Nursing pillow

My Breast Friend has been really helpful for me and I use it constantly. It is something I wish I had from the beginning. If you have facebook - there are always people selling them barely used for much cheaper on the marketplace. So much baby stuff is on there that is essentially new so I would recommend checking on there if that’s an option and don’t want to spend a lot in case something doesn’t work for you.

My elbow hurt so bad when I first started breastfeeding without a pillow. you NEED something, in my opinion. I didn't buy a nursing pillow, though. I just used my pregnancy pillow. If you're gonna travel around the house and feed, I'd buy one. I typically nurse in my bed.

Would you recommend one that ties around your back?

I’d honestly wait and see how you get on. I got an expensive one and didn’t end up using it - what works depends on what position you end up finding most comfortable, the size of your boobs, etc. What’s a must-have for someone ends up being a waste of money for someone else. In a pinch you can use a pillow and get next-day delivery of a more substantial one if you find you need it!

My little one is 6 months and I still use it all the time! We just got a mamas and papas one. I use it for feeding her but we also use it to prop her up when she’s playing too. I actually want a second one for when we have a second baby so I’ve got one upstairs and one downstairs.