The 9 best nursing pillows for comfort and support

We love how this versatile nursing pillow is soft but firm. Providing comfort, support, and practicality for both mum and baby, our mum testers praised this pillow for its durability, comfort, and multifunctional design. The wipeable cover and lightweight construction make it convenient for everyday use, while the adjustable insert and waist strap offers added comfort and support for the baby during breast or bottle feeding. This insert feature is scientifically proven to reduce the pressure on the back of your baby's head by 50 per cent. While some tested suggested a plainer design and additional storage solutions, its overall functionality and value makes it the best overall nursing pillow on the market.

Our mum tester Jessica said: "I have really enjoyed feeding my week-old baby using this pillow, it has been thought through to fit properly around the waist to keep baby close and plump to keep them at the perfect height, it has really helped our breastfeeding position. I have been taking it when visiting my family and they even use it when giving my little one cuddles as it is so comfortable. The cover is easily wipeable which has been really helpful and it dries very quickly. The seat insert has enabled a safe and comfy place for baby which she loves."

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The bbhugme Nursing Pillow offers unparalleled comfort and support for both mum and baby during feeding sessions. Its high-quality construction, soft fabric and adjustable features ensure a personalised fit for you and baby, making it suitable for various body shapes and feeding positions. The ergonomic design, filled with polystyrene balls easily adapts to the baby's size and shape, enhancing comfort and promoting a good latch. Our testers loved the versatile usage options, as it can be used as a sleep aid during pregnancy as well as a nursing pillow. Despite the lack of a spare cover and the high price point, its transformative impact on feeding times makes it a worthwhile investment for parents.

Our mum tester and Mother&Baby's Features & Reviews Editor, Emily Gilbert said, "I bought this as a support pillow when sitting and as a comfortable body pillow for hugging. I loved the fact that the tiny beads are biodegradable (though you need to avoid getting them wet). Although the pillow is extremely expensive, I've bought different ones in the past, and they have all become lumpy or deformed over time. This one is supportive, squishable, really comfortable, and I ended up buying a second one as the first was annexed by my son for his bedroom."

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The Kinder Valley twin nursing pillow for twins is the perfect product to make breastfeeding twins easier. It's suitable from birth and gives you the support you need to breastfeed or bottle-feed your twins at the same time, and parents of twins found it was a life saver when it came to tandem feeds. Our favourite feature is that the cover is removable and washable. It can also be used as a sitting aid for when your baby grows.

Twin mamas loved the practical design of this pillow, making their experience of tandem feeding much more manageable, especially when they were alone. Mums were fans of the pillow's firmness and size when it came to supporting both babies comfortably during feeding sessions. The only downside is that parents wished the pillow was slightly softer for added comfort.

The UK's best-selling, multi-use feeding, nursing, pregnancy and baby pillow, the Widgey feeding pillow provides maximum support to mum and baby for both bottle and breastfeeding. Although it can be used during pregnancy, mums found it was better suited for baby support as many testers found the pillow was quite firm and not that big in size. We also particularly love that this pillow has a removable case so that you can wash it if your baby has an accident.

From nursing to pregnancy and tummy time, mums loved how versatile this pillow was. Parents found it super soft and comfortable, and it helped them find the proper positioning while breastfeeding. However, some mums found the pillow a little too firm for them personally.

The unique design of the Dreamgenii Pregnancy Support and Feeding Pillow caters to various needs, encouraging left-side sleeping and providing targeted support for the bump, back, and legs. Despite its firmness, it effectively helps alleviate aches and pains during pregnancy and beyond, promoting better sleep quality. The washable cover is super convenient for any accidents, while its longevity, transitioning from pregnancy to nursing, makes it great value for money. While personal preference may vary regarding firmness, its mid-range price and space-saving design make it a great option for new and expectant mothers who are struggling with back pain.

Our mum tester and Mother&Baby writer Hannah Mellin reviewed this pillow and said: "From the first night, I noticed a difference in my comfort levels. Previously I'd been using a standard 'V' shaped pillow, which was OK for a while, but by 21 weeks, I was starting to need more support. I found that this does help you to stay asleep on your left side because it sort of hugs you.

"The back support is great and feels lovely in the small of your back; this is probably what keeps you on your left most of all. The 'sausage' like bit that goes between your legs is firm enough that it doesn't really squash down too much when you've got your legs around it, but it's thin enough so that you can move your legs if you need to so you don't get cramp. The part where your bump is meant to rest isn't really relevant to me at the moment as the bump isn't huge, but I think it will come in handy, and until then, I can just hug that part of the pillow!"

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Forget the dreaded backache during the night feed, we found this handy pillow saved us a lot of strain. Plus, when your baby gets that little bit older, it can be used as a nest to help them sit up. Overtime pillows can lose their shape and support, however the inner part of this pillow features a "Miracle Middle Insert" that guarantees it will not deform over time and ensures a snug and secure fit which adapts to the silhouette of every mum and baby, regardless of shape or size. There's also a range of cotton slipcover choices that you can choose from for the Chicco Boppy Pillow to give you a spare cover for accidents.

Mums were fans of the ergonomic design, which provided them with comfortable support for both them and their babies during breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, and tummy time. They also loved how easy the cover was to clean and found it lightweight and portable making it convenient for travel and use around the house. Some mums however found that the pillow lost its shape over time and the cover's zipper became stiff overtime.

This versatile pillow offers seven functions in one as it transitions seamlessly from pregnancy to feeding and beyond, serving as a pregnancy pillow, nursing nest, day bed, privacy cover, tummy time pillow, baby lounger, and upright feeding pillow. Its "Nursing Nest" facilitates lateral feeding positions, promoting a deeper latch and enhancing milk production hormones' secretion making it a great choice for mums struggling to find a good latch position. Parent testers also found this pillow very comfortable to use when breastfeeding and they also loved the stylish design.

Mums loved the multi-functional design of this pillow as well as how comfortable and supportive it is both during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Many mums also found it helped alleviate back and neck pain. The soft, plush material also helped mums relax while improving sleep quality too. Some mums however were not keen on the pillow's firmness, suggesting it may not suit everyone's preferences.

For a super stylish option, we love the DockATot La Maman Wedge Nursing Pillow as it blends seamlessly into any home decor while providing ergonomic comfort. Crafted from easy-clean velvet with a concealed zip, it serves as a nursing or pregnancy pillow to make breastfeeding more comfortable thanks to the added back support. Our mum testers found the wedge shape ensured optimal support and freedom of movement. While luxurious, parents found that the inclusion of a small wooden ball between the tassel and cushion could be reconsidered for comfort.

Mother&Baby editor Maria Martin reviewed this pillow and said: "This is a multi-purpose nursing pillow, we use it for comfort during breastfeeding, to prop up as back support for myself, for my little one to lay on, as a headrest when watching the telly. Did I mention how uber-chic it looks on my sofa?"

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This adjustable support pillow is designed for mamas looking for relief for back, neck, and shoulder discomfort during pregnancy and facilitates comfortable breastfeeding positions too. Mum testers loved how this pillow helped reduce strain while nursing especially in those early weeks when your body is still recovering from childbirth. Adjustable Velcro-secured straps ensure a secure fit and versatility for various body shapes and sizes. However, some parents found note issues with the durability of the fabric wasn’t as durable as others and some needed to use the addition of a blanket on this.

Parent testers loved how versatile and adjustable this pillow was, offering support during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and baby propping. However, not all mums were keen on the pillow's thickness when it came to longer nursing sessions. Some mums were also not impressed with the durability of the straps.