ok, so I know that there are a lot of threads about binders, but I'm hoping to set one up that people can use as a reference fro different 'growth' (boob) sizes and different companies. So, like I want to try and get a post for every bra size. A-E or F or what have you. If you have A-sized growths and you use a binder from say... T-Kingdom and it works REALLY (and I mean like practically-flat) well, then post it so that everyone in the same range can look there and get a good idea of were to shop.
tell me if this doesn't make sense XD
the reason I'm starting this is because I'm a B-cup and I DESPERATLy need a new binder, but I'm not sure where to go or what size to get. I'm sure other people are having the same problem ><
Well, I'm an A and I got the tri top from Underworks. It was awesome (see my default pic)
I'm a B, and I use cotton concealer muscle Ts from Underworks... they don't last an incredibly long time, though. I'm looking to find something better, hopefully something not so danged hot & sweat-invoking in this steamy Los Angeles weather... so if anyone has any ideas, please let me know.
S.D.
Well I will throw my two cents in even though it has been years since I bound. Sorry but that makes me smile just remembering how happy I am to be free of those growths.
I was a "C" cup after I had been binding for a while. I wore the walmart neoprene back support over a T shirt. The black and red one was best but the blue one worked it just wore out quickly and didn't flatten as well. It sucked, I had to pull it up periodically and diving into water with it on meant that it would be around my waist. But most importantly no one could tell that I wasn't flat. If I could have afforded it I would have bought a compression vest. Before I used the neoprene binder I used tensors or ACE bandages. That was worse, it took 3 just to bring things under control and was constantly coming undone.
People should bear in mind that I bound for 7 years and was so stubborn that even when the doctors told me that I was killing myself I wouldn't stop. I didn't care that I was hot, sweaty or in excruciating pain. I could have choose options that would have made me look smaller but not flat that wouldn't have hurt nearly as much or done the damage that was done but I couldn't bear people to know what was underneath. By the end every time I put it on I screamed and many days when I took it off the pain was so overwhelming I threw up and curled on the floor shaking. I couldn't eat with it on. I had pneumonia at least 4 times in the year prior to having surgery. I couldn't breathe or move freely. I still have problems with inflammation between my ribs and the muscles still haven't fully recovered no matter how much I work out. It really stretched out the tissue too.
So there it is my experience. Hopefully it won't be like that for others and apart from the heat most people I know who used this binder were fine. I suffered as I did because I wore the damn thing for 7 years for at least 14 hours a day and sometime 24/7 because I didn't want to see my chest. I suffered because surgery wasn't something I could afford because I was on a disability pension that takes away whatever you save and insurance didn't cover trans surgery. I finally had a genetic specialist take pity on me and in a desperate bid to get me to go away wrote the recommendation letter to get coverage for surgery under cancer risk. I still remember that moment that I looked down and knew that I didn't have to crush my chest anymore.
->-bleeped-<-boy
^Ouch dude.
I used tape (yes, duct tape, also that clear box packaging tape, used it over an undershirt) but that is not recommended for reasons that the above poster stated. It can mess up your lungs and ribs and such...I only used that method for a year...still, I'm lucky that I didn't do damage. Now I use the tri top from Underworks. It wears out fast, but it does a good job of binding while it lasts. Before the binder, I would also use neoprene waist trimmer belts, control top pantyhose with the crotch cut out, putting it on like a shirt, using the legs as sleeves or cutting them off entirely. All painful methods. The tri top is still somewhat uncomfortable. It cuts into my shoulders and leaves my skin irritated. Still, it's less damaging than using tape or ace bandages. Those should be avoided at all costs. Get surgery as soon as you can...your body will thank you.
hey cool! Thanks guys! It's cool to hear what everyone's done (no matter how painful ><). I use a tri-top from underworks as well, but it really isn't binding very well anymore. That couldn't have anything to do with the fact that it's second-hand, could it? ::) But it sounds like the tri-tops and the compression shirts do work well, so I shall look into one of those. Thanks again. I hope others can get useful advise from this thread.
And to all those veterans of the the Binding Battle, I hope that you and your chest are happy for the rest of your days! :3
Shige
32a fits me.
Thank God I don't have a C or a D cup.
