10 Best Nursing Bras for Breastfeeding Moms, According to Lactation Consultants and Moms

With this savvy design from Bravado, adjustable, clip-on straps make it easy to switch between different support levels—whether that’s criss-cross or halter straps—without affecting easy access to your breasts. Unlike other wireless nursing bras that roll under the breasts or lack support, this comfortable pick is a client-favorite for NYC lactation consultant Rebecca Koyf.  “The cups are made from foam and are soft and stretchy,” she adds. While you can choose your band size (32 to 42) and cup size (B-G), an included extender lets you customize the fit as your body changes.

If you’re trying to streamline your baby purchases, this versatile all-in-one bra is the best option—it allows you to use the same bra from pregnancy to breast-feeding to pumping. Not only are the panels on the front of each cup designed to open for easy skin-to-skin access, but the built-in pumping panel is compatible with most major breast pump brands. A happy working mom raved, “This two in one bra is a revolution for a breastfeeding and nursing mom. The ease of wearing one bra with two options makes pumping easier when away from my baby. Having this bra will make time away from my patients short as it will be easier to pump at work.”

Unlike other nursing bras on the market, Blue Canoe’s plus cup option is designed to have a larger cup-to-band ratio for anyone who requires a bigger cup size. Koyf recommends this bra for anyone with larger breasts, pointing out the wide straps and racerback style give ample support, while the super soft organic cotton and spandex fabric maximize comfort. By skipping traditional cup sizing (sizes range from small to extra large, instead), this bra’s flattering cross-over design not only gives easy access for nursing, but is great for fluctuating breasts. 

Just because you’re breastfeeding, doesn’t mean you have to settle for full-coverage if that’s not your preference. Instead, go with this V-neck nursing bra that boasts over 2,500 reviews on Amazon. Despite the extra padding used for additional support, the fabric is still super breathable with zero compression. One reviewer with multiple children said she felt like she was dreaming when she found these nursing bras because they’re “everything I’ve wanted in a nursing bra but could never find in my last two babies.” The best part? You’ll get a three pack of these super soft bras for under $30. 

Another Amazon best-seller with over 3,000 customer reviews, this sleeping bra offers gentle support while you sleep, but won’t interrupt mid-night nursing sessions—the racerback, V-neck style makes it easy to pull the fabric to the side when your baby needs feeding. Reviewers raved about the super soft French terry fabric, which is flexible enough to suit fluctuating breasts. Not only can you choose from over eleven different colors and patterns, you can choose from sizes S-XXL, with a “busty” option for larger cup-to-band ratios.

The number one best-selling nursing tank top on Amazon, this three-pack is ideal for new parents heading home from the hospital. The racerback design gives an extra boost of support while a loose waistline is ideal for postpartum weight changes. By combining your shirt and bra into one step, you can save critical time (essential with a new baby), and drop-down cups make breast access even easier. Not to mention, the low-compression fit will keep you super comfortable. After trying other pricier brands, one reviewer declared these were “the best brand I’ve tried” and purchased a second pack so she’d never had to go without a clean nursing tank.

If you plan to spend more time pumping than nursing, this hands-free pumping bra should definitely be your top pick. Designed to work seamlessly with electric pumps (and give access to both breasts at once), this machine-washable (!!!) bra is specifically designed to work with new mom’s changing bodies. The back panel is made with adjustable velcro that can give you an additional 10 inches around the ribcage, while customizable straps let you transition between strapless, halter, and racerback styles. It’s no wonder that one reviewer wrote it’s a “must for breastfeeding mamas.”

Between the lacey details and standard underwire design, it’s no surprise that moms eager to return to a bit of normalcy postpartum turn to this Wacoal nursing bra. The quick-release clasps on the front of the straps give you the ease of a more traditional nursing bra, without the dreaded drooping. One happy mom wrote it was “worth the money” while another declared, “I will never use another nursing bra.” 

Giving your baby feeding access just got way easier, thanks to Third Love’s nursing bra. The front-closure clasp is not only great for quickly dressing, but gives you an additional option for freeing the breast beyond traditional drop-down cups. But the best part of Third Love is the ultra-customized fit—with this bra, you can still take advantage of the brand’s signature half cup sizes (available B-F), along with a tagless (read: itch-free) label and lightweight memory foam cups.

If you’re ready to start working out, your bra is the last thing that should keep you from getting back into the gym. And while the availability of nursing sports bras is pretty limited, luckily, this bounce-control, maximum-support bra actually doubles as a nursing bra. The front-adjusting straps not only let you personalize the fit, but also give easy-access to your nips. One happy mom that stumbled across the bra wrote, “Since there are no decent nursing "sports" bras in existence, this is by far the best option. Yes, you can go for a run and easily feed your baby right before or right after. Hallelujah!!”