Can a postpartum body support garment help reduce my Cesarean scar?
Today, Cesarean scars are far smaller and heal faster than what our mothers may have experienced. A typical Cesarean incision is approximately 4-6” long and is placed horizontally across the bikini line. Although, the resulting scar is usually very small and easily concealed, many women are concerned with how visible their Cesarean scar may be. […]
Your Letters
Mariko, Thank you so much for listening to me ramble on for what seemed like hours about my garment disaster. I can’t believe that I spent two days after surgery hobbling around from department stores to discount stores looking for a compression garment. If I had only called Design Veronique before I had my lipo…I […]
Zippered vs. Non-Zippered Garments
One of the most common questions we get is, “What is the difference between a zippered and non-zippered compression garment?” This is a great question and I’d like to explain the benefits for both styles and the appropriate time to use them. Zippered garments: A medical compression garment is applied to a patient immediately following […]
Debunking the Myths of Postpartum Compression and Shapewear
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Richmond, California, September 1, 2009 – Compression apparel has exploded into the marketplace. Its arrival has spurred debate and controversy by diverse groups. Runners claim compression clothing makes them faster with less time needed for recovery. Fashion enthusiasts tout compression products as the answer to dieting. The latest group targeted by compression […]
Athletic Bras Are For Sports – Especially When It Comes to Breast Surgery Recovery
Athletic bras are popular options among many patients after having a breast augmentation because they are made with soft fabrics and do not have underwires. Underwire bras are a big no-no after a breast augmentation because the breast tissue that sits on the wire can become permanently marked. An athletic bra is nothing like a […]
Bob Wants To Go Running…Comfortably
“Bob” was clearly uncomfortable when he called me last week. I knew immediately what he was looking for but these conversations are always delicate – so I let him set the pace. “I, um, need something for under my t-shirt,” he stammered. “I have a lot of discomfort when I’m trying to workout and my […]
Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
I had the most amazing customer call last week. She is courageously battling breast cancer. She had recently undergone a Mastectomy followed by a TRAM Flap (transverse rectus abdominus myocutaneous), a procedure that reconstructs a breast using muscle, fat, and skin from the abdomen. Both surgeries went well and her recovery moved forward at a […]
I’m having a breast augmentation. What is the right bra for my procedure?
Design Veronique Postsurgical Bras offer different levels of support and compression and are designed to address specific aesthetic or reconstructive breast procedures. First and foremost, we recommend following the advice of your physician when choosing a postsurgical bra. Many physicians we work with typically recommend a supportive bra after a breast augmentation. The bra is used […]
FDA Approved Body Support Products Offer Relief to Women Undergoing Postpartum Cesarean Recovery
Richmond, California, August 18, 2009 – Cesarean births have increased dramatically in the United States, and worldwide, over the past few years. In the United States, the National Center for Health Statistics cites over 30% of all US births in 2006 were delivered by Cesarean Section. While many debate the reasons for the increase in […]
Get Better Results: Choose The Right Product In The Right Size
I spoke to “Victoria” this week. She had lost 120 pounds over the course of 7 years. Wow, what an accomplishment! While she was thrilled with the weight loss, she couldn’t fully enjoy it because she was so displeased with the sagging excess skin left behind. After consulting with several surgeons, she decided to undergo […]