Fitting Bras Highlights Comfort and Confidence for Women
A survey of industry experts and store fitters shows most women wear the wrong bra size, with ill fitting straps, cups, and bands common. The article urges annual professional fittings, explains measurement methods, and warns against improper care that wears out bras.
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Karen Bromley
Intimate Apparel Council
Gney
Journal
Carolyn Avila
Playtex
Carol Schenbel
Bromley
Bromiley
Ruth’s
Kay Reed
Knight Ridder
Barbara Uhing
Cranston
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Ida Rosenthal's bra sizing sparks Maidenform firm birth
Seamstress Ida Rosenthal created cup sized bras to flatter larger busts during the 1920s. Her innovation helped launch Maidenform Brassiere Co in 1923, reshaping undergarment design and women’s fashion.
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Ida Rosenthal
Maiden Farm Brassiere Co
Medical weight loss breakthroughs lecture announced
Medical breakthroughs for obesity treatment will be presented by Dr. Huffman and team in a free lecture Monday February 22 at 7 30 p m in conference room A at St Johns West Shore Hospital Westlake. Residents of Middleburg Heights Westlake Lorain Elyria may register by calling 440 239 0540.
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Huffman
St. Johns-West Shore Hospital
Westlake
Shy eight‑month‑old fears leaving mom tests patience
Dear Mom of Eight Month Old Child explains that many babies at eight months separate anxiety stems from brain development enabling recognition of familiar faces. Crying when a parent leaves is common and temporary as new faces become familiar. Parents can leave the room if the child is safe, and caregiving arrangements need not require constant carrying.
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Dr. Sylvia
Pet odors in motel room prompt reader advice
A Fayetteville reader complains of a dog odor in a no pets room and allergy reaction after staying in a Pennsylvania motel. The manager dismisses the rule, suggesting pet tolerance. Abby advises booking pet allergic rooms on request and sharing allergy details at booking.
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Abby
Pennsylvania
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