I would've sliced them off long ago! ::)
I don't use anything, I wear baggy shirts.
Lately been thinking about doing what Brandon did in Boys Don't Cry.
What's this "Underworks"?
ftm.underworks.com
i'm not exactly sure what i am/was. Either b or c? Underworks tritop is what i use.
Ah, God, this sucks.
Will my Mum agree in me using her Bank account for this?
if not go with the layer method
Quote from: fluffy jorgen on April 01, 2008, 06:00:20 PM
Lately been thinking about doing what Brandon did in Boys Don't Cry.
What did Brandon do? I have never seen Boys dont cry??
Sorry.
Do recommend it!
The bandages you can get at every Chemist's.
Not sure how much you'd have to buy though.
I'm somewhere between an A and a B. I wear the Underworks Tri-Top. It's working out OK -- especially when exercising. When I'm just hanging out, though, I often just wear a regular shirt over a sportsbra and a jockey undershirt. I'm dreading layering during the summer, though.
By the way, anyone have any advice for taking off the Tri-Top?! I look like Houdini trying to get out of that sucker! Actually, I can take it off with a little effort, but I'm afraid of stretching it out or tearing it with all the yanking. (Houdini didn't rip things, right?)
Quote from: Jay on April 02, 2008, 07:03:50 AM
Quote from: fluffy jorgen on April 01, 2008, 06:00:20 PM
Lately been thinking about doing what Brandon did in Boys Don't Cry.
What did Brandon do? I have never seen Boys dont cry??
I think he used tensor bandages. They are a bit of a pain because they roll up and slide down.
Dennis
Careful with tensors/ ACE bandages for reference these are what a doctor puts on when you sprain your ankle or the like. It provide temporary compression and support. The problem with these is you need a few that are tight to get it to look right and they don't survive long. Of course the other problems are hot, rolls down or to the side or up or worse you could have a breast stick out between layers and let me tell you that does nothing to help you pass. Brendon in boys don't cry used them and yes I started with them but quickly gave up after going through dozens stretched out bandages and a few bad moments where the binding failed. If you are going to use them get the 6 or 8 inch wide ones at least. Never ever cross half a breast because it will fail.
->-bleeped-<-boy
My boobs are not equally big. One is A, the other rather B. The problem with them is that they are very protruding and pointy so even really baggy shirts can't hide them even though there is hardly any material so to speak.
At the moment I'm only using tight girl sleeveless shirts or undershirts I bought before realizing my transsexuality. They are far from perfect, but at least they keep my boobs from sticking out and I can were them under anything. That's enough for the moment because I don't want to out myself at school two months before graduating anyway.
I tried duct tape today, but it isn't really for me. While wearing it was okay, but after taking it off (I wore it for less than 2 hours) my breasts hurt and are still aching a little now (more than eight hours later)--doing it longer or contiuously would probably be devasting for my health...
But I plan on buying a flat swimsuit top for girls. I already tried one on (but didn't buy it because they had no discreet colors) and I think it will be perfect for me: swimsuit fabric is tenser than my undershirts and it only covers the chest area, so it won't be that hot; also it is cut for girls that haven't got boobs yet which makes a big difference too.
I only hope it won't get too uncomfortable when I wear it for longer periodes of time.
^You say they're "pointy"? They do lose density over time as you bind more often...
But fcking A man...don't use duct tape. If you must, please use it over an undershirt so it's not right on top of your skin.
Also, no matter what method of binding you use, it will always be uncomfortable to some degree. Even the binders from underworks are somewhat uncomfortable...itchy too...it's a small price to pay though, imo.
I take off my tri top by pulling it over my head...and put it in by stepping into it.
Quote from: zombiesarepeaceful on April 02, 2008, 05:24:43 PM
^You say they're "pointy"? They do lose density over time as you bind more often...
But fcking A man...don't use duct tape. If you must, please use it over an undershirt so it's not right on top of your skin.
I would say so, they are actually very small, but as I said can be clearly made out under very baggy clothes--rather annoying.
And I won't use duct tape. I wanted to try it because I heard some people used it, but besides being very uncomfortable (and as I learned in this thread
very unhealthy) and much more difficult to apply, it didn't really looked better than my undershirts. There is absolutely no reason for me to try this again. :)
I know that any binder is more or less uncomfortable, but some more so than others--I just hope I will be able to wear it for some hours without much problems.
