#Even the ones with underwire and padding have no back to them only string

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I would love to have an actual swim suit for the first time in 7 years, but it has been impossible to find a swimsuit that will both give me support and keep my boobs from popping out if I try to do anything but sunbathe

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Things You Should and Shouldn’t Bring to A Psychiatric Hospital

Going to a psychiatric hospital is stressful and traumatic enough, searching through Google to try and figure out what to bring and what not to bring is just an added stressor to an already stressful situation. So, I, a veteran of psychiatric hospitals, am here to help. As with most situations, your mileage may vary in regards to the psychiatric hospital that you go to, but this is a basic list of things that most psychiatric hospitals allow and don’t allow.

Do Bring

1. At least three changes of clothes with no drawstrings or loose strings. Make sure they’re comfortable. If you’re a female, I suggest yoga pants or leggings and comfy shirts. No underwire bras will be allowed, so bring your sports bras. If you’re a male, bring t-shirts and sweatpants, you’ll be more comfortable and why not make yourself as comfortable as possible in one of the most uncomfortable situations? Bring several pairs of socks and a long-sleeved hoodie or jacket with the drawstring pulled out, even if it’s summer, because some room will be freezing. Also bring a couple of pairs of pajamas. Some hospitals don’t care if you wear your jammies all day long and some require that you dress for the day.

2. Paperback books. You will get bored. If you like to read bring a couple of paperback books.

3. Paperback puzzle books. Like Sudoku, word searches, and cross-word puzzles. 

4. A composition notebook. Those ugly black and white marbled notebooks with no wire binding. You can use it to journal, write notes, reminders, medication changes, ‘homework assignments’ that your doctor or social worker give you, poetry, or anything you need to jot down. 

5. Coloring books. If you like to color. It can be simple kids colorings, or the more advanced adult coloring books. 

6. If you’re a person who menstruates, then, if you have period panties, bring them if there’s a chance that you’ll start your cycle while in the hospital. From personal experience the feminine hygiene items that are available in the hospital are just cardboard applicator regular tampons and bulky maxi pads. I believe that Always makes disposable period panties that you can find in most Wal-Marts, or you can buy from Everie Woman, Joyja, Ruby Love, and many other online retailers. (No affiliation or money made from that advertisement.)

7. A list of your medications. You are going to be nervous and stressed and will forget something. Even if you’ve quit taking your meds, bring a list of what you’re supposed to take.

8. A list of important phone numbers. Friends, family, your doctor, therapist, social worker, case worker, anybody you or they may need to contact.

Do Not Bring

1. Anything with strings. This can be drawstrings or pants with ripped knees or stringy hemlines at the ankles. This also includes shoelaces. Bring slip-ons or shoes with Velcro fasteners or do what I did and just go around in your socks. 

2. Hardback books. Security will keep them or put them in a contraband room. Either way you won’t be allowed to have them.

3. Pens or pencils. The nurses station will usually have little bendy pens or harmless golf pencils that you can use (or both in some hospitals.)

4. Markers, coloring crayons, or coloring pencils. They’ll usually have these on the unit, so it makes zero sense, but most hospitals won’t let you have them anyway.

5. Razors/electric shavers. Razors won’t be allowed period, but some hospitals will have a shaver that you can borrow. Or, if they do allow razors, you’ll have to be watched closely while you use it.

6. Feminine hygiene products. It sucks, but they won’t allow you to have your own. Why it’s so different from what they give you, I don’t know, but there you have it.

7. Cigarettes, cigars, vaping equipment. They’ll give you nicotine patches or nicotine gum if you’re a smoker, but you won’t be allowed to smoke.

8. Your mileage may really vary here, but most hospitals won’t allow you to bring snacks or food or drinks of any kind, and definitely not if they’re in glass or open packages. Some hospitals will allow visitors to bring you closed packages of snacks, but don’t bet on it.

9. Your medications. Exceptions include antibiotics, vitamins (some hospitals will let you have your multivitamin), or special medications that your pharmacy usually has to order. For example, if you are on the diabetes medication Ozempic, bring it, they won’t have it and probably won’t be able to get it. If you are on the diabetes medication Metformin, leave it, it’s super easy to get and a very common medication. 

