cover scars.
Not to mention, the side shirring creates a flattering shape across the torso.
Minimal Coverage
One-pieces are not the only option for postmastectomy swimwear. This bikini top has room for your inserts, super-soft fabric, and adjustable shoulder straps. Not convinced? The double-hook back closure guarantees you'll feel secure.