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Like I've said in another thread I'm big and I've tried a few different kinds of inexpensive binders, none of them are great. The most effective is the ace bandage, but as stated before they roll down and stretch so it's only temporary. Plus if you get it as tight as it needs to be you can't really breathe in them.
I've shelled out a few more dollars and got a back support bandage, it's not inexpensive but it doesn't cost as much as getting a binder shipped from underworks, plus if you're living with people who might go through your packages it's a good alternative. I got it at RiteAid for $30. With some modifications I'm quite pleased. It's more breathable than an ace bandage and compresses better.
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How you'll wear it.
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Let me know if you want more details on how it's modified.
Gotta confess, I never got the hang of binding. Did it a few times and it hurt like hell. I was lucky and could afford chest surgery before I could pass as male anyway, so I just got em lopped off. Kind of helped that I did it that early because I was nervous about going into the US and not passing as male, so I just shaved close, dressed in drag and told customs I was going down for plastic surgery on my breasts. Then when I got there I went to a barber and got my hair cut normally. Coming back to Canada was not a problem, thank god.
But yeah, no matter what you do it's uncomfortable. I tried about 47 different binders before I found one I could live with for at least a day.
Dennis
Quote from: Osiris on April 17, 2008, 10:41:59 PM
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Like I've said in another thread I'm big and I've tried a few different kinds of inexpensive binders, none of them are great. The most effective is the ace bandage, but as stated before they roll down and stretch so it's only temporary. Plus if you get it as tight as it needs to be you can't really breathe in them.
I've shelled out a few more dollars and got a back support bandage, it's not inexpensive but it doesn't cost as much as getting a binder shipped from underworks, plus if you're living with people who might go through your packages it's a good alternative. I got it at RiteAid for $30. With some modifications I'm quite pleased. It's more breathable than an ace bandage and compresses better.
Let me know if you want more details on how it's modified.
Hey Osiris how did you "Mod" it then?
Im a C or D cup dont really know I have the Tri Top and its sooo bloody painful it truely is.. it makes me look flatter than my other one from underworks which i dont know what its called.. but still no FLAT I am trying my hardest to find a REALLY good binder that doesn't hurt me and leaves me looking flat. And one I can also wear whilst I swim........
I think I'm an A and I just use an ace bandage or nothing if I'm wearing layers or a button up shirt over a t-shirt and undershirt.
I use a 6" bandage, keep one loop that fits around me always safety pinned as a base layer that I just pull over my head, and then wrap the rest over that layer, and push the lumps underneath off to the side and up. Then wear an undershirt and t-shirt usually. It works okay.
I haven't had much luck with binders. :(
I bought a tri-top M, and it's so tight I can't even get it on.
So I bought another one from underworks, a Large, and it's too big, the neck is way too far up my neck, the sleeve openings are too large I'm squishing out the sides, and it 's so long it would cover my entire butt if I pulled it down all the way. I've used my measurements so I'm not sure why I can't get the things to fit right. I want to get a good one before summer so I can swim. I found some nice trunks and a rash guard swim shirt (speedo) on Amazon.
Does anyone have any thoughts on sizes?
Jay
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It's called Ace Lumbar Support. You'll find it with other braces.
Once you get the package all you have to do is cut off all the crap that isn't needed. There are six rigid sticks for back support, you can cut those out. There are two adjustable straps with velcro, cut those off. I cut into the bottom of the back to help make it more comfortable since it sits up higher on your body than it was originally designed to.
The front of the brace is still the front, don't put it on backwards cause it won't fit right and will make you look like you're wearing a corset. Putting the binder on is pretty easy to do since it closes with velcro in the front. To get it super flat just lay on your back while putting it on.
Hey Osiris, that looks like a good idea. How much did that thing cost you?
It was around $30 at riteaid. Like I said it's not cheap but it'll cost less than getting a binder shipped.
Oh sorry I didn't realize that you posted on the first page about the price and whatnot.
Quote from: sneakersjay on April 19, 2008, 03:25:01 PM
I haven't had much luck with binders. :(
I bought a tri-top M, and it's so tight I can't even get it on.