10. Cash. If you do bring it it’ll be kept safe in a safe in security, but it’s best not to bring it.

11. Your cell phone. With very, very few exceptions you won’t be allowed to have it. If you do bring it, and most people do, it’ll be kept either in security or a contraband room. You may be allowed to access it long enough to get a phone number out of your contacts, but you won’t be allowed to make a phone call or send a text.

12. Sharps. Don’t even think about trying to bring anything sharp. No needles, no syringes, no broken glass, no razor blades. They will find it and they will take it. End of story. Don’t think you can hide it in your shoes or bra either. Many hospitals will make you totally strip and change into a gown and hospital pants so that security can go through every inch of what you were wearing. I hope that included clean underpants!

13. Stuffed animals/your own pillow/blanket. Even if it’s your comfort item that you can’t sleep without, they’re probably not going to let you have it.

What the Hospital Will Supply

1. Your meals. You may or may not get a choice in what you eat, but regardless you will be fed. If you are having trouble eating and your doctor or nutritionist orders it, you may be given Ensure or Glucerna to supplement your meals.

2. Snacks and drinks. Most hospitals will have healthy snacks available as well as water, juice, coffee, and milk. Don’t expect regular coffee after 1pm though. They switch to decaf then.

3. Feminine hygiene products. They’ll be cardboard applicator, regular size tampons (which stinks if you have a particularly heavy flow and is why I suggest you invest in two or three pairs of period panties if you know you’ll be in a psychiatric hospital at some point, or even if you won’t, the right ones are awesome.) and bulky maxi pads that feel like a diaper. The hospital may also have disposable adult diapers if you have problems with incontinence or can’t get period panties and their supplies just aren’t enough and you’re worried about leaks. 

4. Markers and crayons. Chances are they’ll have them on the unit for you and everybody else to share. Be nice and put the caps back on.

5. Bendy pens or short stubby pencils. The bendy pens take a little getting used to but they’re better than the pencils.

6. Toothbrushes, combs, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, body wash, conditioner, towels, and wash cloths. The towels and wash cloths feel like sandpaper, but, yeah, they have them.

7. Laundry services. Whether they let you do it yourself or they do it in the middle of the night, almost all hospitals will have a washer and dryer for patient use. Expect to go home with at least one less sock than what you came with.

8. Your medications. The hospital will give you all your medications. Even the ones that aren’t for psychiatric use.

9. Phones. I’ve seen some lists that say you need to bring a phone card to use, but I’ve never been in a hospital that has actual pay phones. I’ve always been allowed to use the phone for long distance calls with no problem. If your specific hospital says bring a phone card, then do, but chances are you won’t need it.

If You’re Lucky, Your Hospital Might Offer

1. Weighted blankets. These things are awesome for anxiety.

2. Wireless Headphones with different music chips. Classical, pop, rock, hip-hop, whatever your jam is.

3. Safety laces. Walking around with no laces in your shoes is annoying.

4. Spare clothes. If you came in with just the clothes on your back and you need to do laundry many hospitals will have spare clothes.

5. Weak little ponytail holders. You can’t do any damage with them, but they’ll certainly damage your hair, so beware.

6. Sensory Candy. Sour for alerting. Hot and spicy for focus. Chewy fruit chews for soothing anxiety.

7. Stress balls. Squeeze!

8. 10 minutes of cell phone time at the top of each hour. I’ve been in several different psych hospitals and only one has allowed this, so don’t get your hopes up.

So, it’s a fairly exhaustive list, but probably not totally complete and as I said from the beginning your experiences may vary from hospital to hospital. I’ve been in some really bad hospitals and some really good ones, but the things to bring and not to bring seems to be about the same.

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Top Ten Lingerie Issues That Every Girl Faces and Their Fixes

Top Ten Lingerie Issues That Every Girl Faces and Their Fixes

Have you ever looked at Victoria’s Secret Models and wondered, “How do they do it?”. How do they walk around in lingerie looking perfect with no exposed nipples, no straps trying to desperately escape and certainly no wires poking them in their chests? These issues not only cause embarrassing wardrobe malfunction but are a continuous hassle that make the bra wearing experience a nuisance. Luckily for us women, these issues have very simple fixes. We’ve compiled the top ten pressing lingerie issues that women face and how to fix them. 1. The Bra Band Riding Up

This happens when your bra likes to play a fun little game of peek-a-boo with you and peep out from your tops. This may be happening because your cup size is too small. A lot of lingerie issues are solved by finding the correct bra size.  

