Welcome to You Are Supported (YAS): Your Partner in Recovery
At You Are Supported (YAS), we believe in empowering individuals on their healing journey.
Founded by a team of medical professionals and survivors, YAS was created to fill a critical gap in post-surgery care: providing comfortable, practical, and supportive solutions for those recovering from chest and upper torso trauma.
Our mission is simple—You Are Supported in every step of your recovery, both physically and emotionally.
Introducing our flagship product:
The YAS Bra
Specially designed with your needs in mind, this bra offers
unparalleled support and comfort like no other during your recovery process.
The Ultimate Post Surgery Bra that's adaptable
- Multiple Closures: The bra features a post-surgery bra front closure that allows you to easily wear and remove the garment without strain or discomfort. As well as right and left side closures for those with shoulder impingements or temporary lack of motion for a variety of reasons.
- Velcro, Not Metal: Prefer something even simpler? Our bra also has Velcro closures with 2" widths for comfort, ensuring a secure fit with minimal effort.
- Premium Materials: Made from soft, breathable fabric, this bra minimizes irritation and promotes healthy healing.
- Customizable Fit: Adjustable straps, chest band, closures for a range of sizes to ensure the perfect fit and desired amount of compression for every body type.
FAQS
Who can benefit from wearing this bra?
This bra is designed for anyone who has undergone upper torso and chest-trauma, including shoulder impingements mastectomies, lumpectomies, and reconstructive surgeries.
It’s also beneficial for those recovering from biopsies, mastitis, fibroids, calcifications, and even breastfeeding moms who need ice pads or relief from an overzealous mammogram. The bra is designed to provide comfort, breathability, and easy access to JP drains post-surgery.
What features make this bra suitable for post-surgery recovery?
The bra is designed with features that speed recuperation and provide maximum comfort:
- Thick elastic band with two unique drain access points (patent pending) for gentle accessibility and support.
- Front and side openings and strap closures with adjustable, wide luxe Velcro bands for ease of use and breast expansion.
- Breathable, EPA-approved antimicrobial treated mesh lining to support breast and nipple reconstruction.
- Lining pockets in cups and both sides for compression pads, ice and cooling packs to provide post-surgery relief.
- Made of 95% Polyester and 5% Spandex, with plastic buckle adjusters, Velcro, and a wire-free design.
How does this bra support emotional healing?
We understand that healing is not just physical, but emotional as well. That’s why our bras are designed to be comforting and beautiful, helping you feel more confident and supported during your recovery. We strive to build a caring relationship with our customers, offering not just a product, but compassionate support during what may be one of the most challenging times in your life.
Where are these bras designed and manufactured?
Our bras are designed with input from patients and clinicians in the USA to ensure they meet the highest standards of comfort and functionality during recovery.
Recent TitTalk Blogs
Beyond Healing
Tit Talk –
Beyond Healing: What Real Breast Surgery Recovery Actually Requires
Who is breast/chest surgery recovery really for?
If you’ve had a mastectomy, lumpectomy, breast reduction, reconstruction, gender-affirming surgery, or cardiac or lung surgery that impacts the chest, recovery isn’t just physical—it’s personal. Yet many people are handed the same uncomfortable, medical-looking garments and told to “make it work.”
At You Are Supported, we believe recovery garments should support the whole human being—body, mind, and daily life.
What does real recovery look like?
True breast surgery recovery goes far beyond incision care. It includes managing swelling, protecting healing tissue, accommodating surgical drains, restoring mobility, and helping people feel like themselves again. That’s why a well-designed pocket bra for cancer patients or post-surgical wear isn’t a luxury—it’s a medical necessity.
Our recovery bras are built for:
Secure drain management without pulling or pressure
Gentle, even compression informed by clinical needs
Soft, non-irritating materials safe for healing skin
Easy on/off access for limited mobility
This is comfort for post breast/chest surgery—not just in theory, but in real life.
When does support matter most?
Immediately.
The first days and weeks after surgery are when discomfort, vulnerability, and emotional fatigue peak. Unfortunately, this is also when patients are most often given garments that don’t fit their bodies, identities, or lives.
You Are Supported was created to meet people where they are—from day one through long-term healing and survivorship.
Where does YAS fit in recovery care?
We are proudly provider-first. Our designs integrate seamlessly into clinical workflows, making them easy for surgeons, nurses, PT/OT teams, and boutiques to recommend with confidence. Patients can receive a solution that works medically and personally—without extra steps or confusion.
Why does design matter so much?
Because recovery is not one-size-fits-all.
Our tenets guide every decision we make:
Science-Backed – Evidence-informed design trusted by providers
Human-Centered – Physical, mental, and emotional recovery matter
Inclusive by Design – Non-gendered, non-diagnostic, respectful
Provider-First – Built to integrate seamlessly into clinical workflows
Real Life Ready – Made for movement, comfort, and repeat wear
Healing doesn’t pause life—and your support garments shouldn’t either.
Recovery deserves dignity.
And dignity starts with being supported.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where we talk about survivorship, long-term wear, and redefining what a recovery bra can be.
Warmly,
Deana Fahn Johnson
Founder, You Are Supported
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Why did you create this bra?
Hi! I'm Deana!
After undergoing four surgeries on my right breast, I experienced the emotional and physical pain of post-surgery recovery.
The hospital-provided support bras were uncomfortable and lacked any sense of femininity or comfort. I wanted to create something that not only supports physically but also comforts emotionally, with beautiful designs and uplifting colors.
My mission is to provide comforting and comfortable clothing that aids in both the physical and emotional healing process.
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