So I bought another one from underworks, a Large, and it's too big, the neck is way too far up my neck, the sleeve openings are too large I'm squishing out the sides, and it 's so long it would cover my entire butt if I pulled it down all the way. I've used my measurements so I'm not sure why I can't get the things to fit right. I want to get a good one before summer so I can swim. I found some nice trunks and a rash guard swim shirt (speedo) on Amazon.
Does anyone have any thoughts on sizes?
Jay
that's pretty much how binders work if you're not straight up and down. they're meant for bio guys. No binder is gonna be 100% perfect, you have to pick and choose your battles. Sometimes i double up binders especially if i use my older one. That can help on the squishing out.
I just tried the $6 Walmart neoprene waist slimmer. It looks as if it might hold some promise for taming my D's, but it tore the first time I put it on. >:( I also tried the control top pantyhose method, but I found it didn't do much more than a sports bra does, so clearly it's not a good choice for the larger among us. Fortunately, I got the hose for free, so I didn't waste more than a little time on them. :) I ordered the muscle shirt from Underworks a while back, but while it was better than nothing, it didn't do a great job either (though it made my stomach look a bit trimmer. ;D) So it's going back, and I'm going to try the tri-top instead. And the search continues...
Hey, Osiris!
Thanks for that tip! I found a black one at Walgreens, no extra straps, but it's more comfortable than the stupid sports bra I was wearing and binds perfectly! I wore it to sleep in and it was comfortable and didn't hurt or anything. I wish I could find a white one that would hide under a tee shirt better (mine is black) but I'll keep looking.
Jay
I use a vest from T-kingdom with like a zipper up the front (dont think i have any pics unfortunately). It grows rather comfortable and I even forget I'm wearing it sometimes (once i get used to the different breathing that comes with having extra pressure on your rib cage). However, it IS really tight (naturally) and thus when I wear it from 6AM to 5:30 PM it tends to grow painful and the seams dig into my sides and leave red marks. I have bruises on chest sides from it. i guess with beauty comes pain *shrug*.
(I'm a B by the way).
Another binder update: The lumbar support from Walgreens is black, soft, and velcroes in the front (Ace Brand; it says Ace on the front by the velcro). I've worn it two days straight and it is awesome! It's comfortable, doesn't cut in (the edges are finished).
I wanted something white, so I went to CVS and they had a white lumbar support. I bought it. It's thinner, which may feel better in the summer, but the edges are rougher and it seems like it won't be as comfortable. I took it off in favor of the Walgreen's one. It may work just fine if you are a skinny guy body-wise.
Both were right around $30.
Happy binding!!!
LOL
Jay
I have found that if you use a leather dressy belt (one of those 3cm reversible ones with the brown on one side and the black on the other and you can twist the buckle depending on what color you want)on your waist under your pants with the double panel compression top from underworks, it stops it from rolling up to your armpits :D
Quote from: sneakersjay on April 19, 2008, 03:25:01 PM
I haven't had much luck with binders. :(
I bought a tri-top M, and it's so tight I can't even get it on.
So I bought another one from underworks, a Large, and it's too big, the neck is way too far up my neck, the sleeve openings are too large I'm squishing out the sides, and it 's so long it would cover my entire butt if I pulled it down all the way. I've used my measurements so I'm not sure why I can't get the things to fit right. I want to get a good one before summer so I can swim. I found some nice trunks and a rash guard swim shirt (speedo) on Amazon.
Does anyone have any thoughts on sizes?
Jay
I would say the medium is a good size for you, it just REALLY takes work getting on the first few times.
Try putting it on through the feet and pulling it up. I have the tri-top and that works for me. I squeeze in to a small. Now that I have worn it out a bit it's much easier. So yeah, try pulling it up. Another tip : if you plan on getting top surgery one day, push your breasts up and bind upward. That way, they will retain elasticity and not sag.
I used to use ace bandage, but I got tired of it falling down or the safety pins coming undone and stabbing me. I'm purdy small, so I just layer wifebeaters, undershirts, t-shirts and button up shirts or polos. It sucks a left nut in summer though, I sweat my a$$ off!
