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Mastectomy swimsuits look like any other well-designed swimsuit. But these post-surgery one-pieces have discreet pockets for one or two prostheses.
No reason for you to not have a swim. Or just to relax and lay down in a well-fitted bathing suit!.
- Amoena Malta pocketed mastectomy swimsuit | B-C cups
- Amoena Ayon tankini top pocketed swimsuit | B-C cups
- Amoena Key West pocketed swimsuit with zipper | B-D cups
- Amoena women’s Aqua Wave Swim breast form | AA-G
- Amoena Rhodes polyester chlorine-resistance swimsuit | B-C cups
- Penbrooke mastectomy blouson soft cup tummy control swimsuit | 10-16
- Penbrooke Women’s Krinkle Chlorine-Proof Mastectomy High Neck 8-18
- Penbrooke Plus-Size krinkle chlorine-proof mastectomy scoop neck | 22-26 plus
- Land’s End plus size mastectomy chlorine resistant swimsuit soft cup
- Land’s End mastectomy slender v-neck chlorine resistant skirted swimsuit | 8-18
What is a mastectomy swimsuit?
A mastectomy bathing suit is designed with discreet prosthetic pockets. The pockets can hold one or two breast prostheses or other inserts.
Post-mastectomy swimwear is suitable for all women after an operation and may have had a single or double mastectomy. Some great brands like Amoena, Land’s End, and Penbrooke do a great job designing beautiful swimwear with pockets.
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Features of a mastectomy swimsuit
As a mastectomy swimsuit may look like any other swimsuit, it sure is a design that is well thought through by its designers.
Features of a post-surgery swimsuit
- discreet pockets inside the cups of the swimwear
- breast prosthesis can be placed in either one or in both cups
- suitable for women having had a single or a double mastectomy
- the pockets provide a secure layer between you and the breast form
- a high neckline may hide surgical scars
- a higher neckline prevents the sun from to much sun exposure
- smaller armholes that can cover scars that you might have
- under the arm support especially helpful for full mastectomy or lumpectomy issues
- slimming features like tummy control panels
- they are usually wire-free
A mastectomy swimsuit gives you the confidence of not risking your breasts form to slip. The soft pocketed soft cups provide for that.
I’ve selected 10 mastectomy swimsuits from the brands Amoena, Land’s End, and PenBrooke. Let’s have a swim!
Or just relax in ‘m…
Check out our guide on Mastectomy bras and swimwear here »
10 mastectomy bathing suits | 3 brands
1. Amoena Malta pocketed mastectomy swimsuit | B-C cups
Amoena Malta pocketed mastectomy swimsuit | See details Amoena store at Amazon.com
A one-piece swimsuit from Amoena’s Malta swimwear collection. Made in a beautiful blue or red. It has a medium height neckline with ruffles. And the ruffles I like, they are flattering allover.
Most styles of Amoena swimwear have B and C cup fittings, with a selection ranging from AA through to F.
2. Amoena Ayon tankini top pocketed swimsuit | B-C cups
Amoena Ayon tankini top pocketed swimsuit | See details Amoena store at Amazon.com
Not a one-piece, but I surely wanted to show you this comfortable tankini top with wide-set shoulder straps. A flattering loose fit top for all women. Made with 20% Lycra Spandex for a great fit and shape.
3. Amoena Key West pocketed swimsuit with zipper | B-D cups
Amoena Key West pocketed swimsuit with zipper | See details Amoena store at Amazon.com
This zippered swimsuit comes in dark blue and in black. A racer-back style with flattering panel seams. Zipper opens all the way, so it’s easy to put on and take off!
4. Amoena women’s Aqua Wave Swim breast form | AA-G
Amoena women’s Aqua Wave Swim breast form | See details Amoena store at Amazon.com
These swim prosthesis are made from a clear silicone which is water-resistant and dries quickly.
The Aqua Wave swim form is much lighter than normal breast forms. You’ll notice that these lightweights are designed for swimming. They are made to make you feel very comfortable and confident in and outside the water.
Features raised waves that allow air and water to flow through for reduced suction. Packaged with a stylish waterproof drawstring bag that can hold a wet swimsuit.
5. Amoena Rhodes polyester chlorine-resistance swimsuit | B-C cups
Amoena Rhodes polyester chlorine-resistance swimsuit | See details Amoena store at Amazon.com
A sportive style swimsuit from Amoena. Made out of 100% chlorine resistant fabric. Panel seams in front for a slim silhouette
Great if you swim a lot or doing water aerobics. Super soft cups to hold your form or forms.
6. Penbrooke mastectomy blouson soft cup tummy control swimsuit | 10-16
Penbrooke Women’s Swimwear Jungle Exotic Mastectomy Blouson Soft Cup Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit | See details at Amazon.com
A Penbrooke one-piece designed in nylon with 18% LYCRA® Spandex. It is a blouson top with mastectomy pockets and built-in soft cups. The top has tummy control and comes with a solid bottom.
7. Penbrooke Krinkle chlorine-resistant mastectomy high neck maillot swimsuit| 8-18
Penbrooke Women’s Krinkle Chlorine-Proof Mastectomy High Neck Maillot Swimsuit | See details at Amazon.com
A one-piece swimsuit by PenBrooke made of polyester which makes it chlorine proof. High neck cross back design and tummy control.
8. Penbrooke Plus-Size crinkle chlorine-proof mastectomy scoop neck | 22-26
Penbrooke Women’s Plus-Size Krinkle Chlorine-Proof Mastectomy Scoop Neck Sheath One Piece Swimsuit | See details at Amazon.com
This plus size swimsuit is made of 80% nylon and 20% spandex. Tummy control and soft cups that are pocketed for mastectomy breast forms.
9. Land’s End plus size mastectomy chlorine resistant swimsuit soft cup
Women’s Plus Size Mastectomy Chlorine Resistant Tugless One Piece Swimsuit Soft Cup | See details at Landsend.com
This plus size bathing suit comes in black, deep-sea navy, or blue. Designed in a classic and simple scoop neck and back. A slightly higher neckline and armholes for added coverage
10. Land’s End mastectomy slender v-neck chlorine resistant skirted swimsuit | 8-18
Land’s End mastectomy slender v-neck chlorine resistant skirted swimsuit | 8-18 | See details at Landsend.com
A classic black swimsuit with a V-neckline. The subtle skirted overlay makes this a very elegant and flattering one-piece. Of course, this swimsuit has soft cup bra cups with prosthesis pockets.
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