Nursing Pillows

One of the most revered baby products of the last decade must surely be the nursing pillow. Nursing pillows are simple contraptions, really, but they are wonderful for keeping mom and baby comfortable during the nursing process, and at other times, too.

Nursing pillows fit around the mom’s waist to help support baby while he’s nursing. They free up mom’s hands and provide support to baby’s head at the same time. Many moms report that they’ve had less trouble getting baby to latch on to the breast properly when using a nursing pillow.

There are several different brands of nursing pillows on the market, each with their own unique features. The Boppy nursing pillow didn’t start out to be a nursing pillow at all, but rather a pillow for propping baby up. However, because of its shape, it is often used for nursing, and works quite well. The one downside to this nursing pillow, however, is that it doesn’t fit every mom’s waist.

The My Brest Friend nursing pillow is one of the top rated. It fits more women’s waist and stays in place better than many other pillows. This pillow works very well for women who have trouble getting baby to latch on properly.

The Boston Billow nursing pillow is unique in that the pillow is filled with tiny beads rather than foam. These beads help ensure that once you’ve positioned baby for the proper latch, his head stays put. The Boston Billow is also larger, so it fits a wider variety of women.

When choosing a nursing pillow, it’s important to look for the following features:

• A proper fit – be sure the pillow fits around your waist and stays secure.

• A removable, washable cover – your pillow is going to get dirty over time. A removable cover that you can simply throw in the washing machine will mean a longer life for your pillow.

• Back support – the pillow should be comfortable for you and provide support to your back while nursing.

• Storage – Many nursing pillows have storage pockets, which can come in quite handy to hold things you need at the ready while nursing.

A nursing pillow can make nursing more comfortable and more successful for mom and baby. Shop around and try nursing pillows on to find the one that fits best and provides the most support for you. You’ll be amazed at how much more comfortable your nursing sessions can be with the support of a good nursing pillow.