8 of the best nursing bras 2024
WHAT IS A NURSING BRA?
Nursing bras have clips that enable you to drop down the cups, making breastfeeding easier. They also often have a very flexible fit to allow for fluctuations in breast size.
Do you need a nursing bra?
If you usually wear a bra and plan to breast feed, a nursing bra will make it easier to do. But a regular bra could be worn and pushed to one side if you find that comfortable.
When should you buy a nursing bra?
They are usually bought in the last trimester, when you can be more sure of what size you’ll need.
What size nursing bra should you get?
It’s often recommended that you go one cup and one chest size up from your regular size.
How many do you need?
Two or three bras should be enough.
THE BEST NURSING BRAS UK
This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:
Consumer reviews
Best-seller lists
Recommendations from industry experts
Award-winning products
Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.
The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 7 January 2024.
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1. Emma-Jane seamfree nursing bra
A great maternity and nursing bra.
Seam-free, wireless and non-padded.
Made from 90% polyamide, 10% elastane to make it stretchy enough to allow for any fluctuations in breast size.
Sizes range from 32B-F to 38B-F.
Machine washable at 30˚C.
Comes in white and black.
2. H&M Mama padded nursing bras
A two-pack of padded nursing bras.
Made from soft, stretchy polyamide (85%) and elastane (15%).
Comes in a variety of colours.
Hand wash at 30˚C.
3. M&S lace trim nursing bras
A two-pack of soft, padded non-wired nursing bras.
There are four hook and eyes to adapt to your changing shape.
Made from 54% polyamide, 26% responsibly sourced cotton, 14% polyester and 6% elastane.
Machine washable at 40˚C. Do not tumble dry.
Pretty lace trim.
4. Hofish Nursing Bras
Pack of three nursing bras with removable padding.
Made from 92% nylon and 8% Spandex to make them very stretchy.
One-handed clasp to open a cup for breastfeeding.
Sizes range from S - XXXL which covers bra sizes from 32A to 42D.
Four hook and eye fastenings plus they come with an extender hook.
Comes in black, beige and pink.
5. Hotmilk Warrior Plunge Lace Flexi Wired Nursing Bra
A pretty lace nursing bra with drop-down cups and rose gold magnetic clips.
Padded and flexi-wired.
Six rows of hook and eyes fastening to allow for growth.
90% nylon and 10% elastane. 100% cotton lined cups.
The sizing ranges from 32C to 38G.
Also available in ivory.
6. Bravado body silk seamless nursing bra
A soft, wireless and seamless bra.
Easily unclips for breastfeeding and can also be worn while pregnant.
Very stretchy so adapts to your breast size.
Provides extra lift and support for larger busts.
Many reviews mention just how comfortable this nursing bra is.
Available in a variety of colours.
7. Seraphine bamboo nursing bra
These maternity and nursing bras are made from bamboo, which is very breathable and moisture-wicking. It is also a sustainable fabric.
78% Viscose (Bamboo) 17% Nylon 5% Elastane.
Seamless and with no under-wiring.
The flexible fit will grow with you.
Machine washable at 30˚C. Do not tumble dry.
The sizing goes up to 40F.
Comes in a variety of colours.
8. Jojo Maman Bébé maternity and nursing sleep bra
A two-pack of bestselling maternity and nursing sleep bras.
These are super comfortable pull-on bras with cups which are pulled to one side for nighttime breastfeeding.
Made from 95% cotton and 5% elastane.
Machine washable at 30˚C. Tumble dry low.
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