One day sheās your tiny little girl, barely able to dress herself without your help, and in the blink of an eye sheās your growing preteen ready for some independence. As our daughters start their journey into puberty, along comes the experience of growing breasts. Every girl is different and will develop at her own time, in her own shape and size.
When do you know itās time to start shopping for her very first bra ā a training bra? A good indicator that your girl has reached training bra age is that she's simply expressing interest in getting one. Even if your girl hasn't let you know she's ready for a training bra, if she's noticeably developing, experiencing pain from lack of support, or starting to be active in sports, itās time.
And what is a training bra anyway?
Just like our own adult bras, an ideal training bra is comfortable enough to wear daily but also provides ample support and coverage. Lightly lined bras are a great way to introduce girls to the basics of wearing this new undergarment and practice (see ātrainā) until sheās ready for the full-on bra experience. We want our girls to feel confident! (Pun intended!)
Hereās a roundup of five great training bras for girls.
Maidenform Girl Big Girlsā Seamless V-Neck Crop Bra
$12.58
from
Amazon.com
This Maidenform Girl Big Girls' Slim Seamless V-Neck Bra comes in sizes small to extra large and features smooth, no-show nylon and spandex fabric that will look good under all of her clothes. This training bra has doubled fabric but no padding. The seamless and wireless design has adjustable straps so itās comfortable and supportive.
Fruit of the Loom Girlās Big Cotton Bras - 3 Pack
$10
from
Amazon.com
These Fruit of the Loom Girl's Big Cotton Bras are effective everyday bras for girls. The classic cut and stretchy fabric will keep her supported without restricting her. Thereās an extra layer of fabric inside the front of this training bra for extra modesty. The ribbed band adds support and comfort while the thick straps and breathable cotton offer freedom to move and play.
Old Navy Printed Cami Bra - 2 Pack for Girls
$15
from
OldNavy.com
Old Navy brings the fun to training bras in kid-friendly patterns (think florals, tie-dye) on these cami bras. Theyāre made of soft, lightweight cotton jersey without the added support or shaping that older girls sometimes require. These are the perfect choice for an elementary-aged girl or young tween.
Maidenform Girlsā Pullover Comfort Lace Bra
$9
from
Target.com
If your girl is at the training bra age and is finding that her breasts are feeling awkward because theyāre not growing in perfectly symmetrical, we may have a solution. The Maidenform Girlsā Pullover Comfort Lace Bra has softly shaped wire-free cups that add shape while still maintaining an age-appropriate level of modesty. It features a pretty racer back lace detail, and the pull-over design allows her to put on with ease.
Hanes Girls Comfort Flex Fit Wide Strap Seamless Racerback - 2 Pack
$10
from
Amazon.com
Whether she's playing sports, hanging out on the weekend or doing schoolwork, girls can wear this bra with comfort and confidence. It gets rave reviews on Amazon for being stretchy and soft via the Comfort flex fit 4-way stretch fabric. It features cool wicking fabric to keep her comfortable for hours of play or lounging.
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