How to....

How to know when to get a bra: Take this test, and see what the answers say.

1. Your chest is sore and you're getting boobs.... you think...
A) Definitely
B) Nope
C) Yeah, a little

2. Sometimes your shirts rub and become uncomfortable
A) Definitely
B) Nope
C) Yeah, mildly

3. When you run, you notice a little more... jiggle-age
A) Definitely
B) Not really
C) Yeah, a little.

4. You'd like a bra
A) Definitely
B) Nope
C) Yeah, a little

5. You can see your nipples through your shirts
A) Definitely
B) Nope
C) Yeah, a little

Mostly A's: Time for a cup bra. This is a bra that gives you full support and coverage. Read on to find your size.

Mostly B's: You don't really need a bra, but if most of your friends have them, and you want one, I would definitely suggest you get a couple cute camisole bras. And don't worry, just because you don't have large breasts now doesn't mean you'll be flat forever :)

Mostly C's: You're ready for either or sports bra or camisole bra. These come in number sizes, so it's easy to find a good one that fits. These are bras the have some support, but mostly coverage, as they are only fabric, instead of fabric and padding. You can get them at Lasenza girl, the Bay, and Gap.

To find your cup bra size, read this article: http://www.wikihow.com/Measure-Your-Bra-Size
I wish I could help you girls out more, but honestly, I'm a 34 A, which is fairly small, and I'm so not a whizz at calculating bra sizes. In fact, I suck.

How to ask your mum (or guardian) for a bra:
Hopefully, you have a cool parent who says, "Hey, I think you need a bra" before you can even consider it, and take you out to get a few. If you don't follow these few steps:
1. Get them alone, when you have lots of time.
2. Ask to hear about when you were a baby. Your mum will probably gush for a while before saying, "Look how grown up you are now!"
3. If she doesn't say this, say it yourself. She'll probably agree.
4. Say, "Mum, I am growing up, and I'd really like a bra. Can you take me out to get one?"
Most mums want to be there for your first bra, so humor them instead of going out with your friends.

How to get your DAD to get you a bra:
Some girls don't have a mum, or just don't have one living with them. You can ask for help from a friend's mum if you need it, but try to corner a friend who wears bras and get them to take you shopping for one
1. Walk up to him and say, "Dad I need some money for shopping with my friends this weekend" If your dad is the type who doesn't like shelling out money for shopping, say that you need it for bras. They'll probably feel awkward and hand over the money right away.

I really hope this long post helps at least a few girls,
Love,
Olivia