Quote from: Scratchy Wilson on April 30, 2008, 09:48:43 PM
I used to use ace bandage, but I got tired of it falling down or the safety pins coming undone and stabbing me.
When I was younger (and smaller) I solved that problem with ace bandages by sewing the first bit into a loop, then adding hook and eye fasteners where I wanted it to come together at the end. It actually worked reasonably well, at least for short term.
Finally mentioned this to my Mum.
Her response was: Do you want cancer in 10 years time because of the binding?
Doh.
If someone said this to me, my response would have been if that is the only way to get rid of them then yes. In fact I got my surgery because of "intense fear of cancer". Reality, I know of no study connecting the two but we are a really small group.
->-bleeped-<-boy
Quote from: Jamie-o on May 01, 2008, 05:03:46 AM
Quote from: Scratchy Wilson on April 30, 2008, 09:48:43 PM
I used to use ace bandage, but I got tired of it falling down or the safety pins coming undone and stabbing me.
When I was younger (and smaller) I solved that problem with ace bandages by sewing the first bit into a loop, then adding hook and eye fasteners where I wanted it to come together at the end. It actually worked reasonably well, at least for short term.
I do the same thing, only with safety pins instead of sewing and fastners. It definitely works better than the usual way of doing ace bandages.
I took my binder off yesterday and noticed some very gnarly bruises ><
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I got my surgery because of "intense fear of cancer".
So I go to my GP and say: Aaargh, cancer, cancer, help, remove? :D
Ah, sounds way too easy. :(
No Jorgen, you go to your doctor over and over and over and over until your doctor will write any referral to slow down your "phobia" of breast cancer or just you going to his office. Then you go to every doctor and insist it is the only thing that will stop your worries. You will need a family history of breast cancer or at least you need to say you do. You got to really work at it but yeah it is a valid reason for some doctors and you just need to find the one who says yes. Many will say you are nuts and that is part of the rational for doing it.
->-bleeped-<-boy
Quote from: sneakersjay on April 19, 2008, 03:25:01 PM
I haven't had much luck with binders. :(
I bought a tri-top M, and it's so tight I can't even get it on.
I just got a tri-top and had the same problem. I could get it just below my armpits (with a lot of pain and struggle) where it would get bunched up and refuse to go any further. So I went down and got a tight-fitting, slick-material shirt (like a rash guard, or a bicycle shirt) and tried that under the tri-top, and it slid right on with little problem. Yay! Of course, now that's one
more layer to wear in the summer months. *Sigh* But hey, it's worth it.
I think next time I'll try one of the T-Kingdom binders, with the velcro closures. They sound as if they'll be easier to get into. Has anyone here tried them?
->-bleeped-<-boy, what about them looking into your medical, pshychowhat'sit history and reading all about your "fetishes" to "change" sex though?
Well, it's obvious that it's harder to breath with a binder, but I'm getting a real problem here:
It's not a professinal binder, I made it myself out of a control-top panty. It's not really tight and doesn't make my cheast as flat as I would like it, even though my boobs are small B-cups at best.
But my point is, while I have no problems with them while standing, I will even get side stich just by stitting longer than 15 minutes or something...
I can't believe that it's really too tight, partly because I really hardly feel it when I don't sit and I know that many of you guys bind much tighter than me and have much bigger breasts... :-\
It may have something to do with the way you sit. Try to sit up straight as much as possible, because slouching will put more pressure on the chest making it harder to breathe.
Does anyone else pull their tri-top on from the feet? Will that stretch out my binder too much over time?
i have Ds and i tried the modified back brace today. it was AWESOME! i couldnt really tell how much it flattened untill i hugged a friend and i waswaiting for boobage impact, but it didnt hit! they werent there. O_O
Quote from: JonasCarminis on May 21, 2008, 10:12:16 PM
i have Ds and i tried the modified back brace today. it was AWESOME! i couldnt really tell how much it flattened untill i hugged a friend and i waswaiting for boobage impact, but it didnt hit! they werent there. O_O
*flexes*
I'm glad my MacGyver skills are helping others out. ;D
yarg... my binder is lsing its elasticity. >_< good thing is, i talked to me mom, and shes going to buy for me, the tri-top binder. i'll let you guys know how it works on my annoying too big Ds.
