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== Choosing the right breast form == | == Choosing the right breast form == | ||
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There are five main shapes of breast form: oval (or teardrop), round, triangle, asymmetrical and a breastplate. There's two main shapes for the back of the forms too - concave/shell (for those who have some breast tissue), and flat (for those without)<ref>https://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/information-support/facing-breast-cancer/living-beyond-breast-cancer/your-body/breast-prostheses/prosthesis-styles</ref>. | There are five main shapes of breast form: oval (or teardrop), round, triangle, asymmetrical and a breastplate. There's two main shapes for the back of the forms too - concave/shell (for those who have some breast tissue), and flat (for those without)<ref>https://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/information-support/facing-breast-cancer/living-beyond-breast-cancer/your-body/breast-prostheses/prosthesis-styles</ref>. | ||
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Also known as a cleavage top, these allow the wearer to wear lower cut outfits. The join around the neck is the more noticeable thing here, but it can be hidden with makeup or chokers. | Also known as a cleavage top, these allow the wearer to wear lower cut outfits. The join around the neck is the more noticeable thing here, but it can be hidden with makeup or chokers. | ||
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====Foam==== | ====Foam==== | ||
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Taking care of a breast prostheses is rather like taking care of yourself. Wash it daily with soap and warm water, then dry with a soft cloth or towel, or air dry. Silicone prostheses may come with a cradle or plastic packaging. Store those in the packaging/cradle to help preserve the shape of the prostheses. Do not use anything you would not use on your skin to help preserve the life of your forms. | Taking care of a breast prostheses is rather like taking care of yourself. Wash it daily with soap and warm water, then dry with a soft cloth or towel, or air dry. Silicone prostheses may come with a cradle or plastic packaging. Store those in the packaging/cradle to help preserve the shape of the prostheses. Do not use anything you would not use on your skin to help preserve the life of your forms. | ||
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==Donations== | ==Donations== | ||
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Places who offer giveaways, or give help to those looking for breast forms: | |||
Crochet breasts: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWNses5JmjK_D88uKF58t0qyvwXDTAq63whOU1BUOGppr19w/viewform order form] | * Crochet breasts: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWNses5JmjK_D88uKF58t0qyvwXDTAq63whOU1BUOGppr19w/viewform order form] | ||
==See also == | ==See also == | ||