My Brest Friend Deluxe Nursing Pillow for Breastfeeding & Bottle Feeding, Enhanced Posture Support, Double Straps & Removable Extra Soft Slipcover, Evening Grey

This pillow is magical! WAY better than a boppy! It offers back support! Total game changer!

For baby with latching difficulties and new mom, it is a such a relief.

I am currently breastfeeding my second child. I breastfed my first for a little over a year. I have researched a lot of nursing pillows since that was what I was going to be spending a lot of my time doing. For my first child I decided to go with the Gia Nursing Pillow because I read that the boppy pillows didn’t provide enough support and that babies sink in the pillow easily, causing you to hunch over, etc. I liked that it was designed by lactation consultants and there was a raised side, and of course because of the low price! Once I used it for a while, I didn’t like having to switch it every single time I switched sides, and I found that my baby sunk in the pillow just as much as she would on a boppy pillow. I also didn’t use a cover for it since it was machine washable, and my wedding ring was constantly snagging the stitching all over the pillow. So now, it is being used to prop my baby up, although it’s trickier than a boppy pillow since both sides aren’t the same. With my second child I wanted to invest more into breastfeeding supplies, since that is something very important to me, so why not make it easier on the mom? :) I researched pillows again when I was pregnant to see what other options were out there. I was interested in the Kushies pillow, since it was foam, the baby wouldn’t sink, and I wouldn’t have to switch sides every time. I was weary that it wasn’t machine washable, wasn’t waterproof, and honestly there wasn’t a cover that I loved. If it’s going to be sitting on my couch, and I’m going to be looking at it all the time, I wanted to love it! My husband suggested I get the Brest Friend pillow because of the back support. That was pretty much the deciding factor. I was weary again because the pillow itself wasn’t machine washable, and all the reviewers were saying it was a pain to wrap around you and buckle while your baby was waiting to eat. After using it for almost a month now, I am so glad I bought it! I took the advice of some reviewers and immediately used the plastic packaging as a “waterproof” layer under my soft cover before I even used it. This way I wouldn’t have to worry about a gross foam pillow underneath, since I plan to use this for a while! Placing the plastic packaging underneath does make it a little crinkly, but it’s very minimal compared to knowing your pillow will be protected and clean for your baby. I only really notice the “crinkle” as I’m buckling it around my stomach. My baby sits high (I do the cradle hold), doesn’t move, the material of the cover is really nice and soft, and the raised head supports are a nice touch! Now the only thing that would make this better would be if I had a nursing stool -- but crossing my legs does the trick. Buckling it while your baby is hungry is not that big of a deal--it only takes 5 seconds, and you’re ready to go. I’m thankful for the back support it provides! I haven’t used the pocket yet. I kind of wish it wasn’t there because I don’t use it, but I’m sure it’s helpful for those who use nipple cream, or want to keep something small in there. Looks wise, I don’t really care for it. But again, not that big of a deal when you look at the positives! I had a lot of trouble breastfeeding my first and sought help from a lactation consultant. She was highly against all nursing pillows, claiming none give you the best position your baby needs for the perfect latch. I can totally see where she is coming from. She used waterproof pillows that you use in the hospital after delivery, and would fold them in half, push and shove them until they gave me the best support. I did like using those, and they probably do give you better support and positioning than any “nursing pillow” out there, but I like that every time I buckle the Brest Friend pillow around my waist, I am going to have the same results without any “pushing or shoving”. Quick and easy--very important for me while I’m taking the pillow off and on, off and on, all day long! I hope this is helpful for all you moms out there! Breastfeeding is hard work, and even harder if you don’t have the right tools and support. Let me know if you have any questions…I would love to help!

I bought this for my sister in law who is due in a couple weeks. While this is her third child, shes new to nursing and I wanted to make sure she had something supportive and adjustable. I used one of these when my younger two were babies. As a seasoned mother who nursed 2 kids until they were 2 1/2 years old I can tell you... Boppoies are not supportive enough. I used a boppy and regular pillows for my first child and could never get settled comfortably. The fact that it attaches to you makes it even more supportive, not to mention its firmness. Babies are supposed to have firm support. Its not a hard pillow, its a firm foam. This thing is not at all a hassle. You dont do much the first month after baby. Youre both learning and resting and recovering from birth. Pop this sucker on backwards, pick up baby and easily adjust the pillow to the front with one hand. It only takes one hand the unbuckle the pillow. This pillow was a life saver. Get it.

Out of all the things people tell first time moms to buy, this was the absolute best! It was recommended by my lactation consultant and now I gift it to all my mom friends at baby showers. It does everything it says it should and is 100x better than the boppy-type pillow. With this one, your baby won’t slowly fall into the crack, you’re allowed more movement without disrupting baby’s feeding, and you’re SO much more comfortable. Remember to sit up straight for your back ladies!

I love this pillow and I have used it since day one of coming home from the hospital with my baby. I breast and bottle feed but not only is it amazing for feedings, it works perfect for co-sleeping (made me comfortable and made it a little safer for baby since it is truly almost impossible to not cosleep/conap), breaks, and holding baby while feeding. It has been one of the most utilized things that we received. It is also soft, lightweight, comfy, sturdy, and the material is durable. I love this pillow and has definitely made things a little easier, especially sleeping (and as moms we know that a little extra help goes a long way when it comes to sleep).

My daughter loves it!

Before I got this pillow, I suffered increasingly worsening pain of my back, shoulder and neck area. After I bought it, and I waited because it is $50, I started to experience relieve of my symptoms. This pillow has a sturdy foam which is supporting your baby when feeding and I also put an additional support (blanket or pillow) under the My brest pillow on the side that my baby feeds for easy reach. The lower back is supported with a belt which holds the pillow in place. I would suggest to make it a bit bulkier for even better back support.

I had initially been gifted another popular brand breastfeeding pillow, which was so unsupportive. This pillow has greatly improved the comfort of breastfeeding. In the early newborn days, my baby would even nap on it between feeds. Highly recommend to any breastfeeding parent.

I’m not a first time mom, but I can tell you, I wish I had this the first time! It makes nursing so easy and pleasant for me AND baby! I’ve used a boppy before and the Brest Friend is so much more ergonomic. I do use the pocket (so I always have nipple cream and baby finger nail cutters at the ready). It’s such an essential part of my everyday that I find it hard to give it up for a few hours to wash and hang dry. HIGHLY recommend! You’ll be logging lots of hours breastfeeding, might as well invest in the best.