Wearing a bra at night won’t stop boobs from sagging

According to Dr Patel, this is no magic method to keep breasts positioned on your body in the same way forever. “Some women may feel that wearing a bra can help to reduce sagging of their breasts, but this is more a matter of personal preference as there is no clear evidence to support this,” she says.

“Cooper’s ligaments and the fibrocollagenous septa are connective tissues in the breast that help maintain structural integrity. These will stretch over time, and this causes breasts to sag. There is no evidence that wearing a bra will reduce or stop the process. Menopause and hormonal changes, such as a decrease in oestrogen, causes breast tissue to lose elasticity.”

She adds: “Women may also find that after pregnancy and breastfeeding there’s a higher chance the breast tissue will stretch and the ligaments become loose. Exercise without support may also affect breasts, as high-impact workouts without a properly supportive bra cause breasts to bounce and the ligaments to loosen over time.” Take that as a timely reminder to wear a good sports bra suitable for the intensity of your workout.

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