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    Better Know a Brand | Postsurgical Support

    Post-Surgery Lingerie with Added Glamour: Embody Paris

    ByEstelle May 28, 2019 9:19 am

    One area of the industry that gets very little press is post-surgery lingerie. And yet there is some exciting and innovating stuff going on here. And one such brand to take note of is Embody Paris. Embody Paris describes itself as “a fresh look at post-surgery lingerie.” In a sector known for its bland, utilitarian…

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    Opinion & News

    Stop Calling Women Ageless: One Senior’s Rant

    Byelisabeth June 12, 2018 7:43 am

    I’m 62 and have never been happier in my entire life (no lie). But I’m starting to get very irritated (no, make that pissed off) about the beauty industry’s latest catchphrase: ageless beauty. Commercials either try to sell me some anti-aging cream to erase my wrinkles or tell me I need to wear an age-defying…

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  • Thoughts On Turning 60
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    Thoughts On Turning 60

    Byelisabeth May 4, 2016 9:24 am

    I’ve got a big birthday coming up this weekend. I’m turning 60. It’s hard not to look back as one moves into a new decade. I’ve faced some significant life changes in the past ten years. When I celebrated my 50th year, I was married, living in a gated community in North Seattle, and managing…

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  • What No One Tells You About Boob Jobs
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    What No One Tells You About Boob Jobs

    Byelisabeth July 29, 2015 9:49 am

    Today’s boob job is about more than buying breast implants. The term is also used to refer to breast lifts, reductions, or a combination lift and augmentation with implants. It depends on the breast results you have in mind. Women who lose breast volume after multiple pregnancies or rapid weight loss will replace it with implants….

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  • Nipple Madness: What Normal?
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    Nipple Madness: What Normal?

    Byelisabeth July 1, 2015 9:16 am

    The media obsesses over women’s nipples. My news feed fills with reports on nip slips — affectionately referred to as wardrobe malfunctions, even when clothing has nothing to do with their exposure. But what’s the big deal? Aren’t all nipples the same? And how do you know if you have normal nipples? I pondered this…

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    Bra Wear & Care

    Want Bigger Breasts or Cleavage? Double Scoop Review

    Byelisabeth March 18, 2015 11:30 am

    Sometimes boobs need a little boost. It’s about fashion and personal preference. You may have a plunging summer top or sexy swimsuit in need of cleavage, or a special occasion dress that could use some lift. It’s not a matter of simply adding inches. I needed to prop up my breasts after multiple pregnancies left them with less volume….

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  • Boobs in the News: Podcasts From the Front
    Opinion & News

    Boobs in the News: Podcasts From the Front

    Byelisabeth May 29, 2013 7:33 amMay 31, 2025 5:39 pm

    Writing a book about women’s breasts made me appreciate the power of boobs. For example, I never realized how often women’s breasts appeared in the news. No, I’m not talking about public nip slips or cleavage baring celebrity selfies posted on social media. I’m referring to the stories that uncover every aspect of breast ownership….

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    Postsurgical Support

    National BRA Day: Plastic Surgeons Promote Breast Reconstruction

    Bythebreastlife October 11, 2012 2:46 pm

    This October 17th marks the first National BRA Day. No, it’s not about promoting a better bra fit, although a campaign along those lines wouldn’t be a bad idea. (I could use a yearly reminder to replenish my lingerie drawers with new sizes and styles.) This National BRA Day initiative is brought to you by…

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  • Breast Cancer and Health Insurance: What’s Covered and What’s Not
    Breast Health | Postsurgical Support

    Breast Cancer and Health Insurance: What’s Covered and What’s Not

    Bythebreastlife August 1, 2012 6:21 pmMay 31, 2025 5:42 pm

    What’s the one body part Medicare won’t pay to replace with a custom made prosthesis? You guessed it, a woman’s breast. Insurance, in most cases, does pay for a non-custom prosthetics and/or surgical reconstruction (using implants or existing muscle and fat to build a new breast). But reconstruction isn’t an option for everyone, nor is it a…

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  • Mommy Makeovers: Alternatives to Plastic Surgery
    Maternity & Nursing

    Mommy Makeovers: Alternatives to Plastic Surgery

    Bythebreastlife May 16, 2011 11:23 pmJune 15, 2025 5:27 pm

    According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, young mothers in their 30s are signing up for multiple procedures like tummy tucks, breast lifts, augmentations, and liposuction. Ten years ago, the target demographic for these operations was a female closer to 50 — like me. But no one wants to wait that long to get their…

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