7 of the best breastfeeding pillows 2024
Breastfeeding pillows or supports can make breastfeeding easier and more comfortable by correctly positioning your baby. Many also double up as a pregnancy sleep aid or can be used for tummy time or as a baby nest.
This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:
Consumer reviews
Best-seller lists
Recommendations from industry experts
Award-winning products
Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.
The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 12 January 2024.
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1. Hippychick nursing pillow
Ergonomically shaped to place the baby at the best height for breastfeeding.
100% cotton cover which can be machine washed at 30˚C.
The filling is poly-fibre, which adapts to the shape of the parent.
There are ties to attach it behind your back. They could also be used for carrying it or handing it on the buggy.
Could also be used as a pregnancy support, baby nest and tummy time.
Made in the UK.
2. Chicco Boppy Pillow
This can be used during pregnancy, as a feeding pillow and also as a nest when your baby gets older.
The filling adapts to the shape of the mum and doesn’t lose shape over time.
Can be machine washed at 30˚C and tumble dried.
Available in a variety of prints.
3. Dreamgenii Pregnancy Support and Feeding Pillow
A very popular award-winning pregnancy sleep pillow that can be also used for breastfeeding.
100% jersey cotton cover and polyester filling.
Machine washable cover.
Available in white, beige and grey.
4. Niimo nursing Pillow
100% cotton cover that is removable and machine washable.
Polyester filling.
Available in a variety of patterns.
5. Babymam feeding pillow
Great value for money nursing support.
The removable, machine-washable cover is 100% cotton with a hidden zip.
Available in a wide variety of prints.
6. Dockatot nursing pillow
Made by the popular Swedish baby nest company.
Designed to be so stylish it can be used as a sofa cushion once it’s no longer needed.
Ergonomically shaped.
The exterior is a soft polyester velvet.
Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class 1 materials.
Available in a variety of prints.
Wipe clean only.
7. bbhugme Nursing Pillow
From the Norwegian makers of the very popular pregnancy support.
Lightweight.
Filled with food-grade, odourless beads.
The firmness can be adjusted by two silicone pebbles, which can be gripped by the baby or used as a teether.
Outer fabric is Standard 100 by Oeko-tex class 1.
The cover is machine washable at 60˚C.
The pebbles are dishwasher and steriliser safe.
Comes with a water-resistant travel bag.
Can also be used to carry your baby on your hip.
Available in a variety of colours and prints.
Spare covers are available to buy.
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