Though my DD does not have developmental delays she does have sensory integration issues and cannot stand seams across the chest, elastic, tags, embroidery, and all sorts of other things in her clothes. I shudder to think how she's going to react to a bra in a few years.

Does your DD tolerate the tank tops with shelf bras inside them? I like to wear those in the summer and I hardly feel the shelf.

Does she not like the sports bras? They never worked for me, but I think they'd not feel much different than a leotard? Some girls I knew in college only wore sports bras because they're so much more comfy.

I've been very large ever since the age of 14 and couldn't go without a bra. I had reduction surgery in '98 and am still a DD cup size. But the clothes with built-in bras work for me and are really very comfy.

Good luck, my dear. I hope you find something that works for her.

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