The Fix:  The simple fix to this annoying problem is getting one size bigger cup size but one size smaller band size.

2. The Slipping Bra Strap:

You are at a party, having a casual conversation and suddenly you feel it. The dreaded feeling of your bra strap slowly sliding down your arm and now you are stressing out because how do you fix this without making it obvious. Ugh! Well, luckily for you, there are many fixes to this problem.

The Fix: The most obvious solution to this problem is tightening your bra straps. If that doesn’t work out for you; you can try out a different and more suited bra style like the racerback bra. If you don’t want to buy a racer-back bra, you can even pull your bra straps together using a paper clip or a bra clip. There are even bras available with silicone strips which act as an adhesive.

3. The Exposed Nipple:

Rachel from Friends may have become iconic for her #freethenipples but the only thing you are becoming is the centre of local aunty gossip. If you are tired, uncomfortable and embarrassed by all the unnecessary attention that your nips are getting, then here’s what to do.

The Fix: To prevent your nipples from making a dramatic entry, all you have to do is switch to a medium padded bra. You can even opt for a foam padded or silicon bra. If your bra has a light lining then there are padding inserts available that make sure you aren’t exposing any nipples.

4. The Baggy Bra Cup:

The problem of the weird bulge. Every girl with small boobs has had this problem of the baggy cups because there is ample space left in the bra. Wearing a tight t-shirt becomes a hassle because the baggy cups make weird shapes and ruin the entire look. But fret not, there is a simple solution to this problem too.

The fix: Tighten your bra straps; so that the cups are anchored to your chest. You can even try going for smaller cup size. If your bust size is small, then you can even try the demi cup.

5. The Wire Digging into the Chest:

Oof, this one is the worst. Even though your bra is stabbing you in the chest, it feels like it is stabbing you in the back. If your underwire bra is poking you or making you feel uncomfortable then you are probably wearing the wrong size.

The Fix: If you are wearing the wrong size, then you should find the correct measurement of your bra size. You can easily do calculate your accurate size at home. You can even look for a bra that covers your entire boob so that your underwire is sitting perfectly under your breasts.

6. The Visible Panty Lines:

Wearing a bodycon dress or even tight fitted trousers and realising that your panty line is making a surprise guest entry is a nightmare. This can be embarrassing for a lot of people and it also ruins the look of the dress.  Luckily, there are many panties out there that help with this problem.

The Fix: G-string and thongs are great for hiding panty lines. If they make you uncomfortable or you just don’t like wearing them, then you can even try out boy shorts. These fit you like a second skin so that you can rock any outfit that you are wearing.

7. The Poking Underwire Bra:

It absolutely sucks when your most favourite bra goes through a life-changing transformation- when the underwire starts to poke out. Now you have to stay goodbye to your favourite bra and it is the worst feeling in the world! Fortunately, there is a DIY solution that is quick, easy and makes your bras last longer. Rejoice people because the solution to the underwire poking out has arrived.

The Fix: This might not be a simple fix but it is an extremely effective one. Take a small piece of duct tape and wrap it around the underwire that is poking out. Push the underwire completely inside the bra. Then stitch the hole that the wire is poking out through. You can even use clear nail polish over the stitched surface so that there is extra protection from the wire poking out again.

8. The Quad Boob:

This happens when your boobs slip out from your bra in the front. This boob spillage can be seen even through your t-shirts.

The Fix: A good way to fix this problem is to avoid demi cups entirely. You can opt for a full-coverage bra. If your straps are too tight, then this could also be a reason for the quad boobs.

9. The Side Boob Spillage:

Wearing a small bra size that makes your breasts look fuller feels great. But sometimes it can create some side boob spillage that looks unfit and unsightly.

The Fix: A solution to this problem is finding a bra with the same band size but with a bigger cup size. Another solution is opting for the full coverage bra.

10. The Camel Toe:

The ultimate faux-pas is the camel toe. The camel toe has stirred many celebrity scandals. This unfortunate mistake can be caused due to wearing extremely tight-fitted pants or shorts or pairing the wrong underwear like G-string and thongs with your clothes.

The Fix: A simple fix to this problem is to wear leggings with thick fabrics. Finding the correct size for your pants can also go a long way in avoiding this faux-pas. Pants without a front rise seam also help in avoiding this problem. You can also buy leggings with a crotch gusset. These help with the longevity of the garment and also reduce the potential chance of getting a camel toe.

