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Post Surgical Bras

Medical Bras

You deserve comfort in your recovery. And for us, it's personal.

Healing demands gentleness—especially from what touches your skin every day. Our medical bras blend therapeutic support with genuine comfort, featuring adjustable compression, premium fabrics, and front closures that make daily wear effortless. Designed and created by us following a very long and frustrating experience shopping for bras following our mother's experience during her recovery from a lumpectomy and radiation. Because medical bras should support not just your body, but your entire healing journey.

Side view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing close-up of puff being inserted into pocket.

Serena Post-Surgical Bra

$70.00

2 colors, 8 sizes
  • X-Small (Band 28”)
  • Small (Band 30”–32”)
  • Medium (Band 32”–34”)
  • Large (Band 36”–38”)
  • X-Large (Band 40”–42”)
  • XX-Large (Band 44”–48”)
  • Queen (Band 50”–54”)
  • Super Queen (Band 56”–60”)
Front view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing snap at the top of patented double-zipper front opening, making it easier to zip.

Shirl Post-Surgical Bra

$70.00

2 colors, 8 sizes
  • X-Small (Band 28”)
  • Small (Band 30”–32”)
  • Medium (Band 32”–34”)
  • Large (Band 36”–38”)
  • X-Large (Band 40”–42”)
  • XX-Large (Band 44”–48”)
  • Queen (Band 50”–54”)
  • Super Queen (Band 56”–60”)
Front view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing insert of puff into bra pocket.

Larissa Post-Surgical Bra

$70.00

2 colors, 8 sizes
  • X-Small (Band 28”)
  • Small (Band 30”–32”)
  • Medium (Band 32”–34”)
  • Large (Band 36”–38”)
  • X-Large (Band 40”–42”)
  • XX-Large (Band 44”–48”)
  • Queen (Band 50”–54”)
  • Super Queen (Band 56”–60”)
Front view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing insert of puff into bra pocket.
Front view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing adjustable straps and front closure, tabs to manage drainage bulbs and wide flat band that won't roll or twist.
Front view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing how tabs work to manage drainage bulbs.
Front view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing close-up of adjustable strap.
Back view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing racerback design.
Larissa Post-Surgical Bra
Larissa Post-Surgical Bra
Front view of black Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing adjustable straps and front closure, tabs to manage drainage bulbs and wide flat band that won't roll or twist.
Front view of black Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing how tabs work to manage drainage bulbs.
Front view of black Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing close-up of adjustable strap.
Front view of black Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing adjustable front closure.
Back view of black Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing racerback design.
Larissa Post-Surgical Bra
Front view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing insert of puff into bra pocket.

Larissa Post-Surgical Bra

heart&core
SKU: Larissa-BXS
$70.00

Larissa Medical Bra Features:

Our adjustable Larissa Post-Surgical Medical Bra is one of a kind, offering a wide variety of sizes (be sure to find your heart&core size using our chart) and features that benefit recovery after breast surgery as post-mastectomy bras or for other upper body surgeries requiring drain management.

Adjustability

Soft but strong medical-grade Velcro® straps for adjustability and security without a scratchy feel

Front Opening

As front closure bras, these offer perfect medical compression with a simple and secure closure for every level of mobility

Drain Management

Patented Prody™ Drainage Bulb Holder (U.S. Patent #6,610,032) built in, with a wide, flat band for comfort, to manage drains comfortably and discreetly

Racerback Design

Sporty yet practical racerback design keeps straps from falling

Inclusive Sizing

Universal band sizing runs from X-Small (Band 28”–32”) up to Super Queen (Band 55”–60”)

Premium Fabrics

Premium fabric blend (95% nylon/5% spandex) is silky soft, strong, antimicrobial, breathable, dries quickly and maintains shape

No Itch Design

Seamless tag means no itching

FSA/HSA Eligible

Our bras are eligible for insurance reimbursement for breast cancer related surgeries with a prescription from your doctor

Internal Pockets

Ideal as post-mastectomy bras with pockets for breast insert/form, puffs (pair included) or ice

Front view of white Larissa Post-Surgical Bra for recovery with drain management, showing insert of puff into bra pocket.

Who Wears the Larissa™ Bra Best?

This post-op medical bra is ideally used for breast cancer bras or mastectomy bras, as well as breast reduction, reconstruction and heart/cardiac or lung surgical procedures requiring drains. Please contact us with questions at info@heartandcore.com.

An Important Note About Insurance Eligibility

Unfortunately we cannot process insurance, so please contact your insurance provider directly for more information. It's also FSA and HSA approved through sig-is.org

Side view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing close-up of puff being inserted into pocket.
Front view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing adjustable straps and front closure, and wide flat band that won't roll or twist.
Front view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing close-up of adjustable strap being opened.
Front view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing close-up of adjustable strap fastened in place.
Front view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing adjustable strap being opened.
Back view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing racerback design.
Front view of white Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing close-up of adjustable strap being opened.
Back view of white Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing racerback design.
Side view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing close-up of puff being inserted into pocket.