Geeze... and I thought C's were annoying enough -_-
It's weird... I've been binding daily for almost a year now and I no-longer think of myself as having boobs. Even when they're out and about, I still don't ??? lol
Quote from: kestin on June 11, 2008, 06:10:06 AM
Geeze... and I thought C's were annoying enough -_-
It's weird... I've been binding daily for almost a year now and I no-longer think of myself as having boobs. Even when they're out and about, I still don't ??? lol
haha i know that feeling! except sometimes when i'm not wearing any binder (which isn't very often anymore) i feel them jiggle and just be like, 'eeeeww'. it's pretty gross when you realize that they're there
I just bought a binder with velcro from T-Kingdom (M1700 I think), has anyone had experience with a binder like this? :)
Quote from: Glitterati-x on June 16, 2008, 01:11:28 AM
I just bought a binder with velcro from T-Kingdom (M1700 I think), has anyone had experience with a binder like this? :)
Yup :3 That's the first one I bought back in Jan/February. Though after six months of almost constant use, I kinda wore it out lol. Worked quite well, I was rather happy with it. I got the 801 a couple of weeks ago and I find it just as good :)
I've been using duct-tape over a t-shirt for about a year now. I know that It's a pretty bad idea but It works very well for me. I'll be ordering my first binders this week from Underworks. (Double Front Compression Shirt and Tri-top Chest Binder) I couldn't be more excited. I'm hoping that they'll work out fairly well since my breasts aren't really that big.
Once I got the size right I'm happy with my binders from underworks. My tritop is too small. I keep trying, but one of these days my kids are going to have to cut it off with scissors, LOL. And I hate the way it rolls up (I have a gut).
Jay
lol mine rolls up too. its a wee bit annoying, but it binds well so i deal.
I'm kind of new to this, as you all have seen...
I'm a B now, and I've been relying on a sports bra until just recently where I bought an Athletic Works shirt from Wal-Mart, paid $10 for it. I made sure it was a size smaller then the shirts I normally wear. It's a snug fit, but a comfortable snug fit. When I wear it with the sports bra, my chest is completely flat...
As I said though, I'm new to all of this and I'm still trying to figure out what's good for me.
Quote from: JCov212 on June 23, 2008, 11:56:04 PM
I'm kind of new to this, as you all have seen...
I'm a B now, and I've been relying on a sports bra until just recently where I bought an Athletic Works shirt from Wal-Mart, paid $10 for it. I made sure it was a size smaller then the shirts I normally wear. It's a snug fit, but a comfortable snug fit. When I wear it with the sports bra, my chest is completely flat...
As I said though, I'm new to all of this and I'm still trying to figure out what's good for me.
Hey, if that works for you, thank your lucky stars and go with it. Sure beats paying $40 - $80 and waiting weeks for an Underworks or a T-Kingdom. :)
Sorry the first thing that came into my head after I read the title was bloody hate them grrrrr...v
Random.. Yup that would be me! ;D
Posted on: 27 June 2008, 22:48:29
Im going to try the back brace method.. going to hopefully buy two off ebay and see how they work out...
Just a question for you all, I read that someone (can't remember who) still felt abdominal cramps around the time when they would have their period, but because of the HRT they don't have one anymore.
First I was just wondering if any of you who bind, still feel soreness/tenderness in your breasts if you're on HRT and is it bad enough to affect your binding? Even those of you who aren't taking hormones, the same question applies to you. I hope it's not too personal.
The reason I'm asking is because, while I'm not FtM and am not considering transitioning, I've been thinking of trying out binding, and most every month I have some pretty painful soreness before my period that diminishes sometime during it, and I'm wondering if it would feel worse if I were ever to bind.
Osiris,
i bought the lumbar back brace and made to modifications, but im still having problems. im a 36c and i keep coming out. it pushes up and makes clevage or if i pull up to hide the top it comes out of the bottom too much any suggestions
When you're putting it on lay down on your back. This makes your moobs go out to the sides. I find when I do this the binder is more comfortable and I can make it tighter = flatter chest. It does take acouple of tries to get it perfectly in place. Make sure that it's not crooked. You don't want it down too low or up too high. Keep adjusting. Also while the binder is on try adjusting your moobs so that they're pulled out to the side instead of down.
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