See ladies, all these issues have a very simple and quick solution. Many of these faux-pas arise due to wearing ill-fitting lingerie and can be avoided by finding your correct size. With these lingerie fixes, you can now say goodbye to all the annoying poking, weird bulges, slipping bra straps, and exposed nipples!

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The Wonderful World Of Swimwear - Decoded!

Women, by nature, like to good at all times – no matter where they are, they enjoy the attention and the clothes play a large part in it all. If it is a party, they will make sure that they are dressed to the nines and if they are going to the beach or a poolside resort, they will want swimwear that makes them the envy of all. However, most women have very limited knowledge, when it comes to swimwear, because they know only the basics – one piece and bikini. The fact is that the world of swimwear is huge and there is so much to explore and in the past few years, there have been so many new creations too. By understanding the variations, you will be able to choose the best options for your body type, with ease.

 ·         One piece – This is perhaps the most recognised type of swimwear and the most popular choice amongst most women. The one piece allows the comfort of swimwear, without having to expose the body too much. The amount of coverage does vary from design to design, but they tend to be flattering to almost all body types.

 ·         Tankini –A variation of the one piece, think of the tankini as a tank top bikini – this is a great choice for women who do not want to show off too much, but also don’t want to compromise on style. The top has a fitted bust, almost like a camisole, and then there is a slight empire waist, which means that that slight bulge in your tummy, will be completely hidden. The tankini also offers the comfort of a two piece because of the separate bottom.

 ·         Monokini – This is one of the newer versions of the one piece meets the bikini – while the swimwear is a one piece, there is a lot more skin to show in this version. The silhouette of this swimwear is such that it might look like a two piece, but will be joined somewhere in between.

 ·         Bikini–After the one piece, the next most popular swimwear happens to be the bikini and today, there are so many versions of the same. In most versions, there will be a bra like piece that will cover the breasts, while tying up in the back or the sides. There will also be a bottom, which could vary from a thong to shorts. The best thing about the bikini is that you can create your own combinations, because you can choose the top and the bottom you want.

 Now, let’s delve a little into the huge number of options you will have when it comes to just the tops:

 ·         Triangle top – As the name suggests, the top has two triangles and these could be fixed or sliding. A great choice for women who have slightly smaller busts, the fixed top provides better support, while the sliding one offers better coverage. You could choose triangle tops with padding or underwires, if you are looking for some extra support.

 ·         Halter – Similar to a triangle top, the main difference in a halter neck top is that the portion that goes around the neck is thicker and not just a string. For large busted women, this is a good choice, because it provides a lot more support.

 ·         Bandeau – There are either no shoulder straps or really thin ones that go around the neck and there is a large fabric that covers the bust. The bandeau generally clasps or ties up in the back, but because they can slip down quite easily, they are not the ideal choice for sports. However, they are the perfect choice for tanning, because they will leave no lines.

 You can also look for tops that have underwiring or padding, if you want to make your bust look bigger or want to offer it more support.

 And finally, let’s move onto the bottoms, because here too the range is pretty extensive and you will find plenty to choose from.

 ·         Full bottom – Just like the name says, the full bottom will provide full coverage and is one of the most preferred. This is the preferred choice of sportswomen, because it allows them easy movement, without having to worry about any faux pas! They are even called boy shorts or hipsters and are quite comfortable.  

 ·         Brazilian bottom – This is an import from the South Americas and is quite liked by women, who like to show off a bit! If you are looking for a little extra sun, then this would be a good choice.

 ·         Thong – If you really want to work on your tan and want to avoid any and all tan lines, then the thong should be your choice. Because the thong has an extremely skimpy cut, there will be next to no tan lines.

 ·         Side tie up – This is one of the most popular choice when it comes to bikinis, because it matches the tie-ups of the bikini tops. There will be strings on either side or even only on one side, making these highly adjustable and extremely comfortable.

 ·         High waist–The high waist will normally sit at the belly button, and is a good choice for women who do not want to show off too much skin or are worried about a low waisted bottom from slipping away.

 ·         Skirted bottom – Imagine a fun, flirty skirt and underneath it, a proper bikini bottom, which could be a proper waisted, Brazilian bottom or even a thong. This is a great way to provide a certain amount of coverage to your hips.

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