Serena Post-Surgical Bra

heart&core
SKU: Serena-BXS
$70.00

Serena Medical Bra Features:

Our Serena Post-Surgical Medical Bra is uniquely designed for post-surgery recovery, offering a wide variety of sizes (be sure to find your heart&core size using our chart) and features like adjustability for a custom fit, a non-rolling band and soft yet supportive fabric. Pockets make it an ideal mastectomy bra or for anyone recovering from chest or breast surgeries.

Adjustability

Soft but strong medical-grade Velcro® straps for adjustability and security without a scratchy feel

Front Opening

Front opening with simple, secure “do it yourself” closure for every level of mobility

Inclusive Sizing

Universal band sizing runs from X-Small (Band 28”–32”) up to Super Queen (Band 55”–60”)

Racerback Design

Sporty yet practical racerback design keeps straps from falling

Internal Pockets

Post-mastectomy design with pockets for breast insert/form, puffs (pair included) or ice 

Premium Fabrics

Premium fabric blend (95% nylon/5% spandex) is silky soft, strong, antimicrobial, breathable, dries quickly and maintains shape

No Itch Design

Seamless tag means no itching

FSA/HSA Eligible

Our bras are eligible for insurance reimbursement for breast cancer related surgeries with a prescription from your doctor

Back view of black Serena Bra for post-surgery recovery, showing racerback design.

Who Wears the Serena™ Bra Best?

This medical bra is designed for women in recovery who no longer have their drains or did not require drains after breast, heart or lung surgery, as well as shoulder and other upper body surgeries. Please contact us with questions at info@heartandcore.com.

The Mission Behind Our Brand

Like many of you, breast cancer has touched us personally. Our mother, aunt and grandmothers all received the frightening diagnosis. But it was after our mom recovered from surgery when we become even more involved—and inspired. Our mission is to make products that make a difference. Because for us, it’s personal. We support you.

Front view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing snap at the top of patented double-zipper front opening, making it easier to zip.
Front view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing patented easy-to-use double-zipper front opening, adjustable straps and front closure, and wide flat band that won't roll or twist.
Front view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing use of patented easy-to-use double-zipper front opening.
Front view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing adjustable strap with Velcro for easy use.
Back view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing racerback straps that won't slip or slide off shoulders.
Front view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing snap at the top of patented double-zipper front opening, making it easier to zip.

Shirl Post-Surgical Bra

heart&core
SKU: Shirl-BXS
$70.00

Shirl Medical Bra Features:

Designed with love in the USA, our adjustable Shirl Post Surgical Medical Bra embraces comfort with a fit focused on compression and ease for those after heart, breast, or chest surgery. Offered in a variety of sizes (be sure to find your heart&core size using our chart), these front closure bras adjust to each body's individual shape.

Adjustability

Soft but strong medical-grade Velcro® straps for adjustability and security without a scratchy feel

Double Zipper

Patent-pending double zipper allows for adjustability in front closure. Use outer zipper first and as swelling or bloating decreases or weight is lost, use inner zipper for tighter fit

Secure Snaps

Convenient snap at the top makes it easier to zip it up

Wide Band

Wide, flat band prevents rolling or twisting

No Itch Design

Seamless tag means no itching

Racerback Style

Sporty yet practical racerback design keeps straps from falling

Premium Fabrics

Premium fabric blend (95% nylon/5% spandex) is silky soft, strong, antimicrobial, breathable, dries quickly and maintains shape

Inclusive Sizing

Universal band sizing runs from X-Small (Band 28”–32”) up to Super Queen (Band 55”–60”)

FSA/HSA Eligible

Our bras are eligible for insurance reimbursement for breast cancer related surgeries with a prescription from your doctor

Back view of black Shirl Post-Surgical Bra for heart surgery and other procedures limiting mobility, showing racerback straps that won't slip or slide off shoulders.

Who Wears the Shirl Bra Best?

This medical bra adapts to a changing body, making it ideal after heart surgery or other upper body surgeries and procedures that limit mobility, breast augmentation, lifts and reduction, as well as for those working to lose weight. Please contact us with questions at info@heartandcore.com.

Features to Look for in Medical Bras

✓ Wide, adjustable shoulder straps with medical-grade Velcro

✓ Seamless construction to avoid irritation

✓ Front closure for easy removal

✓ Practical design elements such as drain holders

✓ Built-in pockets to securely hold breast forms, puffs, or cooling inserts

✓ Racerback design for no-slip straps

✓ Wide elastic band beneath the bust

✓ Firm but gentle compression

✓ Heal-friendly features with no rough edges

✓ Soft breathable fabric blends that don't contain cotton

✓ True to size measurements